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November 4, 2024
11 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Peter Spagone Jr., Carole Julius
Absent: David Sheedy
Every vote, in order
ACTION ITEMS
Appoint Deputy Chief, Michael Mclaughlin as alternate to the Agricultural Commission effective November 4, 2024 through June 30, 2025, 1 year term
To appoint Deputy Chief, Michael Mclaughlin as alternate to the Agricultural Commission effective November 4, 2024 through June 30, 2025, 1 year term.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to appoint Deputy Chief, Michael Mclaughlin as alternate to the Agricultural Commission effective November 4, 2024 through June 30, 2025, 1 year term. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Appoint Andrew Heath to the Conservation Commission effective November 4, 2024 through June 30, 2027, 3 year term
To appoint Andrew Heath to the Conservation Commission effective November 4, 2024 through June 30, 2027, 3 year term.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion appoint Andrew Heath to the Conservation Commission effective November 4, 2024 through June 30, 2027, 3 year term. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the minutes of the October 21, 2024, Select Board's Meeting
To approve the minutes of the October 21, 2024, Select Board's Meeting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 21, 2024, Select Board's Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve but not release the minutes of the October 21, 2024, Select Board Executive Session Meeting
To approve but not release the minutes of the October 21, 2024, Select Board Executive Session Meeting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve but not release the minutes of the October 21, 2024, Select Board Executive Session Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the amended contract for Assessor, Paula Wolfe
To approve the amended contract for Assessor, Paula Wolfe.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the amended contract for Assessor, Paula Wolfe. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the Event Permit from resident Cindi Carey for an "Adoption Event" at 412 Bedford Street for dogs rescued by Middleborough Animal Shelter
To approve the Event Permit from resident Cindi Carey for an "Adoption Event" at 412 Bedford Street for dogs rescued by Middleborough Animal Shelter. Event will be on November 17, 2024, from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, set up / breakdown 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the Event Permit from resident Cindi Carey for an "Adoption Event" at 412 Bedford Street for dogs rescued by Middleborough Animal Shelter. Event will be on November 17, 2024, from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, set up / breakdown 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the One Day Liquor License from Black Hat Brew Works for the "Adoption Event" at 412 Bedford Street on November 17, 2024, from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
To approve the One Day Liquor License from Black Hat Brew Works for the "Adoption Event" at 412 Bedford Street on November 17, 2024, from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the One Day Liquor License from Black Hat Brew Works for the "Adoption Event" at 412 Bedford Street on November 17, 2024, from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the request from Angeline Punwani for the use of Sachem Rock outdoors for Angelic Bravery Tinker & Play Lantern Walk on November 17, 2024 from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
To approve the request from Angeline Punwani for the use of Sachem Rock outdoors for Angelic Bravery Tinker & Play Lantern Walk on November 17, 2024 from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Rain date December 1, 2024.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the request from Angeline Punwani for the use of Sachem Rock outdoors for Angelic Bravery Tinker & Play Lantern Walk on November 17, 2024 from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Rain date December 1, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the request from Lauren Tavares-Mulhern and Nadia Clancy of Community Coalition for Change for the use of the Town Common for the 5th Annual Celebration of Multiculturalism
To approve the request from Lauren Tavares-Mulhern and Nadia Clancy of Community Coalition for Change for the use of the Town Common for the 5th Annual Celebration of Multiculturalism. An event with food, vendors, music, speakers, and performers supporting diversity. Event will be on June 29, 2025, from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the request from Lauren Tavares-Mulhern and Nadia Clancy of Community Coalition for Change for the use of the Town Common for the 5th Annual Celebration of Multiculturalism. An event with food, vendors, music, speakers, and performers supporting diversity. Event will be on June 29, 2025, from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the signage request from Community Coalition for Change, Inc. to put 18"X24" lawn signs on municipal property from May 30, 2025 - June 29, 2025
To approve the signage request from Community Coalition for Change, Inc. to put 18"X24" lawn signs on municipal property from May 30, 2025 - June 29, 2025.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the signage request from Community Coalition for Change, Inc. to put 18"X24" lawn signs on municipal property from May 30, 2025 - June 29, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor. 2-0.” (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 and Spagone Jr.: 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 and Spagone Jr.: Aye All were in favor, 2-0..” (Motion: Julius)
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