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August 19, 2024
19 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Stasia Powers, Charles Murphy Sr., Andrew B. Saunders, Keith Silvia, Andrew Romano
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
PUBLIC HEARING: EVERSOURCE PETITION 15242818
Approve petition 15242818 to relocate JO pole 141/2 approximately 10° (feet) cast of existing pole 141/2, Jesse Street
To approve petition 15242818 to relocate JO pole 141/2 approximately 10° (feet) cast of existing pole 141/2, Jesse Street
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve petition 15242818 to relocate JO pole 141/2 approximately 10° (feet) cast of existing pole 141/2, Jesse Street. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve petition 17319354 to relocate one (1) JO pole 380/3 approximately 66° (feet) northwest of existing location, Arsene Street
To approve petition 17319354 to relocate one (1) JO pole 380/3 approximately 66° (feet) northwest of existing location, Arsene Street
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve petition 17319354 to relocate one (1) JO pole 380/3 approximately 66° (feet) northwest of existing location, Arsene Street. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Take items D3 and D4 out of order
To take items D3 and D4 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to take items D3 and D4 out of order. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Appointment to Community Preservation Committee
Appoint Jeffrey Lucas to the Community Preservation Committee for a term to end May, 2026
To appoint Jeffrey Lucas to the Community Preservation Committee for a term to end May, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr, Romano motioned to appoint Jeffrey Lucas to the Community Preservation Committee for a term to end May, 2026. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
PUBLIC HEARING: EVERSOURCE PETITION 15242818
Enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(10) To discuss trade secrets or confidential, competitively-sensitive or other proprietary information provided: Municipal Light Plant; and Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A
To enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(10) To discuss trade secrets or confidential, competitively-sensitive or other proprietary information provided: Municipal Light Plant; and Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6) To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body: 121 Main Street, and Seaport Inn/Bridge St. Landing area lease and to return to Open Session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to enter Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(10) To discuss trade secrets or confidential, competitively-sensitive or other proprietary information provided: Municipal Light Plant; and Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6) To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body: 121 Main Street, and Seaport Inn/Bridge St. Landing area lease and to return to Open Session. Mr. Saunders seconded. Roll Call Vote, Mr. Romano in favor, Mr. Saunders in favor, Ms. Powers in favor, Mr. Murphy in favor and Mr, Silvia in favor. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the 2024 Turkey Trot on November 28, 2024
To approve the 2024 Turkey Trot on November 28, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the 2024 Turkey Trot on November 28, 2024. Mr. Saunders seconded, The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the Matthew Rodriquez 5K on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 9:00a.m
To approve the Matthew Rodriquez 5K on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 9:00a.m
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the Matthew Rodriquez 5K on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 9:00a.m. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Appoint Elisha Marie Sechrist to the Buzzards Bay Water Quality Working Group
To appoint Elisha Marie Sechrist to the Buzzards Bay Water Quality Working Group
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to appoint Elisha Marie Sechrist to the Buzzards Bay Water Quality Working Group. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Appoint Kelly Camara to the Buzzards Bay Water Quality Working Group
To appoint Kelly Camara to the Buzzards Bay Water Quality Working Group
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to appoint Kelly Camara to the Buzzards Bay Water Quality Working Group. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the July 30, 2024 Open Session minutes
To approve the July 30, 2024 Open Session minutes
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the July 30, 2024 Open Session minutes. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the July 30, 2024 Executive Session minutes
To approve the July 30, 2024 Executive Session minutes
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the July 30, 2024 Executive Session minutes. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the new Select Board fee schedule as presented
To approve the new Select Board fee schedule as presented
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the new Select Board fee schedule as presented. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the Special Beer and Wine License for Food Truck Night September 20, 2024, rain date September 27, 2024
To approve the Special Beer and Wine License for Food Truck Night September 20, 2024, rain date September 27, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the Special Beer and Wine License for Food Truck Night September 20, 2024, rain date September 27, 2024. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the draft letter to be sent to Mr. Jeffrey Stieb, Senior Bridge Management Specialist, First Coast Guard District
To approve the draft letter to be sent to Mr. Jeffrey Stieb, Senior Bridge Management Specialist, First Coast Guard District
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the draft letter to be sent to Mr. Jeffrey Stieb, Senior Bridge Management Specialist, First Coast Guard District. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Surplus the items list for 2024 with the amendment to the picture frames
To surplus the items list for 2024 with the amendment to the picture frames
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to surplus the items list for 2024 with the amendment to the picture frames. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the creation of a gift account for the July 4" Celebration
To approve the creation of a gift account for the July 4" Celebration
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the creation of a gift account for the July 4" Celebration. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the Election Warrant for State Primaries on September 3, 2024
To approve the Election Warrant for State Primaries on September 3, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the Election Warrant for State Primaries on September 3, 2024. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve Poll Workers for elections: Christine Alfonse, Brian Billiter, Lisa Billiter, Maria Branco, Elaine Burgo, Maria Carvalho, Linda Chevalier, Bernadette Costa, Joseph Desrosiers, George Diggle, Nancy Dunlop, Jodi Du
To approve Poll Workers for elections: Christine Alfonse, Brian Billiter, Lisa Billiter, Maria Branco, Elaine Burgo, Maria Carvalho, Linda Chevalier, Bernadette Costa, Joseph Desrosiers, George Diggle, Nancy Dunlop, Jodi Duval, Anne Ellis, Carole Fauteux, Dennis Gallant, Sr., Paula Gober, Dennis Mattos, Angelica Medeiros, Mark Medeiros, Cathy Melanson, Claire Millette, Kim Mimoso, Patricia Miner, Lisa Moniz, Katherine Monroe, Sara Neto-Kalife, Manuel Rapoza, Susan Roderiques, Cynthia Ross, David Ross, Donna Ross, Nancy Parent, Pauline Parker, Margaret Souza, Nanette Spoor, Joanne St. Amand, Genevieve Suman, Rebecca Suprenant, Joseph Sylvia, Linda Therrien, Michael Thomas and Ronald Vatiquette
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve Poll Workers for elections: Christine Alfonse, Brian Billiter, Lisa Billiter, Maria Branco, Elaine Burgo, Maria Carvalho, Linda Chevalier, Bernadette Costa, Joseph Desrosiers, George Diggle, Nancy Dunlop, Jodi Duval, Anne Ellis, Carole Fauteux, Dennis Gallant, Sr., Paula Gober, Dennis Mattos, Angelica Medeiros, Mark Medeiros, Cathy Melanson, Claire Millette, Kim Mimoso, Patricia Miner, Lisa Moniz, Katherine Monroe, Sara Neto-Kalife, Manuel Rapoza, Susan Roderiques, Cynthia Ross, David Ross, Donna Ross, Nancy Parent, Pauline Parker, Margaret Souza, Nanette Spoor, Joanne St. Amand, Genevieve Suman, Rebecca Suprenant, Joseph Sylvia, Linda Therrien, Michael Thomas and Ronald Vatiquette. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Appointment to Community Preservation Committee
Approve a sufficient number of police officers, but not less than three (3), at the polling location (Recreation Center, 227 Huttleston Avenue} for the September 3, 2024 State Primary, to preserve order, and to protect t
To approve a sufficient number of police officers, but not less than three (3), at the polling location (Recreation Center, 227 Huttleston Avenue} for the September 3, 2024 State Primary, to preserve order, and to protect the election officers and supervisors from any interference with their duties, and to aid in enforcing the laws relating to elections, as required by Section 72 of MGL Chapter 54. Further, move to designate the Police Chief the authority to assign specific police officers according to scheduling and availability. The Town Clerk will advise the Police Chief on the location and time the officers are needed
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr, Romano motioned to approve a sufficient number of police officers, but not less than three (3), at the polling location (Recreation Center, 227 Huttleston Avenue} for the September 3, 2024 State Primary, to preserve order, and to protect the election officers and supervisors from any interference with their duties, and to aid in enforcing the laws relating to elections, as required by Section 72 of MGL Chapter 54. Further, move to designate the Police Chief the authority to assign specific police officers according to scheduling and availability. The Town Clerk will advise the Police Chief on the location and time the officers are needed. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
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