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July 17, 2023
14 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Leon Correy, Robert Espindola, Keith Silvia, Charles Murphy Sr.
Absent: Stasia Powers
Every vote, in order
Not Present: Clerk Stasia Powers
Enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 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 positio
To enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 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 (New England Preservation and Development, LLC/Mayo v. Fairhaven) and to return to Open Session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 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 (New England Preservation and Development, LLC/Mayo v. Fairhaven) and to return to Open Session. Mr. Silvia seconded. Roll Call vote, Mr. Espindola in favor, Mr. Murphy in favor Mr. Silvia in favor and Mr. Correy in favor. The motion passed (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Accept the minutes of June 5, 2023, Open Session. Seconded by Mr. Silvia
To accept the minutes of June 5, 2023, Open Session. Seconded by Mr. Silvia
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the minutes of June 5, 2023, Open Session. Seconded by Mr. Silvia. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola)
Approve the concept presented
To approve the concept presented
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the concept presented. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Take Action items E2 and E4 out of order
To take Action items E2 and E4 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to take Action items E2 and E4 out of order. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve the Special three-day liquor license for the Our Lady of Angels Catholic Association Feast to be held on September 2-4, 2023 as outlined in the application with the addition of two detail officers during the hour
To approve the Special three-day liquor license for the Our Lady of Angels Catholic Association Feast to be held on September 2-4, 2023 as outlined in the application with the addition of two detail officers during the hours stated
Yes: Correy, Espindola, SilviaAbstained: Murphy
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the Special three-day liquor license for the Our Lady of Angels Catholic Association Feast to be held on September 2-4, 2023 as outlined in the application with the addition of two detail officers during the hours stated. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed (3-0- 1) Mr. Espindola, Mr. Correy and Mr. Silvia in favor and Mr. Murphy abstained.” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve the use of Town roads for an event request for the Conrad Roy III 5K on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 9:00 to 11:00a.m. as outlined in the application and with the approval of public safety
To approve the use of Town roads for an event request for the Conrad Roy III 5K on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 9:00 to 11:00a.m. as outlined in the application and with the approval of public safety
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the use of Town roads for an event request for the Conrad Roy III 5K on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 9:00 to 11:00a.m. as outlined in the application and with the approval of public safety. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve the appointment of Richard George Martin to the Historical Commission for a term to expire May 2024
To approve the appointment of Richard George Martin to the Historical Commission for a term to expire May 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the appointment of Richard George Martin to the Historical Commission for a term to expire May 2024. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve the change of corporate name from C&F Property Development LLC toGene’s Famous Seafood Inc., doing business as Gene’s Famous Seafood and to change the corporate structure from an LLC to a Corporation
To approve the change of corporate name from C&F Property Development LLC toGene’s Famous Seafood Inc., doing business as Gene’s Famous Seafood and to change the corporate structure from an LLC to a Corporation
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the change of corporate name from C&F Property Development LLC toGene’s Famous Seafood Inc., doing business as Gene’s Famous Seafood and to change the corporate structure from an LLC to a Corporation. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve the pledge of collateral for Mike’s Restaurant to be pledged to Bay Coast Bank
To approve the pledge of collateral for Mike’s Restaurant to be pledged to Bay Coast Bank
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the pledge of collateral for Mike’s Restaurant to be pledged to Bay Coast Bank. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Take Action item E8 out of order
To take Action item E8 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to take Action item E8 out of order. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Set and call a Special Town Meeting to November 14, 2023
To set and call a Special Town Meeting to November 14, 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to set and call a Special Town Meeting to November 14, 2023. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve the appropriation of ARPA funds as listed (Attachment F) with the exception of the School Playground Resurfacing for $300,000
To approve the appropriation of ARPA funds as listed (Attachment F) with the exception of the School Playground Resurfacing for $300,000
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the appropriation of ARPA funds as listed (Attachment F) with the exception of the School Playground Resurfacing for $300,000. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Mr. Espindola exited the Banquet Room
Approve the appropriation of the ARPA funds for the Playground Resurfacing Schools for $300,000
To approve the appropriation of the ARPA funds for the Playground Resurfacing Schools for $300,000
Yes: Correy, Murphy, SilviaAbstained: Espindola
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Murphy motioned to approve the appropriation of the ARPA funds for the Playground Resurfacing Schools for $300,000. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed (3-0-1) Mr. Murphy, Mr. Silvia and Mr. Correy in favor and Mr. Espindola abstained.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Silvia)
Not Present: Clerk Stasia Powers
Approve the Surplus Policy as written
To approve the Surplus Policy as written
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the Surplus Policy as written. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
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