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May 12, 2025
18 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Charles Murphy Sr., Andrew Romano, Natalie A. Mello, Keith Silvia, Andrew B. Saunders
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Collateral submitted by Ramadhuta, Inc., for the license currently held by ICJ Corp d/b/a Fairhaven Wine
Approve the Transfer of an Annual All Alcohol Retail Package Store License, Pledge of Inventory and Pledge of Collateral submitted by Ramadhuta, Inc., for the license currently held by ICJ Corp d/b/a Fairhaven Wine & Spi
To approve the Transfer of an Annual All Alcohol Retail Package Store License, Pledge of Inventory and Pledge of Collateral submitted by Ramadhuta, Inc., for the license currently held by ICJ Corp d/b/a Fairhaven Wine & Spirits at 105 Sconticut Neck Rd., Fairhaven, MA 02719
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve the Transfer of an Annual All Alcohol Retail Package Store License, Pledge of Inventory and Pledge of Collateral submitted by Ramadhuta, Inc., for the license currently held by ICJ Corp d/b/a Fairhaven Wine & Spirits at 105 Sconticut Neck Rd., Fairhaven, MA 02719. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Mello)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation where the chair declares that an open session would have a detrimental effect on the Town’s litigating posi
To enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation where the chair declares that an open session would have a detrimental effect on the Town’s litigating position (Fairhaven School Committee v. Fairhaven Zoning Board of Appeals, Land Court 25MISC000064); AND Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property where the chair declares that an open session would have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board; and G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, the Public Records Law, G.L. c. 4, s. 7(26) (Fairhaven Wind and privileged written legal opinion regarding same) AND to return to OPEN SESSION
Yes: Mello, Murphy, Romano, SilviaAbstained: Saunders
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation where the chair declares that an open session would have a detrimental effect on the Town’s litigating position (Fairhaven School Committee v. Fairhaven Zoning Board of Appeals, Land Court 25MISC000064); AND Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, … position of the Select Board; and G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, the Public Records Law, G.L. c. 4, s. 7(26) (Fairhaven Wind and privileged written legal opinion regarding same) AND to return to OPEN SESSION, Mr. Silvia seconded. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Saunders abstained, Ms. Mello, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Romano and Mr. Silvia in favor. The motion passed (4-0-1) Mr. Saunders abstained.” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
Select Board Statement to Town Board, Committee and Commission Members
Accept the Statement of Fairhaven Select Board to Town Board, Committees and Commissions (boards) and have it sent to all members of appointed and elected boards
To accept the Statement of Fairhaven Select Board to Town Board, Committees and Commissions (boards) and have it sent to all members of appointed and elected boards
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the Statement of Fairhaven Select Board to Town Board, Committees and Commissions (boards) and have it sent to all members of appointed and elected boards. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Meeting Law (OMI) complaint against the ZBA. He said his statements were not against the candidates and that
Appoint Ken Kendall to the Zoning Board of Appeals
To appoint Ken Kendall to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Yes: Saunders, SilviaNo: Mello, RomanoAbstained: Murphy
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr, Silvia motioned to appoint Ken Kendall to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr. Saunders seconded. The motion failed (2-2-1) Mr. Romano and Ms. Mello opposed and Mr. Murphy abstained.” (Motion: Silvia, second: Saunders)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Appoint Geoffrey Sullivan to the Zoning Board of Appeals
To appoint Geoffrey Sullivan to the Zoning Board of Appeals
Yes: Mello, Romano, SaundersNo: SilviaAbstained: Murphy
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to appoint Geoffrey Sullivan to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed (3-1-1) Mr. Silvia opposed and Mr. Murphy abstained.” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Collateral submitted by Ramadhuta, Inc., for the license currently held by ICJ Corp d/b/a Fairhaven Wine
Collateral submitted by Ramadhuta, Inc., for the license currently held by ICJ Corp d/b/a Fairhaven Wine
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned for the Town Administrator contact Holbrook about the dispatch contract details. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Mello)
Select Board Statement to Town Board, Committee and Commission Members
Select Board Statement to Town Board, Committee and Commission Members
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned for the Select Board to send a request to the Finance Committee to begin the process of auditing the dispatch center agreement with Holbrook to understand the financial deal. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned approve the Use of Town Hall Auditorium for the Millicent Library, Ievel Up! Magic Show on July 12, 2025 from 10:30-11:30AM with the fee for Town Hall rental waived. Ms. Mello seconded, The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the Use of Town Hall Auditorium for the Fairhaven Summer Art Gallery: Art Talk, July 18, 2025 from 7-9:00PM
To approve the Use of Town Hall Auditorium for the Fairhaven Summer Art Gallery: Art Talk, July 18, 2025 from 7-9:00PM
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the Use of Town Hall Auditorium for the Fairhaven Summer Art Gallery: Art Talk, July 18, 2025 from 7-9:00PM. Ms. Mello seconded. ‘Ihe motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the Special One-Day All Alcohol License for the Pride Event on June 22, 2025 from 4:00-7:30PM
To approve the Special One-Day All Alcohol License for the Pride Event on June 22, 2025 from 4:00-7:30PM
Yes: Mello, Murphy, Saunders, SilviaAbstained: Romano
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the Special One-Day All Alcohol License for the Pride Event on June 22, 2025 from 4:00-7:30PM. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed (4-0-1) Mr. Romano abstained.” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the Special One-Day All Alcohol Licenses for the Huttleston HarborFest, on the following dates: July 19, 2025, August 23, 2025 and September 20, 2025 from 11:00AM- 3:30PM
To approve the Special One-Day All Alcohol Licenses for the Huttleston HarborFest, on the following dates: July 19, 2025, August 23, 2025 and September 20, 2025 from 11:00AM- 3:30PM
Yes: Mello, Murphy, Romano, SaundersAbstained: Silvia
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the Special One-Day All Alcohol Licenses for the Huttleston HarborFest, on the following dates: July 19, 2025, August 23, 2025 and September 20, 2025 from 11:00AM- 3:30PM. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed (4-0-1) Mr. Silvia abstained.” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the request Flag/Banner Request from the Commission on Disability to hang the Disability Pride Flag during the month of July
To approve the request Flag/Banner Request from the Commission on Disability to hang the Disability Pride Flag during the month of July
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the request Flag/Banner Request from the Commission on Disability to hang the Disability Pride Flag during the month of July. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Collateral submitted by Ramadhuta, Inc., for the license currently held by ICJ Corp d/b/a Fairhaven Wine
Approve to approve the Conservation Restriction request from Buzzards Bay Coalition for the Camel Street Property - Sconticut Neck as outlined
To approve to approve the Conservation Restriction request from Buzzards Bay Coalition for the Camel Street Property - Sconticut Neck as outlined
Yes: Mello, Murphy, RomanoNo: Saunders, Silvia
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to approve to approve the Conservation Restriction request from Buzzards Bay Coalition for the Camel Street Property - Sconticut Neck as outlined. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed (3- 2-0) Mr. Saunders and Mr. Silvia opposed.” (Motion: Romano, second: Mello)
Select Board Statement to Town Board, Committee and Commission Members
File a home rule petition as authorized by Article 15, Annual Town Meeting, May 3, 2025
To file a home rule petition as authorized by Article 15, Annual Town Meeting, May 3, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to file a home rule petition as authorized by Article 15, Annual Town Meeting, May 3, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. ‘The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
File a home rule petition as authorized by Article 16, Annual Town Meeting, May 3, 2025
To file a home rule petition as authorized by Article 16, Annual Town Meeting, May 3, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to file a home rule petition as authorized by Article 16, Annual Town Meeting, May 3, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Appoint Andrew Romano as the elected representative for the SMMPO
To appoint Andrew Romano as the elected representative for the SMMPO
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to appoint Andrew Romano as the elected representative for the SMMPO. Ms. Mello seconded, The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Accept the open session minutes of April 14, 2025
To accept the open session minutes of April 14, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the open session minutes of April 14, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. ‘The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Accept the executive session minutes of Apri] 14, 2025
To accept the executive session minutes of Apri] 14, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the executive session minutes of Apri] 14, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
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