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April 11, 2022
21 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Stasia Powers, Leon Correy, Robert Espindola, Keith Silvia, Charles Murphy Sr.
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Veterans Services Agent Brad Fish and US Veteran George Brownell met with the Board to discuss the
Approve the 2022 Memorial Day parade
To approve the 2022 Memorial Day parade
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Powers motioned to approve the 2022 Memorial Day parade. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Powers, second: Murphy)
Ms. Ellison opened the nominations for the Chair of the Select Board
Appoint Ms. Stasia Powers, Chairperson of the Select Board
To appoint Ms. Stasia Powers, Chairperson of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Correy motioned to appoint Ms. Stasia Powers, Chairperson of the Select Board. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Correy, second: Murphy)
Veterans Services Agent Brad Fish and US Veteran George Brownell met with the Board to discuss the
Appoint Mr. Espindola as Vice-Chairperson of the Select Board
To appoint Mr. Espindola as Vice-Chairperson of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Powers motioned to appoint Mr. Espindola as Vice-Chairperson of the Select Board. Mr. Murphy seconded. The motion failed. Motion: Mr. Espindola made the motion to appoint Mr. Correy as the Vice-Chairperson. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Powers, second: Murphy)
Appoint Mr. Espindola as Clerk of the Select Board
To appoint Mr. Espindola as Clerk of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Powers motioned to appoint Mr. Espindola as Clerk of the Select Board. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Powers, second: Murphy)
Ms. Ellison opened the nominations for the Chair of the Select Board
Take item E3 out of order
To take item E3 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Correy motioned to take item E3 out of order. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Correy, second: Murphy)
Grant a waiver of the parking ordinance while filming the movie “Finestkind” and allow parking overnight
To grant a waiver of the parking ordinance while filming the movie “Finestkind” and allow parking overnight
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Correy motioned to grant a waiver of the parking ordinance while filming the movie “Finestkind” and allow parking overnight. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Correy, second: Murphy)
Sergeant Sobral at the Fairhaven Police Department for approval and they have also reached out to each
Approve the location plans and allow the film crew to work with the Harbormaster and Public Safety to determine any changes if needed
To approve the location plans and allow the film crew to work with the Harbormaster and Public Safety to determine any changes if needed
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the location plans and allow the film crew to work with the Harbormaster and Public Safety to determine any changes if needed. Mr. Correy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Correy)
Reorganization of the Committee Liaison appointments
Relinquish the Contract Compliance Officer position and the Local Emergency Planning Committee from the Committee liaison appointments
To relinquish the Contract Compliance Officer position and the Local Emergency Planning Committee from the Committee liaison appointments
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Silvia motioned to relinquish the Contract Compliance Officer position and the Local Emergency Planning Committee from the Committee liaison appointments. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Silvia, second: Murphy)
Ms. Ellison opened the nominations for the Chair of the Select Board
Ms. Ellison opened the nominations for the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Correy motioned for the Select Board Committee appointments to be: e Ms. Powers: Bristol County Advisory Board, Cable Advisory Committee, Capital Improvement Planning Committee e Mr. Correy: Belonging Committee, Economic Development Committee, Millicent Library Trustees, SRTA e Mr. Espindola: Bikeway Committee, Broadband Study Committee, Southcoast Bikeway Alliance, SRPEDD Fairhaven Select Board — April 11, 2022 Open Session —3 ¢ Mr. Silvia: Dog Park Study Committee, Historical Commission, Marine Resources Committee, Rogers Reuse Committee ¢ Mr. Murphy: Fair Housing Coordinator, Lagoa Friendship Pact Committee, Sister City Committee Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Correy, second: Murphy)
Reorganization of the Committee Liaison appointments
Accept and allow the Select Board chair to sign the election form on behalf of the Select Board
To accept and allow the Select Board chair to sign the election form on behalf of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Silvia motioned to accept and allow the Select Board chair to sign the election form on behalf of the Select Board. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Silvia, second: Murphy)
Ms. Ellison opened the nominations for the Chair of the Select Board
Award the FY21 CDBG contract for construction administration and resident inspector services (Hedge Street Phase 3) to GCG Associates, Inc. for the amount of $60,000 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign all co
To award the FY21 CDBG contract for construction administration and resident inspector services (Hedge Street Phase 3) to GCG Associates, Inc. for the amount of $60,000 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign all contract related documents, contingent on grant start-up clearances from Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Correy motioned to award the FY21 CDBG contract for construction administration and resident inspector services (Hedge Street Phase 3) to GCG Associates, Inc. for the amount of $60,000 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign all contract related documents, contingent on grant start-up clearances from Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Correy, second: Murphy)
Sergeant Sobral at the Fairhaven Police Department for approval and they have also reached out to each
Award the FY21 CDBG contract for Grant Administration Services to Breezeway Farm Consulting, Inc., for the amount of $40,500 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign all contract related documents, contingent on g
To award the FY21 CDBG contract for Grant Administration Services to Breezeway Farm Consulting, Inc., for the amount of $40,500 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign all contract related documents, contingent on grant start-up clearances and contract approval by DHCD
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to award the FY21 CDBG contract for Grant Administration Services to Breezeway Farm Consulting, Inc., for the amount of $40,500 and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign all contract related documents, contingent on grant start-up clearances and contract approval by DHCD. Mr. Correy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Correy)
Ms. Ellison opened the nominations for the Chair of the Select Board
Accept Ms. Graves’ resignation of her Interim Town Administrator appointed positions
To accept Ms. Graves’ resignation of her Interim Town Administrator appointed positions
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Correy motioned to accept Ms. Graves’ resignation of her Interim Town Administrator appointed positions. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Correy, second: Silvia)
Reorganization of the Committee Liaison appointments
Appoint Town Administrator Angie Lopes Ellison to the positions of ADA Coordinator, Affirmative Action Officer and Procurement Officer
To appoint Town Administrator Angie Lopes Ellison to the positions of ADA Coordinator, Affirmative Action Officer and Procurement Officer
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Silvia motioned to appoint Town Administrator Angie Lopes Ellison to the positions of ADA Coordinator, Affirmative Action Officer and Procurement Officer. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Silvia, second: Murphy)
Sergeant Sobral at the Fairhaven Police Department for approval and they have also reached out to each
Allow Mr. Espindola to submit the application for the Community Compact Cabinet Grant Municipal Fiber Grant as funding is described in the grant application and not to exceed the 37,500 of (American Rescue Plan Act) ARPA
To allow Mr. Espindola to submit the application for the Community Compact Cabinet Grant Municipal Fiber Grant as funding is described in the grant application and not to exceed the 37,500 of (American Rescue Plan Act) ARPA matching funds
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to allow Mr. Espindola to submit the application for the Community Compact Cabinet Grant Municipal Fiber Grant as funding is described in the grant application and not to exceed the 37,500 of (American Rescue Plan Act) ARPA matching funds. Mr. Correy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Correy)
The Board discussed their thoughts on reinstating the flag/banner policy. Ms. Powers feels the flag/banner
Request the Belonging Committee to review the flag/banner policy and make recommendations or changes and to look at other town’s policies and report back to the Select Board
To request the Belonging Committee to review the flag/banner policy and make recommendations or changes and to look at other town’s policies and report back to the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to request the Belonging Committee to review the flag/banner policy and make recommendations or changes and to look at other town’s policies and report back to the Select Board. Mr. Correy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Correy)
Ms. Ellison opened the nominations for the Chair of the Select Board
Approve the pride flag for the first 2 weeks in June
To approve the pride flag for the first 2 weeks in June
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Correy motioned to approve the pride flag for the first 2 weeks in June. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Correy, second: Murphy)
The Board discussed their thoughts on reinstating the flag/banner policy. Ms. Powers feels the flag/banner
Approve the Fitness in the Park pending proof of insurance and approval of the Board of Public Works
To approve the Fitness in the Park pending proof of insurance and approval of the Board of Public Works
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the Fitness in the Park pending proof of insurance and approval of the Board of Public Works. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Ms. Ellison opened the nominations for the Chair of the Select Board
Request DPW Superintendent Mr. Furtado to meet with the Select Board to share the plans for the sewer treatment plant
To request DPW Superintendent Mr. Furtado to meet with the Select Board to share the plans for the sewer treatment plant
Yes: Correy, Espindola, Murphy, Powers, Silvia
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Correy motioned to request DPW Superintendent Mr. Furtado to meet with the Select Board to share the plans for the sewer treatment plant. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0) Ms. Powers recused herself.” (Motion: Correy, second: Murphy)
The Board discussed their thoughts on reinstating the flag/banner policy. Ms. Powers feels the flag/banner
Accept the resignation of John Farrell as the Measurer of Wood and Bark
To accept the resignation of John Farrell as the Measurer of Wood and Bark
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the resignation of John Farrell as the Measurer of Wood and Bark. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Ms. Ellison opened the nominations for the Chair of the Select Board
Adjourn at 10:15 pm
To adjourn at 10:15 pm
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Correy motioned to adjourn at 10:15 pm. Mr. Murphy seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Correy, second: Murphy)
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