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January 12, 2026
10 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Andrew Romano, Keith Silvia, Natalie A. Mello
Absent: Charles Murphy Sr., Andrew B. Saunders
Every vote, in order
The Public Hearing was closed at 6:35pm
Approve the application for a transfer of an Annual All Alcohol Beverages Liquor License from JCIR Fairhaven Corp dba South Coast Wine and Spirits 355 Huttleston Ave to Shree Ashtavinayak Inc
To approve the application for a transfer of an Annual All Alcohol Beverages Liquor License from JCIR Fairhaven Corp dba South Coast Wine and Spirits 355 Huttleston Ave to Shree Ashtavinayak Inc
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the application for a transfer of an Annual All Alcohol Beverages Liquor License from JCIR Fairhaven Corp dba South Coast Wine and Spirits 355 Huttleston Ave to Shree Ashtavinayak Inc. Mr. Silvia seconded. On the Motion: Ms. Mello amended her motion to approve the application for a transfer of an Annual All Alcohol Beverages Liquor License from JCIR Fairhaven Corp dba South Coast Wine and Spirits 355 Huttleston Ave to Shree Ashtavinayak Inc., pledge of collateral to Rockland Trust and manager Sonalben Patel. Mr. Silvia amended his second. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
Planning, concern about current open investigation of the Timothy-Hiller subdivision, correspondence received
Appoint Patrick Carr as Construction Representative on the Capital Planning Committee for a term through May, 2026
To appoint Patrick Carr as Construction Representative on the Capital Planning Committee for a term through May, 2026
Yes: Romano, SilviaNo: Mello
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr, Silvia motioned to appoint Patrick Carr as Construction Representative on the Capital Planning Committee for a term through May, 2026. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed (2-1-0) Ms. Mello opposed.” (Motion: Silvia, second: Romano)
The Public Hearing was closed at 6:35pm
Accept the Fiscal Year 2027 budget calendar as presented
To accept the Fiscal Year 2027 budget calendar as presented
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to accept the Fiscal Year 2027 budget calendar as presented. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
Sign the necessary sewer improvement bond and closing ccrtificate paperwork presented this evening
To sign the necessary sewer improvement bond and closing ccrtificate paperwork presented this evening
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to sign the necessary sewer improvement bond and closing ccrtificate paperwork presented this evening. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
Nominate Select Board member Andrew Romano to serve on the Collector/Treasurer interview panel
To nominate Select Board member Andrew Romano to serve on the Collector/Treasurer interview panel
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to nominate Select Board member Andrew Romano to serve on the Collector/Treasurer interview panel. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
Set the Annual Town Meeting date for Saturday, May 2, 2026
To set the Annual Town Meeting date for Saturday, May 2, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to set the Annual Town Meeting date for Saturday, May 2, 2026. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
Accept the Open Session minutes of December 15, 2025
To accept the Open Session minutes of December 15, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to accept the Open Session minutes of December 15, 2025. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
Accept the Executive Session minutes of December 15, 2025
To accept the Executive Session minutes of December 15, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to accept the Executive Session minutes of December 15, 2025. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
Enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record (Attachment F)
To enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record (Attachment F)
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record (Attachment F). Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
Enter Executive Session Pursuant to G. L. c. 30A, s. 21{a)(7) To comply with, or act under the authority of, G.L. c. 30A, s. 22, review Executive Session minutes of 10/14/2025, 10/27/2025, 11/24/2025, 12/1/2025 and 12/15
To enter Executive Session Pursuant to G. L. c. 30A, s. 21{a)(7) To comply with, or act under the authority of, G.L. c. 30A, s. 22, review Executive Session minutes of 10/14/2025, 10/27/2025, 11/24/2025, 12/1/2025 and 12/15/2025 AND not to return to open session
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to enter Executive Session Pursuant to G. L. c. 30A, s. 21{a)(7) To comply with, or act under the authority of, G.L. c. 30A, s. 22, review Executive Session minutes of 10/14/2025, 10/27/2025, 11/24/2025, 12/1/2025 and 12/15/2025 AND not to return to open session. Mr. Silvia seconded. Roll Call Vote. Ms. Mello, Mr. Romano and Mr, Silvia in favor. The motion passes unanimously (3-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
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