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East Bridgewater Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting

May 18, 2026

12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Carole Julius, Katherine Mullen, Peter Spagone Jr.

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

EAST BRIDGEWATER, MASS.

Carole Julius as Chair

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To carole Julius as Chair.

From the minutes

“M/Spagone Jr., s/Mullen, a unanimous vote; Carole Julius as Chair,.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)

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Katherine Mullen as Vice-Chair

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To katherine Mullen as Vice-Chair.

From the minutes

“M/Spagone Jr., s/Julius, a unanimous vote; Katherine Mullen as Vice-Chair.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)

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Peter Spagone Jr. as Clerk OPEN FORUM Kevin Patel of Joppa Market, 626 Bedford Street, requested an update on the liquor license application

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To peter Spagone Jr. as Clerk OPEN FORUM Kevin Patel of Joppa Market, 626 Bedford Street, requested an update on the liquor license application.

From the minutes

“M/Julius, s/Mullen, a unanimous vote; Peter Spagone Jr. as Clerk OPEN FORUM Kevin Patel of Joppa Market, 626 Bedford Street, requested an update on the liquor license application..” (Motion: Julius, second: Mullen)

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Approve the recommended personnel policy updates as presented

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the recommended personnel policy updates as presented.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the recommended personnel policy updates as presented. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)

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What this change does

Amend Entertainment License and Alteration of Licensed Premises to include Outdoor Entertainment and Seating at 175 North Bedford Street

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To amend Entertainment License and Alteration of Licensed Premises to include Outdoor Entertainment and Seating at 175 North Bedford Street.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to amend Entertainment License and Alteration of Licensed Premises to include Outdoor Entertainment and Seating at 175 North Bedford Street. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)

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Place the necessary articles on a future town meeting warrant to enact the acceptance statutes for both the Veterans Municipal Assistance Fund and the Elderly and Disabled Assistance Fund

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To place the necessary articles on a future town meeting warrant to enact the acceptance statutes for both the Veterans Municipal Assistance Fund and the Elderly and Disabled Assistance Fund.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to place the necessary articles on a future town meeting warrant to enact the acceptance statutes for both the Veterans Municipal Assistance Fund and the Elderly and Disabled Assistance Fund. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)

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ACTION ITEMS

Approve the minutes of April 13, 2026, April 27, 2026, May 4, 2026 and May 11, 2026 Select Board's Meetings

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the minutes of April 13, 2026, April 27, 2026, May 4, 2026 and May 11, 2026 Select Board's Meetings.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the minutes of April 13, 2026, April 27, 2026, May 4, 2026 and May 11, 2026 Select Board's Meetings. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)

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Approve but not release the minutes of April 13, 2026, April 27, 2026 and May 4, 2026 Select Board's Executive Session Meeting

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve but not release the minutes of April 13, 2026, April 27, 2026 and May 4, 2026 Select Board's Executive Session Meeting.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve but not release the minutes of April 13, 2026, April 27, 2026 and May 4, 2026 Select Board's Executive Session Meeting. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)

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Accept the resignation of Paula Churbuck from the East Bridgewater Arts Council effective May 3, 2026

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept the resignation of Paula Churbuck from the East Bridgewater Arts Council effective May 3, 2026.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to accept the resignation of Paula Churbuck from the East Bridgewater Arts Council effective May 3, 2026. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)

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Appoint Peter Spagone Jr. as the Town's representative to the Plymouth County Advisory Board for FY27

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint Peter Spagone Jr. as the Town's representative to the Plymouth County Advisory Board for FY27.

From the minutes

“Ms. Julius made a motion to appoint Peter Spagone Jr. as the Town's representative to the Plymouth County Advisory Board for FY27. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Mullen)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the request from Professional Bartending Service, LLC for a One Day Liquor License for The Center at Sachem Rock, 355 Plymouth Street, for a Wedding Reception on May 16, 2026, from 12 pm -...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request from Professional Bartending Service, LLC for a One Day Liquor License for The Center at Sachem Rock, 355 Plymouth Street, for a Wedding Reception on May 16, 2026, from 12 pm - 4 pm.

From the minutes

“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request from Professional Bartending Service, LLC for a One Day Liquor License for The Center at Sachem Rock, 355 Plymouth Street, for a Wedding Reception on May 16, 2026, from 12 pm - 4 pm. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Go into executive session and not return to open session for the following reason, Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or...

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To go into executive session and not return to open session for the following reason, 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, Patrol Officers and DPW. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Julius: Aye; Ms. Mullen: Aye; Mr. Spagone Jr.: Aye.

From the minutes

“Ms. Julius made a motion to go into executive session and not return to open session for the following reason, 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, Patrol Officers and DPW. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Julius: Aye; Ms. Mullen: Aye; Mr. Spagone Jr.: Aye. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Julius)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

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