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November 20, 2023
14 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
No public comment received
Approve the Eversource Installation of conduit at 14 Nelson Ave for existing pole 179/10 to customers’ new handpole 179/H10as presented
To approve the Eversource Installation of conduit at 14 Nelson Ave for existing pole 179/10 to customers’ new handpole 179/H10as presented
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the Eversource Installation of conduit at 14 Nelson Ave for existing pole 179/10 to customers’ new handpole 179/H10as presented. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Take Ei and E2 out of order
To take Ei and E2 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to take Ei and E2 out of order. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Enter into 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 litigation posit
To enter into 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 litigation position of the public body and the chair so declares (Rasputin’s Tavern) and to return to open session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to enter into 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 litigation position of the public body and the chair so declares (Rasputin’s Tavern) and to 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 item E3 (Rasputin’s Tavern) out of order
To take item E3 (Rasputin’s Tavern) out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to take item E3 (Rasputin’s Tavern) out of order. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Accept the meeting minutes of the October 30, 2023- joint meeting with the Finance Committee
To accept the meeting minutes of the October 30, 2023- joint meeting with the Finance Committee
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the meeting minutes of the October 30, 2023- joint meeting with the Finance Committee. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Accept the meeting minutes of the November 6, 2023- Open Session
To accept the meeting minutes of the November 6, 2023- Open Session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the meeting minutes of the November 6, 2023- Open Session. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Accept the meeting minutes of the November 6, 2023- Executive Session
To accept the meeting minutes of the November 6, 2023- Executive Session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the meeting minutes of the November 6, 2023- Executive Session. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Appoint Andrew Romano as a full member of the ZBA for a term to end May, 2025
To appoint Andrew Romano as a full member of the ZBA for a term to end May, 2025
Yes: Correy, Espindola, MurphyNo: SilviaAbstained: Powers
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to appoint Andrew Romano as a full member of the ZBA for a term to end May, 2025. Mr. Murphy seconded. The motion passed (3-1-1) Mr. Silvia opposed Ms. Powers abstained.” (Motion: Espindola, second: Murphy)
Accept the right of refusal for the parcels at lot 27 and 28 on Sconticut Road
To accept the right of refusal for the parcels at lot 27 and 28 on Sconticut Road
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the right of refusal for the parcels at lot 27 and 28 on Sconticut Road. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Approve the Conservation Restriction Assignment at Douglas Farm located at 1 Douglas Drive; Sconticut Neck as approved by the conservation commission on November 6, 2023 with an amendment to work with Town Counsel if nee
To approve the Conservation Restriction Assignment at Douglas Farm located at 1 Douglas Drive; Sconticut Neck as approved by the conservation commission on November 6, 2023 with an amendment to work with Town Counsel if needed
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the Conservation Restriction Assignment at Douglas Farm located at 1 Douglas Drive; Sconticut Neck as approved by the conservation commission on November 6, 2023 with an amendment to work with Town Counsel if needed. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Approve the use of the Town Hall by the Fairhaven Improvement Association on December 9, 20323 at 6 p.m
To approve the use of the Town Hall by the Fairhaven Improvement Association on December 9, 20323 at 6 p.m
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the use of the Town Hall by the Fairhaven Improvement Association on December 9, 20323 at 6 p.m. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Approve and support the Polar Plunge at Fort Phoenix on Sunday January 1, 2024 at 10 a.m
To approve and support the Polar Plunge at Fort Phoenix on Sunday January 1, 2024 at 10 a.m
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve and support the Polar Plunge at Fort Phoenix on Sunday January 1, 2024 at 10 a.m. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Approve the Town Dedication Policy as written and to take effect November 27, 2023
To approve the Town Dedication Policy as written and to take effect November 27, 2023
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the Town Dedication Policy as written and to take effect November 27, 2023. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Financial Policy Review Committee: Select Board Appointment
Appoint Mr. Murphy to the Financial Policy Review Committee
To appoint Mr. Murphy to the Financial Policy Review Committee
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Powers made a motion to appoint Mr. Murphy to the Financial Policy Review Committee. Mr. Espindola seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Powers, second: Espindola)
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