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April 8, 2024
16 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Carole Julius, David Sheedy, Peter Spagone Jr.
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
APPOINTMENTS
Approve and close the Special and Annual Town Warrant for May 13, 2024
To approve and close the Special and Annual Town Warrant for May 13, 2024.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve and close the Special and Annual Town Warrant for May 13, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
ACTION ITEMS
Approve agreement with Bobby D Realty Trust in regards to an agreement and easement related to the sewer line construction
To approve agreement with Bobby D Realty Trust in regards to an agreement and easement related to the sewer line construction.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve agreement with Bobby D Realty Trust in regards to an agreement and easement related to the sewer line construction. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve the minutes of the March 25, 2024, Select Board's Meeting
To approve the minutes of the March 25, 2024, Select Board's Meeting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 25, 2024, Select Board's Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve but not release the minutes of the March 25, 2024, Select Board Executive Session Meeting
To approve but not release the minutes of the March 25, 2024, Select Board Executive Session Meeting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve but not release the minutes of the March 25, 2024, Select Board Executive Session Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve 35 hours per week for the Coordinator of Volunteers at the East Bridgewater Council on Aging
To approve 35 hours per week for the Coordinator of Volunteers at the East Bridgewater Council on Aging.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve 35 hours per week for the Coordinator of Volunteers at the East Bridgewater Council on Aging. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve for Non-Union 2% wage increase for FY2025, not on contracts
To approve for Non-Union 2% wage increase for FY2025, not on contracts.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve for Non-Union 2% wage increase for FY2025, not on contracts. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve wage scale for Fire Chief, Administrative Assistant
To approve wage scale for Fire Chief, Administrative Assistant.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve wage scale for Fire Chief, Administrative Assistant. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve Surplus Policy
To approve Surplus Policy.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve Surplus Policy. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve Surplus request from Library Director, Jessica Henderson to surplus furniture from the Historical Room at the Library
To approve Surplus request from Library Director, Jessica Henderson to surplus furniture from the Historical Room at the Library.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve Surplus request from Library Director, Jessica Henderson to surplus furniture from the Historical Room at the Library. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve Surplus request from EBCAM Director, Russ Hannigan to surplus equipment pending surplus property report
To approve Surplus request from EBCAM Director, Russ Hannigan to surplus equipment pending surplus property report.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve Surplus request from EBCAM Director, Russ Hannigan to surplus equipment pending surplus property report. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve the request from South Shore Cocktails, LLC for a One Day Liquor License for The Center at Sachem Rock on April 11, 2024, from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
To approve the request from South Shore Cocktails, LLC for a One Day Liquor License for The Center at Sachem Rock on April 11, 2024, from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request from South Shore Cocktails, LLC for a One Day Liquor License for The Center at Sachem Rock on April 11, 2024, from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve the request from Deana LePine of East Bridgewater Community Gardens for the use of Sachem Rock Farm on May 4, 2024 rain date May 5, 2024 from 10 am - 2 pm for "Community Garden Opening /...
To approve the request from Deana LePine of East Bridgewater Community Gardens for the use of Sachem Rock Farm on May 4, 2024 rain date May 5, 2024 from 10 am - 2 pm for "Community Garden Opening / Work Day". Plot holders will clean up beds and prepare plots for spring planting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request from Deana LePine of East Bridgewater Community Gardens for the use of Sachem Rock Farm on May 4, 2024 rain date May 5, 2024 from 10 am - 2 pm for "Community Garden Opening / Work Day". Plot holders will clean up beds and prepare plots for spring planting. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Deny the request from resident Christne Beall for the use of Town Hall Parking Lot, Town Common and Sachem Rock Farm for a dog scent training during off hours when buildings are closed
To deny the request from resident Christne Beall for the use of Town Hall Parking Lot, Town Common and Sachem Rock Farm for a dog scent training during off hours when buildings are closed. Training consists of hiding odor contained hides on benches, tables, rock crevices, etc. The leashed dog will take approximately 5-10 minutes to search. There is no specific dates, just when schedule allows.
The minutes say "All were in favor" but give the count as 0-3, so we show the result only and do not show how members voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to deny the request from resident Christne Beall for the use of Town Hall Parking Lot, Town Common and Sachem Rock Farm for a dog scent training during off hours when buildings are closed. Training consists of hiding odor contained hides on benches, tables, rock crevices, etc. The leashed dog will take approximately 5-10 minutes to search. There is no specific dates, just when schedule allows. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 0-3.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve the request from Tami Herchel of Ragner Events, LLC for a running relay, "Ragner Road New England" on May 18, 2024 from 2 am - 10 am
To approve the request from Tami Herchel of Ragner Events, LLC for a running relay, "Ragner Road New England" on May 18, 2024 from 2 am - 10 am.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request from Tami Herchel of Ragner Events, LLC for a running relay, "Ragner Road New England" on May 18, 2024 from 2 am - 10 am. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
Approve to add the following ballot question to the May 18, 2024, Annual Town Election Warrant
To approve to add the following ballot question to the May 18, 2024, Annual Town Election Warrant.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve to add the following ballot question to the May 18, 2024, Annual Town Election Warrant. Seconded by Mr. Sheedy. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Sheedy)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Close open meeting and not return to open session Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct...
To close open meeting and not return to open session Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 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, Building Commissioner / Zoning Enforcement Officer, Director of Assessing, IT Director, Town Accountant, Town Administrator, Treasurer/Collector. Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares; Firefighters, Superior Officers, Clerical, DPW, Dispatchers, Superior Officers, Patrol Officers, Library. Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(9) To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation, as the Chair has determined that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigating position in a matter involving Town of East Bridgewater v. Ridder Farm. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Spagone Jr.: Aye, Mr. Sheedy: Aye and Ms. Julius: Aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to close open meeting and not return to open session Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 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, Building Commissioner / Zoning Enforcement Officer, Director of Assessing, IT Director, Town Accountant, Town Administrator, Treasurer/Collector. Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares; Firefighters, Superior Officers, Clerical, DPW, Dispatchers, Superior Officers, Patrol Officers, Library. Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(9) To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation, as the Chair has determined that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigating position in a matter involving Town of East Bridgewater v. Ridder Farm. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Spagone Jr.: Aye, Mr. Sheedy: Aye and Ms. Julius: Aye. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone)
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