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January 22, 2024
9 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Leon Correy, Robert Espindola, Keith Silvia
Absent: Stasia Powers, Charles Murphy Sr.
Every vote, in order
A Moment of Silence was observed for Dexter Scott King
Take Action Item B1 out of order
To take Action Item B1 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to take Action Item B1 out of order. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve and graciously thank and submit this proclamation to the many organizations, agencies and staff who worked diligently with and for the migrant and unsheltered families as read
To approve and graciously thank and submit this proclamation to the many organizations, agencies and staff who worked diligently with and for the migrant and unsheltered families as read
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve and graciously thank and submit this proclamation to the many organizations, agencies and staff who worked diligently with and for the migrant and unsheltered families as read. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Appoint Amy Goyer as an Associate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to end May, 2025
To appoint Amy Goyer as an Associate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to end May, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to appoint Amy Goyer as an Associate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to end May, 2025. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve the 11 Annual West Island 5K Run/Walk to be held on April 21, 2024 and to allow free parking at Hoppy’s Landing for said event as outlined in the proposal pending approval by Police, Fire and Public Works
To approve the 11 Annual West Island 5K Run/Walk to be held on April 21, 2024 and to allow free parking at Hoppy’s Landing for said event as outlined in the proposal pending approval by Police, Fire and Public Works
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the 11 Annual West Island 5K Run/Walk to be held on April 21, 2024 and to allow free parking at Hoppy’s Landing for said event as outlined in the proposal pending approval by Police, Fire and Public Works. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve the use of Town Hall Auditorium for the New Bedford Ballet on March 9% and 10%, 2024 as written in the application
To approve the use of Town Hall Auditorium for the New Bedford Ballet on March 9% and 10%, 2024 as written in the application
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the use of Town Hall Auditorium for the New Bedford Ballet on March 9% and 10%, 2024 as written in the application. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Set and call the Fairhaven Annual Town Meeting on May 4, 2024 at 9:00 a.m
To set and call the Fairhaven Annual Town Meeting on May 4, 2024 at 9:00 a.m
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to set and call the Fairhaven Annual Town Meeting on May 4, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Appoint Ms. Powers if she accepts, to write and review the Select Board Annual Town Report for approval of the Board
To appoint Ms. Powers if she accepts, to write and review the Select Board Annual Town Report for approval of the Board
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to appoint Ms. Powers if she accepts, to write and review the Select Board Annual Town Report for approval of the Board. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve the Financial Policy Review Committee charge and mission statement as written
To approve the Financial Policy Review Committee charge and mission statement as written
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the Financial Policy Review Committee charge and mission statement as written. Mr, Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
Approve the recommended changes to the Economic Development Committee charge and mission statement as written
To approve the recommended changes to the Economic Development Committee charge and mission statement as written
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the recommended changes to the Economic Development Committee charge and mission statement as written. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Silvia)
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