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June 9, 2025
19 recorded votes, 7 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
Mr. Murphy opened the public hearing at 6:33pm and read the notice. Applicant Adam Rogers addressed the Board
Approve the All Alcohol license, for Southcoast Pickleball LLC of 4 David Drown Blvd
To approve the All Alcohol license, for Southcoast Pickleball LLC of 4 David Drown Blvd
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the All Alcohol license, for Southcoast Pickleball LLC of 4 David Drown Blvd. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(1) To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipl
To enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(1) To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual. (Natalie A. Mello, Jessica Fidalgo) AND to return to OPEN SESSION
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(1) To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual. (Natalie A. Mello, Jessica Fidalgo) AND to return to OPEN SESSION. Mr. Romano seconded. Rol] Call Vote: Mr. Saunders, Ms. Mello, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Romano and Mr. Silvia in favor. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Mr. Murphy opened the public hearing at 6:33pm and read the notice. Applicant Adam Rogers addressed the Board
Approve the Special One-Day All Alcohol License Huttleston Harborfest, June 21, 2025, | 1am-3:30pm and 7-9:30pm
To approve the Special One-Day All Alcohol License Huttleston Harborfest, June 21, 2025, | 1am-3:30pm and 7-9:30pm
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the Special One-Day All Alcohol License Huttleston Harborfest, June 21, 2025, | 1am-3:30pm and 7-9:30pm. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the Special One-Day Beer and Wine License: “A Night at the Library,” July 11, 2025, 7-9pm
To approve the Special One-Day Beer and Wine License: “A Night at the Library,” July 11, 2025, 7-9pm
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the Special One-Day Beer and Wine License: “A Night at the Library,” July 11, 2025, 7-9pm. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Accept the gift in perpetuity of the 1814 “Nimrod Cannon” from the New Bedford Whaling Museum
To accept the gift in perpetuity of the 1814 “Nimrod Cannon” from the New Bedford Whaling Museum
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the gift in perpetuity of the 1814 “Nimrod Cannon” from the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Ms, Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the temporary strcet closure for the North Fairhaven Improvement Association Music Night on July 13, 2025
To approve the temporary strcet closure for the North Fairhaven Improvement Association Music Night on July 13, 2025
Yes: Mello, Murphy, Saunders, SilviaAbstained: Romano
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the temporary strcet closure for the North Fairhaven Improvement Association Music Night on July 13, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded, The motion passed (4-0-1) Mr. Romano abstained.” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the temporary street closure for the North Fairhaven Improvement Association Holiday Lighting on December 5, 2025
To approve the temporary street closure for the North Fairhaven Improvement Association Holiday Lighting on December 5, 2025
Yes: Mello, Murphy, Saunders, SilviaAbstained: Romano
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the temporary street closure for the North Fairhaven Improvement Association Holiday Lighting on December 5, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed (4-0-1) Mr. Romano abstained.” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the Event Procession application for Our Lady of Angels for August 30, 2025 and September 1, 2025
To approve the Event Procession application for Our Lady of Angels for August 30, 2025 and September 1, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the Event Procession application for Our Lady of Angels for August 30, 2025 and September 1, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Appoint Michelle Potter to the Marine Resources Committee for a term through May, 2026
To appoint Michelle Potter to the Marine Resources Committee for a term through May, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to appoint Michelle Potter to the Marine Resources Committee for a term through May, 2026. Ms. Melio seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Appoint Jessica Fidalgo to the Belonging Committee for a term through May, 2026
To appoint Jessica Fidalgo to the Belonging Committee for a term through May, 2026
Yes: Mello, Murphy, Romano, SilviaAbstained: Saunders
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to appoint Jessica Fidalgo to the Belonging Committee for a term through May, 2026. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed (4-0-1) Mr. Saunders abstained.” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Mr. Murphy opened the public hearing at 6:33pm and read the notice. Applicant Adam Rogers addressed the Board
Take item D4 out of order
To take item D4 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to take item D4 out of order, Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Accept the conflict of interest disclosure filed by Wendy Drumm regarding 17 Turner Avenue under sections 19 and 23
To accept the conflict of interest disclosure filed by Wendy Drumm regarding 17 Turner Avenue under sections 19 and 23
Yes: Mello, Murphy, Saunders, SilviaNo: Romano
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the conflict of interest disclosure filed by Wendy Drumm regarding 17 Turner Avenue under sections 19 and 23. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed (4-1-0) Mr. Romano opposed.” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
He added that BBC had to buy the Jenny Farm and will grant the deed to the new farmer; the USDA will pay
Approve the Wide Marsh Farm Conservation Restriction application
To approve the Wide Marsh Farm Conservation Restriction application
Yes: Mello, Murphy, RomanoNo: Saunders, Silvia
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms, Mello motioned to approve the Wide Marsh Farm Conservation Restriction application. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed (3-2-0) Mr, Silvia and Mr. Saunders opposed.” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Approve the Viveiros Field Conservation Restriction application
To approve the Viveiros Field Conservation Restriction application
Yes: Mello, Murphy, RomanoNo: Saunders, Silvia
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms, Mello motioned to approve the Viveiros Field Conservation Restriction application. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed (3-2-0) Mr. Silvia and Mr. Saunders opposed.” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Mr. Murphy opened the public hearing at 6:33pm and read the notice. Applicant Adam Rogers addressed the Board
Authorize the Acting Town Administrator to sign contracts on behalf of the Town with Resource Lighting and Energy for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Town Properties, contingent upon Town Counsel review and any nec
To authorize the Acting Town Administrator to sign contracts on behalf of the Town with Resource Lighting and Energy for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Town Properties, contingent upon Town Counsel review and any necessary amendments to the contracts
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to authorize the Acting Town Administrator to sign contracts on behalf of the Town with Resource Lighting and Energy for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Town Properties, contingent upon Town Counsel review and any necessary amendments to the contracts. Ms. Mello seconded, The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Create the Atlas Tack Working Group as outlined with five appointed members
To create the Atlas Tack Working Group as outlined with five appointed members
Yes: Murphy, Saunders, SilviaNo: Mello, Romano
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to create the Atlas Tack Working Group as outlined with five appointed members. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed (3-2-0) Mr. Romano and Ms. Mello opposed.” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Select Board Summer Meeting Schedule
Keep the Select Board Meeting Schedule as is on the second and fourth Monday
To keep the Select Board Meeting Schedule as is on the second and fourth Monday
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to keep the Select Board Meeting Schedule as is on the second and fourth Monday. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Mello)
Mr. Murphy opened the public hearing at 6:33pm and read the notice. Applicant Adam Rogers addressed the Board
Accept the open session minutes of May 27, 2025
To accept the open session minutes of May 27, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the open session minutes of May 27, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Accept the executive session minutes of May 27, 2025
To accept the executive session minutes of May 27, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the executive session minutes of May 27, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
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