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November 6, 2023
16 recorded votes, 1 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
Mr. Correy wished Mr. Murphy Happy Birthday
Enter into Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section(s) 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation (Rasputin Tavern) and return to open session
To enter into Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section(s) 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation (Rasputin Tavern) and return to open session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L., Chapter 30A, Section(s) 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation (Rasputin Tavern) and return to open session. Ms. Powers seconded. Roll Call Vote, Mr. Espindola in favor, Ms. Powers in favor, Mr. Murphy in favor, Mr. Silvia in favor and Mr. Correy in favor. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Take Action Items D1, D2 and D3 out of order
To take Action Items D1, D2 and D3 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to take Action Items D1, D2 and D3 out of order. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Take Action Item E2 out of order
To take Action Item E2 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to take Action Item E2 out of order. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
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Appoint Nicole Pacheco to the School Committee through April 2024
To appoint Nicole Pacheco to the School Committee through April 2024
No: Correy, Powers, SilviaJoint vote with another board; the count includes both boards. Only Select Board members are shown.
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Monroe motioned to appoint Nicole Pacheco to the School Committee through April 2024. Mr. Veitch seconded. The motion passed (6-4-0) Mr. Correy, Ms. Powers, Mr. Silvia and Mr. Andersen opposed.”
Mr. Correy wished Mr. Murphy Happy Birthday
Take Action Item D4 out of order
To take Action Item D4 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to take Action Item D4 out of order. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Approve the street signs as described by the police department
To approve the street signs as described by the police department
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the street signs as described by the police department. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Take agenda items under section D out of order in whatever order is necessary
To take agenda items under section D out of order in whatever order is necessary
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to take agenda items under section D out of order in whatever order is necessary. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Appoint Beth Ann Gallagher and John Walker to the Cultural Council for a term to end May 2026
To appoint Beth Ann Gallagher and John Walker to the Cultural Council for a term to end May 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to appoint Beth Ann Gallagher and John Walker to the Cultural Council for a term to end May 2026. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Appoint Meredith Lodge Smith to the Millicent Library Trustee for aterm to end May 2027
To appoint Meredith Lodge Smith to the Millicent Library Trustee for aterm to end May 2027
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to appoint Meredith Lodge Smith to the Millicent Library Trustee for aterm to end May 2027. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Accept and rename the Bikeway Committee to the Fairhaven Livable Streets Committee and to accept the charge as written
To accept and rename the Bikeway Committee to the Fairhaven Livable Streets Committee and to accept the charge as written
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept and rename the Bikeway Committee to the Fairhaven Livable Streets Committee and to accept the charge as written. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Approve the change in Paul’s Sports Corner, Inc. Director from Nancy Gordon to Michael Landry
To approve the change in Paul’s Sports Corner, Inc. Director from Nancy Gordon to Michael Landry
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the change in Paul’s Sports Corner, Inc. Director from Nancy Gordon to Michael Landry. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Approve the Select board meeting dates in 2024 to be the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, and if the date falls on a holiday it will be the Tuesday
To approve the Select board meeting dates in 2024 to be the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, and if the date falls on a holiday it will be the Tuesday
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the Select board meeting dates in 2024 to be the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, and if the date falls on a holiday it will be the Tuesday. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Table this item from Executive Session
To table this item from Executive Session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to table this item from Executive Session. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Dedicate the garden at the Animal Shelter to Brittany Tavares, a longtime resident and volunteer
To dedicate the garden at the Animal Shelter to Brittany Tavares, a longtime resident and volunteer
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to dedicate the garden at the Animal Shelter to Brittany Tavares, a longtime resident and volunteer. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Accept the October 23, 2023 Open Session minutes
To accept the October 23, 2023 Open Session minutes
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the October 23, 2023 Open Session minutes. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Accept the October 23, 2023 Executive Session minutes
To accept the October 23, 2023 Executive Session minutes
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the October 23, 2023 Executive Session minutes. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
From the Fairhaven Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town website. We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Member photos: candidates’ own submitted photos, published by Fairhaven Neighborhood News (2021, 2024, 2025 and 2026 candidate statements). Other former members show initials.
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