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October 21, 2024
15 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: David Sheedy, Peter Spagone Jr., Carole Julius
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
ACTION ITEMS
Appoint Chantel Bichet and Eddie DeAndrade to the Finance Committee effective October 21, 2024 - June 30, 2027, 3-year terms
To Appoint Chantel Bichet and Eddie DeAndrade to the Finance Committee effective October 21, 2024 - June 30, 2027, 3-year terms.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to Appoint Chantel Bichet and Eddie DeAndrade to the Finance Committee effective October 21, 2024 - June 30, 2027, 3-year terms. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Appoint DPW Director, John Haines, Fire Chief, Tim Harhen, Police Chief, Michael Jenkins, Assistant Town Administrator, Rebecca Johnson and Building Commissioner, Patrick Franey to the Traffic...
To appoint DPW Director, John Haines, Fire Chief, Tim Harhen, Police Chief, Michael Jenkins, Assistant Town Administrator, Rebecca Johnson and Building Commissioner, Patrick Franey to the Traffic Advisory Committee effective October 21, 2024.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to appoint DPW Director, John Haines, Fire Chief, Tim Harhen, Police Chief, Michael Jenkins, Assistant Town Administrator, Rebecca Johnson and Building Commissioner, Patrick Franey to the Traffic Advisory Committee effective October 21, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the minutes of the September 23, 2024, Select Board's Meeting
To approve the minutes of the September 23, 2024, Select Board's Meeting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the minutes of the September 23, 2024, Select Board's Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve but not release the minutes of the September 23, 2024, Select Board Executive Session Meeting
To approve but not release the minutes of the September 23, 2024, Select Board Executive Session Meeting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve but not release the minutes of the September 23, 2024, Select Board Executive Session Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the minutes of the October 7, 2024, Select Board's Meeting
To approve the minutes of the October 7, 2024, Select Board's Meeting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 7, 2024, Select Board's Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the Event Permit from Pat Trombley of Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater for "The Lighting of the Common" event at the Town Common on December 5, 2024, from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, pending...
To approve the Event Permit from Pat Trombley of Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater for "The Lighting of the Common" event at the Town Common on December 5, 2024, from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, pending certificate of liability insurance.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the Event Permit from Pat Trombley of Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater for "The Lighting of the Common" event at the Town Common on December 5, 2024, from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, pending certificate of liability insurance. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve signage request from Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater to put a 8'X2' banner on municipal property from November 15 - December 15, 2024
To approve signage request from Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater to put a 8'X2' banner on municipal property from November 15 - December 15, 2024.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve signage request from Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater to put a 8'X2' banner on municipal property from November 15 - December 15, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Sign State Election Warrant
To sign State Election Warrant.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to sign State Election Warrant. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve Personnel bylaw document
To approve Personnel bylaw document.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve Personnel bylaw document. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
PUBLIC HEARING
Approve a single tax rate for fiscal year 2025
To approve a single tax rate for fiscal year 2025.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve a single tax rate for fiscal year 2025. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
PUBLIC MEETING - PRESENTATION
Apply for the cleanup grant for the Brownfields Former Precise Engineering site
To apply for the cleanup grant for the Brownfields Former Precise Engineering site.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to apply for the cleanup grant for the Brownfields Former Precise Engineering site. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
Approve free little libraries at Jones Pond
To approve free little libraries at Jones Pond.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve free little libraries at Jones Pond. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Not approve a no engine breaking sign on N. Central Street
To not approve a no engine breaking sign on N. Central Street.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to not approve a no engine breaking sign on N. Central Street. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve to reallocate ARPA funds
To approve to reallocate ARPA funds.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve to reallocate ARPA funds Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
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, Assistant Town Administrator and Town Administrator. 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: Ms. Julius: Aye, Spagone Jr.: Aye and Mr. Sheedy: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius 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, Assistant Town Administrator and Town Administrator. 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: Ms. Julius: Aye, Spagone Jr.: Aye and Mr. Sheedy: Aye. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Julius)
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