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September 8, 2025
7 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Charles Murphy Sr., Andrew Romano, Keith Silvia, Natalie A. Mello
Absent: Andrew B. Saunders
Every vote, in order
Proclamation: Terry Cripps
Approve the proclamation for Terry Cripps
To approve the proclamation for Terry Cripps
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the proclamation for Terry Cripps, Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Approve the proclamation for the 175" Anniversary of the Consecration of Riverside Cemetery
To approve the proclamation for the 175" Anniversary of the Consecration of Riverside Cemetery
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the proclamation for the 175" Anniversary of the Consecration of Riverside Cemetery. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Approve the proclamation for the 100" Anniversary of the First Mass at St Mary’s Parish
To approve the proclamation for the 100" Anniversary of the First Mass at St Mary’s Parish
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the proclamation for the 100" Anniversary of the First Mass at St Mary’s Parish. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Take item E1, Police: Ratify Body Worn Camera Agreement out of order
To take item E1, Police: Ratify Body Worn Camera Agreement out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to take item E1, Police: Ratify Body Worn Camera Agreement out of order. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
The Board asked clarifying questions about the abbreviation “FIO” (field interview) and wording of “may be
Ratify the Body Worn Camera Agreement
To ratify the Body Worn Camera Agreement
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms, Mello motioned to ratify the Body Worn Camera Agreement. Mr, Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Proclamation: Terry Cripps
Enter into Executive Session to Meet with Town Counsel pursuant to G.L. c.30A, § 21(a)(3) and Suffolk Construction v. DCAM, 449 Mass. 444 (2007) to discuss New England Preservation and Development, LLC, et al. vs. Town o
To enter into Executive Session to Meet with Town Counsel pursuant to G.L. c.30A, § 21(a)(3) and Suffolk Construction v. DCAM, 449 Mass. 444 (2007) to discuss New England Preservation and Development, LLC, et al. vs. Town of Fairhaven, Bristol County Superior Court Action No. 2073CV00650, and pursuant to G.L. ¢.30A, § 21(a)(7) “[(}o comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements,” specifically the Public Records Law, G.L. c.4, § 7(26) (discuss privileged communications from Town Counsel re: litigation) and to return to open session. Mr. Fairhaven Select Board -September 8, 2025 — Open Session — Page | Romano seconded, Roli Call Vote: Ms. Mello, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Romano and Mr. Silvia in favor
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to enter into Executive Session to Meet with Town Counsel pursuant to G.L. c.30A, § 21(a)(3) and Suffolk Construction v. DCAM, 449 Mass. 444 (2007) to discuss New England Preservation and Development, LLC, et al. vs. Town of Fairhaven, Bristol County Superior Court Action No. 2073CV00650, and pursuant to G.L. ¢.30A, § 21(a)(7) “[(}o comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements,” specifically the Public Records Law, G.L. c.4, § 7(26) (discuss privileged communications from Town Counsel re: litigation) and to return to open session. Mr. Fairhaven Select Board -September 8, 2025 — Open Session — Page | Romano seconded, Roli Call Vote: Ms. Mello, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Romano and Mr. Silvia in favor. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello)
Approve the additional timeframe of 5:30-8:30p for the Special One-Day All Alcohol] License for Harborfest, September 20, 2025
To approve the additional timeframe of 5:30-8:30p for the Special One-Day All Alcohol] License for Harborfest, September 20, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the additional timeframe of 5:30-8:30p for the Special One-Day All Alcohol] License for Harborfest, September 20, 2025. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
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