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August 10, 2026
18 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Carole Julius, Katherine Mullen, Peter Spagone Jr.
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
APPOINTMENTS
Not to recommend the all-way stop control engineering evaluation for Bridge Street and Plymouth Street
To not to recommend the all-way stop control engineering evaluation for Bridge Street and Plymouth Street.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion not to recommend the all-way stop control engineering evaluation for Bridge Street and Plymouth Street. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve the Public Safety Building Committee's recommendation to move forward with Kaestle Boos Associates, Inc. to complete the Public Safety Building Feasibility Study, subject to the...
To approve the Public Safety Building Committee's recommendation to move forward with Kaestle Boos Associates, Inc. to complete the Public Safety Building Feasibility Study, subject to the appropriation of the necessary funds.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the Public Safety Building Committee's recommendation to move forward with Kaestle Boos Associates, Inc. to complete the Public Safety Building Feasibility Study, subject to the appropriation of the necessary funds. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
ACTION ITEMS
Approve the minutes of July 13, 2026 Select Board's Meetings
To approve the minutes of July 13, 2026 Select Board's Meetings.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the minutes of July 13, 2026 Select Board's Meetings. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve but not release the minutes of the July 13, 2026 Select Board's Executive Meeting
To approve but not release the minutes of the July 13, 2026 Select Board's Executive Meeting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve but not release the minutes of the July 13, 2026 Select Board's Executive Meeting. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve the One-Day Liquor License application from the Commercial Club of East Bridgwater, 1 Neilsen Avenue for Plymouth County Water Works Association Training and Trade Show held on July 22,...
To approve the One-Day Liquor License application from the Commercial Club of East Bridgwater, 1 Neilsen Avenue for Plymouth County Water Works Association Training and Trade Show held on July 22, 2026, from 11 am to 3 pm.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the One-Day Liquor License application from the Commercial Club of East Bridgwater, 1 Neilsen Avenue for Plymouth County Water Works Association Training and Trade Show held on July 22, 2026, from 11 am to 3 pm. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve the reappointment of Erin Dzierzak to the Arts Council effective July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2029
To approve the reappointment of Erin Dzierzak to the Arts Council effective July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the reappointment of Erin Dzierzak to the Arts Council effective July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2029. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Accept the resignation of Karin Gilman and Dan Sampson from the Public Safety Building Committee effective July 29, 2026
To accept the resignation of Karin Gilman and Dan Sampson from the Public Safety Building Committee effective July 29, 2026.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to accept the resignation of Karin Gilman and Dan Sampson from the Public Safety Building Committee effective July 29, 2026. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve the request from Kristen Faltus of Sachem Rehab Center to place a school supply collection box at Town Hall from July 30, 2026 through August 29, 2026, for East Bridgewater students
To approve the request from Kristen Faltus of Sachem Rehab Center to place a school supply collection box at Town Hall from July 30, 2026 through August 29, 2026, for East Bridgewater students.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the request from Kristen Faltus of Sachem Rehab Center to place a school supply collection box at Town Hall from July 30, 2026 through August 29, 2026, for East Bridgewater students. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve unpaid leave of absence requests for members of the clerical union
To approve unpaid leave of absence requests for members of the clerical union.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve unpaid leave of absence requests for members of the clerical union. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve the Treasurer / Collector to sell the following property Assessors Map designations: case no. 95 TL 108115 filed, (Map 99, Parcels 3 and 7)
To approve the Treasurer / Collector to sell the following property Assessors Map designations: case no. 95 TL 108115 filed, (Map 99, Parcels 3 and 7).
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve the Treasurer / Collector to sell the following property Assessors Map designations: case no. 95 TL 108115 filed, (Map 99, Parcels 3 and 7). Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve Special Town Meeting schedule and opening of the Warrant and setting the Warrant closing date of August 24, 2026
To approve Special Town Meeting schedule and opening of the Warrant and setting the Warrant closing date of August 24, 2026.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve Special Town Meeting schedule and opening of the Warrant and setting the Warrant closing date of August 24, 2026. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve $35M Bond Anticipation Note for the Central Elementary School project
To approve $35M Bond Anticipation Note for the Central Elementary School project.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve $35M Bond Anticipation Note for the Central Elementary School project. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve note results for the General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes of August 2026
To approve note results for the General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes of August 2026.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve note results for the General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes of August 2026. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve and sign the State Primary Warrant to comply with the Secretary of the Commonwealth's state primary warrant posting deadline
To approve and sign the State Primary Warrant to comply with the Secretary of the Commonwealth's state primary warrant posting deadline.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve and sign the State Primary Warrant to comply with the Secretary of the Commonwealth's state primary warrant posting deadline. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve and sign a proclamation designating September as International Suicide Prevention Month and September 10 as International Suicide Prevention Day
To approve and sign a proclamation designating September as International Suicide Prevention Month and September 10 as International Suicide Prevention Day.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve and sign a proclamation designating September as International Suicide Prevention Month and September 10 as International Suicide Prevention Day. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
Approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Michael McLaughlin, Deputy Police Chief for the period July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029
To approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Michael McLaughlin, Deputy Police Chief for the period July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029.
From the minutes
“Mr. Spagone Jr. made a motion to approve and authorize the signing of a contract with Michael McLaughlin, Deputy Police Chief for the period July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. Seconded by Ms. Mullen. All were in favor. 3-0.” (Motion: Spagone, second: Mullen)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Go into executive session and return to open session for the following reasons, Pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with...
To go into executive session and return to open session for the following reasons, 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, Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Superintendent. 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; Clerical, DPW, Superiors, Patrol Officers, Firefighters. 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; Ms. Mullen: Aye, Spagone Jr.: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Julius made a motion to go into executive session and return to open session for the following reasons, 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, Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Superintendent. 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; Clerical, DPW, Superiors, Patrol Officers, Firefighters. 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; Ms. Mullen: Aye, Spagone Jr.: Aye. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Julius)
ADJOURN
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“Motion by Julius, second by Mullen to adjourn. All were in favor, 3-0.” (Motion: Julius, second: Mullen)
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