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March 11, 2024
14 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
Silvia, Select Board member Robert Espindola and Town Administrator Angie Lopes Ellison
Take items C1 and C5 out of order
To take items C1 and C5 out of order
Yes: Correy, Espindola, Murphy, Powers, Silvia
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to take items C1 and C5 out of order. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0) Mr. Correy recused himself.” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Authorize Labor Counsel Clifford & Kenny to hire a third party entity to conduct an investigation as outlined
To authorize Labor Counsel Clifford & Kenny to hire a third party entity to conduct an investigation as outlined
Yes: Espindola, Murphy, Powers, SilviaAbstained: Correy
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to authorize Labor Counsel Clifford & Kenny to hire a third party entity to conduct an investigation as outlined. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed (4-0-1) Mr. Correy abstained.” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Grant Blue Stream Shellfish, LLC and John Mills each a five-year Aquaculture License as written and recommended by the Marine Resource Committee
To grant Blue Stream Shellfish, LLC and John Mills each a five-year Aquaculture License as written and recommended by the Marine Resource Committee
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to grant Blue Stream Shellfish, LLC and John Mills each a five-year Aquaculture License as written and recommended by the Marine Resource Committee. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Accept the minutes of February 21, 2024 joint Select Board and Finance Committee meeting
To accept the minutes of February 21, 2024 joint Select Board and Finance Committee meeting
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the minutes of February 21, 2024 joint Select Board and Finance Committee meeting. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Accept the minutes of February 26, 2024 as amended
To accept the minutes of February 26, 2024 as amended
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the minutes of February 26, 2024 as amended. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Accept the minutes of February 26, 2024, Executive Session
To accept the minutes of February 26, 2024, Executive Session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the minutes of February 26, 2024, Executive Session. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Recognize and present to Claire A. Carter a life achievement certificate and wish her a happy 100th birthday
To recognize and present to Claire A. Carter a life achievement certificate and wish her a happy 100th birthday
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to recognize and present to Claire A. Carter a life achievement certificate and wish her a happy 100th birthday. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Accept the minutes of February 26, 2024, Executive Session
To accept the minutes of February 26, 2024, Executive Session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to accept the minutes of February 26, 2024, Executive Session. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Appoint Krystal Lunn to the Commission on Disability for a term through May, 2024 and thereafter to a term that will end May, 2027
To appoint Krystal Lunn to the Commission on Disability for a term through May, 2024 and thereafter to a term that will end May, 2027
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to appoint Krystal Lunn to the Commission on Disability for a term through May, 2024 and thereafter to a term that will end May, 2027. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Appoint Alyssa Botelho to the Lagoa Friendship Pact Committee for a term through May, 2024 and thereafter to a term that will end May, 2025
To appoint Alyssa Botelho to the Lagoa Friendship Pact Committee for a term through May, 2024 and thereafter to a term that will end May, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to appoint Alyssa Botelho to the Lagoa Friendship Pact Committee for a term through May, 2024 and thereafter to a term that will end May, 2025. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Approve the Nemasket Group 11 Annual SK Walk/Run on May 4, 2024 as outlined in the proposal, contingent upon approval of Police, Fire and Public Works and to be signed by the Chair of the Select Board
To approve the Nemasket Group 11 Annual SK Walk/Run on May 4, 2024 as outlined in the proposal, contingent upon approval of Police, Fire and Public Works and to be signed by the Chair of the Select Board
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the Nemasket Group 11 Annual SK Walk/Run on May 4, 2024 as outlined in the proposal, contingent upon approval of Police, Fire and Public Works and to be signed by the Chair of the Select Board. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Approve the use of the Town Hall Auditorium on May 22, 2024 by Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars as outlined in the application at the non-profit rate and custodial fees
To approve the use of the Town Hall Auditorium on May 22, 2024 by Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars as outlined in the application at the non-profit rate and custodial fees
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the use of the Town Hall Auditorium on May 22, 2024 by Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars as outlined in the application at the non-profit rate and custodial fees. Ms. Powers seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Espindola, second: Powers)
Approve the April 1, 2024 Annual Town Election Warrant as described by the Town Clerk
To approve the April 1, 2024 Annual Town Election Warrant as described by the Town Clerk
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Espindola motioned to approve the April 1, 2024 Annual Town Election Warrant as described by the Town Clerk. 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 litigating po
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 litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares (Review Pending Litigation Cases) and not 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 litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares (Review Pending Litigation Cases) and not 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)
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