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August 25, 2025
13 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Charles Murphy Sr., Andrew Romano, Natalie A. Mello, Keith Silvia, Andrew B. Saunders
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Proclamation: Lieutenant Chauncy Burr
Approve the proclamation for Lt. Chauncy Burr
To approve the proclamation for Lt. Chauncy Burr
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the proclamation for Lt. Chauncy Burr. Ms, Mello seconded, The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the application for the Use of Town Hall Auditorium on October 17, 2025 from the lairhaven Department of Fine Arts and Historical Society waiving the rental fee
To approve the application for the Use of Town Hall Auditorium on October 17, 2025 from the lairhaven Department of Fine Arts and Historical Society waiving the rental fee
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the application for the Use of Town Hall Auditorium on October 17, 2025 from the lairhaven Department of Fine Arts and Historical Society waiving the rental fee. Ms. Mello seconded. Motion: Mr. Saunders amended his motion, to approve the application for the Use of Town Hall Auditorium on October 17, 2025 from the Fairhaven Department of Fine Arts and Historical Society waiving the rental and custodian fecs. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the application for the Use of Town Halt Auditorium on September 26, 2026 for the Gath-Bosco Wedding
To approve the application for the Use of Town Halt Auditorium on September 26, 2026 for the Gath-Bosco Wedding
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the application for the Use of Town Halt Auditorium on September 26, 2026 for the Gath-Bosco Wedding. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the application for the Podkowa 5K Race l’undraiser on Sunday, October 5, 2025 from 7am-1pm contingent on Police, Fire and Public Works requirements
To approve the application for the Podkowa 5K Race l’undraiser on Sunday, October 5, 2025 from 7am-1pm contingent on Police, Fire and Public Works requirements
Yes: Mello, Murphy, Saunders, SilviaAbstained: Romano
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the application for the Podkowa 5K Race l’undraiser on Sunday, October 5, 2025 from 7am-1pm contingent on Police, Fire and Public Works requirements. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed (4-0-1) Mr. Romano abstained.” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Accept the Conflict of Interest Disclosure submitted by Brian Messier, outlining his role as a member of the Atlas Tack Working Group, and disclosing that he is a direct abutter to the Atlas Tack site, with no financial
To accept the Conflict of Interest Disclosure submitted by Brian Messier, outlining his role as a member of the Atlas Tack Working Group, and disclosing that he is a direct abutter to the Atlas Tack site, with no financial interest, pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 268A, Section 19
Yes: Mello, Murphy, Saunders, SilviaNo: Romano
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the Conflict of Interest Disclosure submitted by Brian Messier, outlining his role as a member of the Atlas Tack Working Group, and disclosing that he is a direct abutter to the Atlas Tack site, with no financial interest, pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 268A, Section 19. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed (4-1-0) Mr. Romano opposed.” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Table item C2 – Proclamation: Lieutenant Chauncy Burr
To table item C2
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to table item C2. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Declare Surplus Items for Town Auction, September 20, 2025 at Department of Public Works (attached)
Accept and declare the items submitted as surplus for the Town Auction to be held on September 20, 2025 at Public Works
To accept and declare the items submitted as surplus for the Town Auction to be held on September 20, 2025 at Public Works
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr, Saunders motioned to accept and declare the items submitted as surplus for the Town Auction to be held on September 20, 2025 at Public Works. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Proclamation: Lieutenant Chauncy Burr
Approve the draft letter of support for local aid increases and send to state officials on behalf of the Select Board for the Town of Fairhaven with any necessary adjustments
To approve the draft letter of support for local aid increases and send to state officials on behalf of the Select Board for the Town of Fairhaven with any necessary adjustments
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the draft letter of support for local aid increases and send to state officials on behalf of the Select Board for the Town of Fairhaven with any necessary adjustments. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Accept the draft and issue the response to the Open Meeting Law Complaint
To accept the draft and issue the response to the Open Meeting Law Complaint
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the draft and issue the response to the Open Meeting Law Complaint. Ms. Mello seconded. ‘The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Accept the Open Session minutes of August 11, 2025
To accept the Open Session minutes of August 11, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the Open Session minutes of August 11, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Accept the Select Board Exccutive Session minutes of August 11, 2025
To accept the Select Board Exccutive Session minutes of August 11, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the Select Board Exccutive Session minutes of August 11, 2025. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Declare Surplus Items for Town Auction, September 20, 2025 at Department of Public Works (attached)
Enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record. Ms. Mello Fairhaven Select Board —August 25, 2025 Open Session. Page 3 seconded
To enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record. Ms. Mello Fairhaven Select Board —August 25, 2025 Open Session. Page 3 seconded
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr, Saunders motioned to enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record. Ms. Mello Fairhaven Select Board —August 25, 2025 Open Session. Page 3 seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders)
Proclamation: Lieutenant Chauncy Burr
Enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. (Fire Chief) and no
To enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. (Fire Chief) and not to return to Open Session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. (Fire Chief) and not to return to Open Session. Ms. Mello seconded. Roll Call Vote, Mr. Saunders, Ms. Mello, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Romano and Mr. Silvia in favor. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
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