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June 23, 2025
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Charles Murphy Sr., Andrew Romano, Natalie A. Mello, Keith Silvia
Absent: Andrew B. Saunders
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Fairhaven, MA 02719; proposed new manager Andrea L. Perry, 10 Lawton St., Fairhaven, MA 02719
Approve the Transfer of an Annual All Alcohol Liquor License for The Bitter End located at 409 Huttleston Ave Fairhaven, MA 02719 and proposed new manager Andrea L. Perry, 10 Lawton St., Fairhaven, MA 02719
To approve the Transfer of an Annual All Alcohol Liquor License for The Bitter End located at 409 Huttleston Ave Fairhaven, MA 02719 and proposed new manager Andrea L. Perry, 10 Lawton St., Fairhaven, MA 02719
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the Transfer of an Annual All Alcohol Liquor License for The Bitter End located at 409 Huttleston Ave Fairhaven, MA 02719 and proposed new manager Andrea L. Perry, 10 Lawton St., Fairhaven, MA 02719. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Approve the proclamation for Deputy Chief Joy Nichols
To approve the proclamation for Deputy Chief Joy Nichols
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the proclamation for Deputy Chief Joy Nichols. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Approve the proclamation in recognition of the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
To approve the proclamation in recognition of the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the proclamation in recognition of the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Appointment Request: Conservation Commission: Stephen F Theberge Jr
Appoint Stephen F Theberge Jr to the Conservation Commission for a term through May, 2027
To appoint Stephen F Theberge Jr to the Conservation Commission for a term through May, 2027
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to appoint Stephen F Theberge Jr to the Conservation Commission for a term through May, 2027. Ms, Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Mello)
Cathy Melanson and Ken Kendall addressed the Board individually; each reviewed their background and
Appoint Ken Kendall as an Associate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term through May, 2027
To appoint Ken Kendall as an Associate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term through May, 2027
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Silvia motioned to appoint Ken Kendall as an Associate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term through May, 2027. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Silvia, second: Romano)
Appointment Request: Conservation Commission: Stephen F Theberge Jr
Amend the charge of the Atlas Tack Working Group to say the working group will consist of appointed members of the community and take any additional applications until noon on Thursday, July 10, 2025
To amend the charge of the Atlas Tack Working Group to say the working group will consist of appointed members of the community and take any additional applications until noon on Thursday, July 10, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to amend the charge of the Atlas Tack Working Group to say the working group will consist of appointed members of the community and take any additional applications until noon on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Mello)
Appoint Rick Trapilo, Doug Brady, Brian Messier, Michael Sherman, Brandon Estrella, Cathy Melanson, David Gerber, Ken Blanchard and Fernando Lemos as members of the Atlas ‘Tack Working Group
To appoint Rick Trapilo, Doug Brady, Brian Messier, Michael Sherman, Brandon Estrella, Cathy Melanson, David Gerber, Ken Blanchard and Fernando Lemos as members of the Atlas ‘Tack Working Group
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to appoint Rick Trapilo, Doug Brady, Brian Messier, Michael Sherman, Brandon Estrella, Cathy Melanson, David Gerber, Ken Blanchard and Fernando Lemos as members of the Atlas ‘Tack Working Group. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Mello)
Appoint Keith Silvia as Select Board Liaison 1o the Atlas Tack Working Group
To appoint Keith Silvia as Select Board Liaison 1o the Atlas Tack Working Group
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Romano motioned to appoint Keith Silvia as Select Board Liaison 1o the Atlas Tack Working Group. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Romano, second: Mello)
Fairhaven, MA 02719; proposed new manager Andrea L. Perry, 10 Lawton St., Fairhaven, MA 02719
Approve the parking request for the Inclusive and Adaptive Fishing Derby at Hoppy’s Landing on August 1, 2025
To approve the parking request for the Inclusive and Adaptive Fishing Derby at Hoppy’s Landing on August 1, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the parking request for the Inclusive and Adaptive Fishing Derby at Hoppy’s Landing on August 1, 2025, Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Reappoint George Samia as Interim Town Administrator until a new Town Administrator is hired, with the term of the reappointment not to exceed another 180 days. Mr. Romano. seconded
To reappoint George Samia as Interim Town Administrator until a new Town Administrator is hired, with the term of the reappointment not to exceed another 180 days. Mr. Romano. seconded
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to reappoint George Samia as Interim Town Administrator until a new Town Administrator is hired, with the term of the reappointment not to exceed another 180 days. Mr. Romano. seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello)
Formalize that the DPW (Department of Public Works) review the application first before the Select Board’s public hearing to act with their information and with their recommendation
To formalize that the DPW (Department of Public Works) review the application first before the Select Board’s public hearing to act with their information and with their recommendation
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to formalize that the DPW (Department of Public Works) review the application first before the Select Board’s public hearing to act with their information and with their recommendation. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Allow Chief Todd Correia to resume the process of selecting an interim Deputy ire Chief
To allow Chief Todd Correia to resume the process of selecting an interim Deputy ire Chief
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to allow Chief Todd Correia to resume the process of selecting an interim Deputy ire Chief. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Have Town Counsel start a review process for training for social media use, Open Meeting Law and Public Records Law
To have Town Counsel start a review process for training for social media use, Open Meeting Law and Public Records Law
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to have Town Counsel start a review process for training for social media use, Open Meeting Law and Public Records Law. Mr. Romano seconded. Motion: Ms. Mello amended her motion to have Town Counsel and Labor Counsel start a review process for training for social media use, Open Meeting Law and Public Records Law. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Accept the open session minutes of June 9, 2025
To accept the open session minutes of June 9, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to accept the open session minutes of June 9, 2025. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Accept the executive session minutes of June 9, 2025
To accept the executive session minutes of June 9, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to accept the executive session minutes of June 9, 2025. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21{a)(2) [1]o conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiatio
To enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21{a)(2) [1]o conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. (Fire Chief) AND not 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)(2) [1]o conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. (Fire Chief) AND not to return to OPEN SESSION. Mr. Romano seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Mello, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Romano and Mr. Silvia in favor. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
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