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June 8, 2026
18 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Carole Julius, Peter Spagone Jr.
Absent: Katherine Mullen
Every vote, in order
OPEN FORUM
Appoint Donna Pattison to the Patriotic Activities Committee effective June 8, 2026 - June 30, 2029
To appoint Donna Pattison to the Patriotic Activities Committee effective June 8, 2026 - June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to appoint Donna Pattison to the Patriotic Activities Committee effective June 8, 2026 - June 30, 2029. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
APPOINTMENTS
Approve the waiver of fees for the Central Elementary School project
To approve the waiver of fees for the Central Elementary School project.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the waiver of fees for the Central Elementary School project. Seconded by Ms. Julius. Motion carried unanimously, 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Not to proceed with issuing an RFP or advancing the cell tower proposal at the Washington Street location
To not to proceed with issuing an RFP or advancing the cell tower proposal at the Washington Street location.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to not to proceed with issuing an RFP or advancing the cell tower proposal at the Washington Street location. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
ACTION ITEMS
Approve the minutes of May 18, 2026 Select Board's Meetings
To approve the minutes of May 18, 2026 Select Board's Meetings.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the minutes of May 18, 2026 Select Board's Meetings. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Approve but not release the minutes of May 18, 2026 Select Board's Executive Session Meeting
To approve but not release the minutes of May 18, 2026 Select Board's Executive Session Meeting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve but not release the minutes of May 18, 2026 Select Board's Executive Session Meeting. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Approve the requested changes to the Officers / Directors / LLC Managers for The Commercial Club of East Bridgewater, located at 1 Neilson Avenue
To approve the requested changes to the Officers / Directors / LLC Managers for The Commercial Club of East Bridgewater, located at 1 Neilson Avenue.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the requested changes to the Officers / Directors / LLC Managers for The Commercial Club of East Bridgewater, located at 1 Neilson Avenue. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Approve the requests from the Southeastern Regional Service Group to award a one-year contract, commencing July 1, 2026, to W.B. Mason for paper items, as well as to the bidders listed under the...
To approve the requests from the Southeastern Regional Service Group to award a one-year contract, commencing July 1, 2026, to W.B. Mason for paper items, as well as to the bidders listed under the SERSG DPW Supply IFB.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the requests from the Southeastern Regional Service Group to award a one-year contract, commencing July 1, 2026, to W.B. Mason for paper items, as well as to the bidders listed under the SERSG DPW Supply IFB. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Approve Mutual Aid Agreement between Towns of East Bridgewater and West Bridgewater
To approve Mutual Aid Agreement between Towns of East Bridgewater and West Bridgewater. They agree that for the period of July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2029 each Town's Building Commissioner/Inspector of Buildings, Local Inspector/Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector & Plumbing & Gas Inspector will, at no expense to the other Town, serve as the other Town's respective inspector, with such services coordinated by the inspectors.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve Mutual Aid Agreement between Towns of East Bridgewater and West Bridgewater. They agree that for the period of July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2029 each Town's Building Commissioner/Inspector of Buildings, Local Inspector/Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector & Plumbing & Gas Inspector will, at no expense to the other Town, serve as the other Town's respective inspector, with such services coordinated by the inspectors. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Approve the request from Ray Ponte for the use of the Town Common on October 31, 2026 - November 14, 2026 for "Field of Flags" and placement of an 18"X24" roadside advertisement signs on municipal...
To approve the request from Ray Ponte for the use of the Town Common on October 31, 2026 - November 14, 2026 for "Field of Flags" and placement of an 18"X24" roadside advertisement signs on municipal property from October 7, 2026 - November 7, 2026, to support the event.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request from Ray Ponte for the use of the Town Common on October 31, 2026 - November 14, 2026 for "Field of Flags" and placement of an 18"X24" roadside advertisement signs on municipal property from October 7, 2026 - November 7, 2026, to support the event. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Approve the event permit application from the Town Administrator for a Summer Kickoff Celebration featuring Dale and the Duds to be held on the Town Common Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 6:00 pm -...
To approve the event permit application from the Town Administrator for a Summer Kickoff Celebration featuring Dale and the Duds to be held on the Town Common Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the event permit application from the Town Administrator for a Summer Kickoff Celebration featuring Dale and the Duds to be held on the Town Common Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
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 Baby Shower held on June 7, 2026, from 10 am to...
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 Baby Shower held on June 7, 2026, from 10 am to 2 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 Baby Shower held on June 7, 2026, from 10 am to 2 pm. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Appoint Katherine Mullen as the Town's FY27 representative to the Plymouth County Advisory Board serving as an alternate member for fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027
To appoint Katherine Mullen as the Town's FY27 representative to the Plymouth County Advisory Board serving as an alternate member for fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to appoint Katherine Mullen as the Town's FY27 representative to the Plymouth County Advisory Board serving as an alternate member for fiscal year July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Appoint Megan Crosby as Treasurer/Collector for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029
To appoint Megan Crosby as Treasurer/Collector for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to appoint Megan Crosby as Treasurer/Collector for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Approve and sign contract for the Director of Public Works position and appoint John Haines as the Director of Public Works for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029
To approve and sign contract for the Director of Public Works position and appoint John Haines as the Director of Public Works for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve and sign contract for the Director of Public Works position and appoint John Haines as the Director of Public Works for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Approve the recommendation from the Personnel Policy Committee the sick leave accrual language in the Personnel Policies
To approve the recommendation from the Personnel Policy Committee the sick leave accrual language in the Personnel Policies.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the recommendation from the Personnel Policy Committee the sick leave accrual language in the Personnel Policies. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
What this change does
Authorize Town Accountant to act on behalf of the Town for the septic loan program
To authorize Town Accountant to act on behalf of the Town for the septic loan program.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to authorize Town Accountant to act on behalf of the Town for the septic loan program. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
Approve the Fiscal Year 2026 contract with East Bridgewater Superior Officers Association
To approve the Fiscal Year 2026 contract with East Bridgewater Superior Officers Association.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the Fiscal Year 2026 contract with East Bridgewater Superior Officers Association. Seconded by Ms. Julius. All were in favor. 2-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Julius)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Go into executive session and not return to open session for the following reason, Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with...
To go into executive session and not return to open session for the following reason, 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, the IT Director, Firefighters, and Water & Sewer Superintendent. Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(4) to discuss the deployment of security personnel or devices, or strategies with respect thereto. The Chair declared that holding discussions regarding collective bargaining, contract negotiations, and litigation in open session could have a detrimental effect on the Select Board's bargaining and litigation positions. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Julius: 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)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, the IT Director, Firefighters, and Water & Sewer Superintendent. Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(4) to discuss the deployment of security personnel or devices, or strategies with respect thereto. The Chair declared that holding discussions regarding collective bargaining, contract negotiations, and litigation in open session could have a detrimental effect on the Select Board's bargaining and litigation positions. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Julius: Aye; Mr. Spagone Jr.: Aye. All were in favor, 2-0.” (Motion: Julius)
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