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April 14, 2025
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: David Sheedy, Carole Julius, Peter Spagone Jr.
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
OPEN FORUM
Approve the relocation of the Annual Town Election to the Gordon W. Mitchell Middle School starting in 2026
To approve the relocation of the Annual Town Election to the Gordon W. Mitchell Middle School starting in 2026.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the relocation of the Annual Town Election to the Gordon W. Mitchell Middle School starting in 2026. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
PUBLIC HEARING
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to close the public hearing. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the Restaurant on Premises All-Alcoholic Beverages Application and Entertainment License for Nanda's Restaurant Corp, Fernanda P. De Oliveira, Manager, Premises 225 Bedford Street
To approve the Restaurant on Premises All-Alcoholic Beverages Application and Entertainment License for Nanda's Restaurant Corp, Fernanda P. De Oliveira, Manager, Premises 225 Bedford Street.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the Restaurant on Premises All-Alcoholic Beverages Application and Entertainment License for Nanda's Restaurant Corp, Fernanda P. De Oliveira, Manager, Premises 225 Bedford Street. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
ACTION ITEMS
Approve and close Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant for May 12, 2025
To approve and close Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant for May 12, 2025.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve and close Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant for May 12, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the amended minutes of March 10, 2025, Select Board's Meeting
To approve the amended minutes of March 10, 2025, Select Board's Meeting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the amended minutes of March 10, 2025, Select Board's Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the minutes of March 24, 2025, Select Board's Meeting
To approve the minutes of March 24, 2025, Select Board's Meeting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the minutes of March 24, 2025, Select Board's Meeting. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the renewal of the following April Licenses
To approve the renewal of the following April Licenses.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the renewal of the following April Licenses. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Second-Hand Article Licenses
Approve the following applications for One-Day Liquor Licenses from the Villa at Ridder Country Club for weddings on the following dates
To approve the following applications for One-Day Liquor Licenses from the Villa at Ridder Country Club for weddings on the following dates.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the following applications for One-Day Liquor Licenses from the Villa at Ridder Country Club for weddings on the following dates. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Accept the resignation of Anthony Benigni from the Finance Committee effective March 24, 2025
To accept the resignation of Anthony Benigni from the Finance Committee effective March 24, 2025.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to accept the resignation of Anthony Benigni from the Finance Committee effective March 24, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Accept the resignation of Debra Chassey from the Patriotic Activities Committee effective April 7, 2025
To accept the resignation of Debra Chassey from the Patriotic Activities Committee effective April 7, 2025.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to accept the resignation of Debra Chassey from the Patriotic Activities Committee effective April 7, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the request from Deana LePine of East Bridgewater Community Gardens for the use of Sachem Rock Farm on April 26, 2025 rain date April 27, 2025 from 10 am - 1 pm for "Community Garden...
To approve the request from Deana LePine of East Bridgewater Community Gardens for the use of Sachem Rock Farm on April 26, 2025 rain date April 27, 2025 from 10 am - 1 pm for "Community Garden Opening / Work Day". Plot holders will clean up beds and prepare plots for spring planting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the request from Deana LePine of East Bridgewater Community Gardens for the use of Sachem Rock Farm on April 26, 2025 rain date April 27, 2025 from 10 am - 1 pm for "Community Garden Opening / Work Day". Plot holders will clean up beds and prepare plots for spring planting. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the request from Ryan McGonigle, Director of Information Technology, to surplus the following items from the Council on Aging, as the equipment is no longer functional due to age and/or damage
To approve the request from Ryan McGonigle, Director of Information Technology, to surplus the following items from the Council on Aging, as the equipment is no longer functional due to age and/or damage.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the request from Ryan McGonigle, Director of Information Technology, to surplus the following items from the Council on Aging, as the equipment is no longer functional due to age and/or damage. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the non-union wage grid and pay/salary schedule for Fiscal Year 2026 with no changes from FY 2025
To approve the non-union wage grid and pay/salary schedule for Fiscal Year 2026 with no changes from FY 2025.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the non-union wage grid and pay/salary schedule for Fiscal Year 2026 with no changes from FY 2025. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
Approve the employment agreement between the Town of East Bridgewater and John E. Dzialo, Fire Chief effective May 5, 2025
To approve the employment agreement between the Town of East Bridgewater and John E. Dzialo, Fire Chief effective May 5, 2025.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the employment agreement between the Town of East Bridgewater and John E. Dzialo, Fire Chief effective May 5, 2025. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
Approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of East Bridgewater and the East Bridgewater Police Association and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Select Board
To approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of East Bridgewater and the East Bridgewater Police Association and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Select Board.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of East Bridgewater and the East Bridgewater Police Association and authorize the Town Administrator to sign on behalf of the Select Board. Seconded by Mr. Spagone Jr. All were in favor 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Spagone)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Close open meeting and enter executive session and not return to open session
To close open meeting and enter executive session and not return to open session. Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 To discuss personnel policy. 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, Council on Aging Director, Health Agent, Library Director, Building Commissioner / Zoning Enforcement Officer, Treasurer / Collector, Director of Assessing, IT Director, Town Accountant, 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, Superior Officers, Patrol Officers. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Julius: Aye, Mr. Sheedy: Aye and Spagone Jr.: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to close open meeting and enter executive session and not return to open session. Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 To discuss personnel policy. 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, Council on Aging Director, Health Agent, Library Director, Building Commissioner / Zoning Enforcement Officer, Treasurer / Collector, Director of Assessing, IT Director, Town Accountant, 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, Superior Officers, Patrol Officers. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Julius: Aye, Mr. Sheedy: Aye and Spagone Jr.: Aye. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Julius)
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