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October 17, 2022
45 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Stasia Powers, Leon Correy, Robert Espindola, Keith Silvia, Charles Murphy Sr.
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
Take agenda item D1: Fire Department Promotions, out of order
To take agenda item D1: Fire Department Promotions, out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to take agenda item D1: Fire Department Promotions, out of order. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Take agenda item B1: Staffing Update out of order
To take agenda item B1: Staffing Update out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to take agenda item B1: Staffing Update out of order. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve the open session minutes of September 19, 2022
To approve the open session minutes of September 19, 2022
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the open session minutes of September 19, 2022. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve the minutes of October 3, 2022, participation meeting with MassDOT
To approve the minutes of October 3, 2022, participation meeting with MassDOT
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the minutes of October 3, 2022, participation meeting with MassDOT. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve $7,650 for Capital Strategic Solutions to administer ARPA funds and processes outlined in the contract
To approve $7,650 for Capital Strategic Solutions to administer ARPA funds and processes outlined in the contract
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve $7,650 for Capital Strategic Solutions to administer ARPA funds and processes outlined in the contract. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote was unanimous. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve and support the Fort Phoenix Polar Plunge on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at 10:00, and to provide EMS support
To approve and support the Fort Phoenix Polar Plunge on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at 10:00, and to provide EMS support
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve and support the Fort Phoenix Polar Plunge on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at 10:00, and to provide EMS support. Mr. Silvia seconded the motion. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Appoint Ms. Alexandra Caine to the Fairhaven Cultural Council for a term to end May 2023
To appoint Ms. Alexandra Caine to the Fairhaven Cultural Council for a term to end May 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to appoint Ms. Alexandra Caine to the Fairhaven Cultural Council for a term to end May 2023. Mr. Silvia seconded the motion. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Appoint Ms. Tomascik to the Fairhaven Belonging Committee for a term to end May 2023
To appoint Ms. Tomascik to the Fairhaven Belonging Committee for a term to end May 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to appoint Ms. Tomascik to the Fairhaven Belonging Committee for a term to end May 2023. Mr. Silvia seconded the motion. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Appoint Mr. Carr to the Fairhaven Economic Development Committee for a term to end May 2023
To appoint Mr. Carr to the Fairhaven Economic Development Committee for a term to end May 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to appoint Mr. Carr to the Fairhaven Economic Development Committee for a term to end May 2023. Mr. Silvia seconded the motion, Vote passed unanimously, (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve the flying of military flags of each military branch upon the stated birthday and the week following at Fort Phoenix as outlined and managed by the Veteran’s Agent beginning in 2023 and recurring yearly
To approve the flying of military flags of each military branch upon the stated birthday and the week following at Fort Phoenix as outlined and managed by the Veteran’s Agent beginning in 2023 and recurring yearly
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the flying of military flags of each military branch upon the stated birthday and the week following at Fort Phoenix as outlined and managed by the Veteran’s Agent beginning in 2023 and recurring yearly. Mr. Silvia seconded the motion. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve the event permit for the Turkey Trot SK Fun Run to take place on November 24, 2022 at 9:00 am at Cushman Park and to waive the event fee as they are a non-profit organization
To approve the event permit for the Turkey Trot SK Fun Run to take place on November 24, 2022 at 9:00 am at Cushman Park and to waive the event fee as they are a non-profit organization
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the event permit for the Turkey Trot SK Fun Run to take place on November 24, 2022 at 9:00 am at Cushman Park and to waive the event fee as they are a non-profit organization. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve the Fairhaven Improvement Association’s Sing-A- Long on December 10, 2022 at 6:00 pm at the Town Hall and waive the rental fee
To approve the Fairhaven Improvement Association’s Sing-A- Long on December 10, 2022 at 6:00 pm at the Town Hall and waive the rental fee
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the Fairhaven Improvement Association’s Sing-A- Long on December 10, 2022 at 6:00 pm at the Town Hall and waive the rental fee. Mr. Silvia seconded the motion. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve and declare Fairhaven as a Tree City USA city and celebrate Arbor Day annually
To approve and declare Fairhaven as a Tree City USA city and celebrate Arbor Day annually
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve and declare Fairhaven as a Tree City USA city and celebrate Arbor Day annually. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve establishing a gift account for the Belonging Committee
To approve establishing a gift account for the Belonging Committee
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve establishing a gift account for the Belonging Committee. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve the change of the LLC Manager for OSJL Spirits doing business as Ocean State Job Lot and as outlined by Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC)
To approve the change of the LLC Manager for OSJL Spirits doing business as Ocean State Job Lot and as outlined by Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC)
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the change of the LLC Manager for OSJL Spirits doing business as Ocean State Job Lot and as outlined by Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC), Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Close the warrant for the November 15, 2022 Special Town Meeting
To close the warrant for the November 15, 2022 Special Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to close the warrant for the November 15, 2022 Special Town Meeting. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 1, number 1
To recommend Article 1, number 1
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 1, number 1. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 1, number 2
To recommend Article 1, number 2
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 1, number 2. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 1, number 3
To recommend Article 1, number 3
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 1, number 3. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 2 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 2
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 2. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 3 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 3
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 3. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 4 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 4
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 4. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned at town meeting for Article 5. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 6 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 6
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 6. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 7 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 7
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 7. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 8 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 8
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 8. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 9 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 9
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 9. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 10 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 10
The minutes give the count (4-0-1) but not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 10. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (4-0-1).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 11 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 11
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 11. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned at town meeting for Article 12. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 13 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 13
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 13. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed | unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 14 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 14
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 14. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Recommend Article 1 – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To recommend Article 1
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to recommend Article 1. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned at town meeting for Article 16. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0) Ms. Ellison recused herself.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Take executive session out of order
To take executive session out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to take executive session out of order. Mr. Silvia seconded the motion. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Go into executive session Pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A§ 21(a)(7) to obtain legal advice pursuant to Suffolk Construction v. DCAM, 449 Mass. 444 (2007) (Article 17 of the 11-55-22 STM) and then return to open session when comp
To go into executive session Pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A§ 21(a)(7) to obtain legal advice pursuant to Suffolk Construction v. DCAM, 449 Mass. 444 (2007) (Article 17 of the 11-55-22 STM) and then return to open session when complete
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to go into executive session Pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A§ 21(a)(7) to obtain legal advice pursuant to Suffolk Construction v. DCAM, 449 Mass. 444 (2007) (Article 17 of the 11-55-22 STM) and then return to open session when complete. Mr. Silvia seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Charles Murphy in favor, Keith Silvia in favor, Leon Correy in favor, Bob Espindola in favor, Stasia Powers in favor. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned for indefinite postponement on Article 17. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned indefinite postponement of Article 18. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned indefinite postponement of Article 19. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve the posting of the Special Town Meeting Warrant upon final review of each member
To approve the posting of the Special Town Meeting Warrant upon final review of each member
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the posting of the Special Town Meeting Warrant upon final review of each member. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve the Mason Proclamation in celebration of their 150" founding
To approve the Mason Proclamation in celebration of their 150" founding
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the Mason Proclamation in celebration of their 150" founding. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve a sufficient number of police officers, but not less than four (4), at the polling location (Rec Center, 227 Huttleston Ave) for the November 8, 2022 General Election, to preserve order and to protect the electio
To approve a sufficient number of police officers, but not less than four (4), at the polling location (Rec Center, 227 Huttleston Ave) for the November 8, 2022 General Election, to preserve order and to protect the election officers and supervisors from any interference with their duties, and to aid in enforcing the laws relating to elections, as required by Section 72 of MGL Chapter 54. Further, move to designate the Police Chief the authority to assign specific police officers according to scheduling and availability. The Town Clerk will advise the Police Chief on the location and time the officers are needed
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve a sufficient number of police officers, but not less than four (4), at the polling location (Rec Center, 227 Huttleston Ave) for the November 8, 2022 General Election, to preserve order and to protect the election officers and supervisors from any interference with their duties, and to aid in enforcing the laws relating to elections, as required by Section 72 of MGL Chapter 54. Further, move to designate the Police Chief the authority to assign specific police officers according to scheduling and availability. The Town Clerk will advise the Police Chief on the location and time the officers are needed. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve the list of poll workers provided by the Town Clerk in Appendix A
To approve the list of poll workers provided by the Town Clerk in Appendix A
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the list of poll workers provided by the Town Clerk in Appendix A. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Approve and authorize the Select Board to sign the warrant for the November 8, 2022 election as outlined by the Town Clerk
To approve and authorize the Select Board to sign the warrant for the November 8, 2022 election as outlined by the Town Clerk
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve and authorize the Select Board to sign the warrant for the November 8, 2022 election as outlined by the Town Clerk. Mr. Silvia seconded. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Adjourn – Ms. Powers opened the meeting at 6:30 pm. Ms. Powers acknowledged the Board is wearing pink in
To adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to adjourn. Mr. Silvia seconded the motion. Vote passed unanimously. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
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