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October 15, 2024
20 recorded votes, 1 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 comment: Monica Letourneau of 35 Sconticut Neck Road addressed the Board. She said no plans were in
Enter Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) To conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; Town Administrator, and Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6) To consider the
To enter Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) To conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; Town Administrator, 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 to return to open session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to enter Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) To conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; Town Administrator, 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 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)
Appoint Alexandra Mitchell to the Cultural Council for a term through May, 2026
To appoint Alexandra Mitchell to the Cultural Council for a term through May, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to appoint Alexandra Mitchell to the Cultural Council for a term through May, 2026. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the support of the Fire Department, ambulance and emergency Fairhaven Select Board —October 15, 2024 — Open Session — Page | management on site for the event
To approve the support of the Fire Department, ambulance and emergency Fairhaven Select Board —October 15, 2024 — Open Session — Page | management on site for the event
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the support of the Fire Department, ambulance and emergency Fairhaven Select Board —October 15, 2024 — Open Session — Page | management on site for the event. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Eric Dawicki addressed the Board. He said he has been a board member of the Fairhaven Improvement Association
Approve the application for the use of the Town Hall Auditorium pending the payment of the outstanding invoices. Motion: Mr. Romano amended his motion to approve the application for the use of the Town Hall Auditorium pe
To approve the application for the use of the Town Hall Auditorium pending the payment of the outstanding invoices. Motion: Mr. Romano amended his motion to approve the application for the use of the Town Hall Auditorium pending the payment of the outstanding invoices, waiving the rental fee for December 14, 2024 at 5:30p.m
Yes: Murphy, Powers, Romano, SaundersAbstained: Silvia
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr, Romano motioned to approve the application for the use of the Town Hall Auditorium pending the payment of the outstanding invoices. Motion: Mr. Romano amended his motion to approve the application for the use of the Town Hall Auditorium pending the payment of the outstanding invoices, waiving the rental fee for December 14, 2024 at 5:30p.m. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed (4-0-1) Mr. Silvia abstained.” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Public comment: Monica Letourneau of 35 Sconticut Neck Road addressed the Board. She said no plans were in
Approve the application for Off Broadway School of Dance use of Town Hall Auditorium
To approve the application for Off Broadway School of Dance use of Town Hall Auditorium
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the application for Off Broadway School of Dance use of Town Hall Auditorium. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the joint Select Board and Finance Committee meeting minutes of September 18, 2024 with an amendment to reflect Mr. Murphy as present, 2024 Open Session minutes
To approve the joint Select Board and Finance Committee meeting minutes of September 18, 2024 with an amendment to reflect Mr. Murphy as present, 2024 Open Session minutes
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the joint Select Board and Finance Committee meeting minutes of September 18, 2024 with an amendment to reflect Mr. Murphy as present, 2024 Open Session minutes. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the September 23, 2024 Open Session minutes with an amendment on page three to the motion under Marine Resources to reflect the vote taken
To approve the September 23, 2024 Open Session minutes with an amendment on page three to the motion under Marine Resources to reflect the vote taken
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the September 23, 2024 Open Session minutes with an amendment on page three to the motion under Marine Resources to reflect the vote taken, Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the September 23, 2024 Lxecutive Session minutes
To approve the September 23, 2024 Lxecutive Session minutes
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the September 23, 2024 Lxecutive Session minutes. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Eric Dawicki addressed the Board. He said he has been a board member of the Fairhaven Improvement Association
Approve the September 30, 2024 Open Session minutes
To approve the September 30, 2024 Open Session minutes
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr, Romano motioned to approve the September 30, 2024 Open Session minutes. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Public comment: Monica Letourneau of 35 Sconticut Neck Road addressed the Board. She said no plans were in
Ratify the Chief of Police contract
To ratify the Chief of Police contract
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to ratify the Chief of Police contract. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the Access to Counsel protocols as written
To approve the Access to Counsel protocols as written
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the Access to Counsel protocols as written. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Recommend At Town Meeting for Article 1
To recommend At Town Meeting for Article 1
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to recommend At Town Meeting for Article 1. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Recommend Adoption for Article 2
To recommend Adoption for Article 2
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to recommend Adoption for Article 2. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Recommend Adoption for Article 6
To recommend Adoption for Article 6
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to recommend Adoption for Article 6, Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Recommend Adoption for Article 14
To recommend Adoption for Article 14
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to recommend Adoption for Article 14. Mr, Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Rescind their prior vote to recommend Adoption for Article 13
To rescind their prior vote to recommend Adoption for Article 13
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to rescind their prior vote to recommend Adoption for Article 13. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Recommend At Town Meeting for Article 13
To recommend At Town Meeting for Article 13
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to recommend At Town Meeting for Article 13. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Close the Special Town Meeting Warrant
To close the Special Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to close the Special Town Meeting Warrant. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve the Warrant for the State General Election, November 5, 2024
To approve the Warrant for the State General Election, November 5, 2024
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the Warrant for the State General Election, November 5, 2024. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
Approve a sufficient number of police officers, but not less than four (4), al the polling location (Recreation Center, 227 Huttleston Avenue) for the November 5, 2024 State Election, to preserve order, and to protect th
To approve a sufficient number of police officers, but not less than four (4), al the polling location (Recreation Center, 227 Huttleston Avenue) for the November 5, 2024 State Election, 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. And, 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 with the recommendation from the Select Board to have one officer stationed at the entrance where people hold signs
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve a sufficient number of police officers, but not less than four (4), al the polling location (Recreation Center, 227 Huttleston Avenue) for the November 5, 2024 State Election, 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. And, 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 with the recommendation from the Select Board to have one officer stationed at the entrance where people hold signs. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Saunders)
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