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May 11, 2026
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Charles Murphy Sr., Andrew Romano, Natalie A. Mello, Keith Silvia
Absent: Andrew B. Saunders
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Mr. Hickey asked Mr. Wilkerson procedural questions about the sale, closing and what would happen between
Continue the public hearing to May 26, 2026
To continue the public hearing to May 26, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to continue the public hearing to May 26, 2026. Mr. Romano seconded. On the Motion: Ms. Mello amended her motion to continue the public hearing to May 26, 2026 at 6:30pm. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Approve the application the Outdoor Seating and Parklet Permit for OEA Restaurant Group Corp dba Olivia’s Restaurant as outlined in the submitted plans and contingent upon conditions from Town Departments
To approve the application the Outdoor Seating and Parklet Permit for OEA Restaurant Group Corp dba Olivia’s Restaurant as outlined in the submitted plans and contingent upon conditions from Town Departments
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the application the Outdoor Seating and Parklet Permit for OEA Restaurant Group Corp dba Olivia’s Restaurant as outlined in the submitted plans and contingent upon conditions from Town Departments. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Approve the Economic Development Committee applying for a feasibility grant from the Massachusetts Housing Partnership to determine the if the property at the intersection of Spring and Main Streets, abutting Cushman Par
To approve the Economic Development Committee applying for a feasibility grant from the Massachusetts Housing Partnership to determine the if the property at the intersection of Spring and Main Streets, abutting Cushman Park is appropriate
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the Economic Development Committee applying for a feasibility grant from the Massachusetts Housing Partnership to determine the if the property at the intersection of Spring and Main Streets, abutting Cushman Park is appropriate. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0- 0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
Approve the use of the Town Hall Auditorium on May 27, 2026 as requested in the application from the Fairhaven Cultural Council with applicable fees for a custodian
To approve the use of the Town Hall Auditorium on May 27, 2026 as requested in the application from the Fairhaven Cultural Council with applicable fees for a custodian
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the use of the Town Hall Auditorium on May 27, 2026 as requested in the application from the Fairhaven Cultural Council with applicable fees for a custodian. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Approve the use of the Town Hall Auditorium on July 18, 2026 as requested in the application from Susan Darwin with applicable fees
To approve the use of the Town Hall Auditorium on July 18, 2026 as requested in the application from Susan Darwin with applicable fees
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the use of the Town Hall Auditorium on July 18, 2026 as requested in the application from Susan Darwin with applicable fees, Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Table this item to May 26, 2026
To table this item to May 26, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to table this item to May 26, 2026. Mr. Silvia seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Silvia)
To table this item to May 26, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to table this item to May 26, 2026. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Appoint Josh Crabb as the Joint Transportation Planning Group representative and Vinnie Furtado as the Joint Transportation Planning Group alternate representative for a one-year term
To appoint Josh Crabb as the Joint Transportation Planning Group representative and Vinnie Furtado as the Joint Transportation Planning Group alternate representative for a one-year term
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to appoint Josh Crabb as the Joint Transportation Planning Group representative and Vinnie Furtado as the Joint Transportation Planning Group alternate representative for a one-year term. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Approve the flag/banner request for the month of June for the Juneteenth Flag and Pride Flag
To approve the flag/banner request for the month of June for the Juneteenth Flag and Pride Flag
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the flag/banner request for the month of June for the Juneteenth Flag and Pride Flag. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Approve the flag/banner request for the month of June for the Fairhaven Improvement Association’s Homecoming Banner
To approve the flag/banner request for the month of June for the Fairhaven Improvement Association’s Homecoming Banner
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to approve the flag/banner request for the month of June for the Fairhaven Improvement Association’s Homecoming Banner. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0- 0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Accept the open session minutes of April 27, May 2 and May 4, 2026 as presented
To accept the open session minutes of April 27, May 2 and May 4, 2026 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to accept the open session minutes of April 27, May 2 and May 4, 2026 as presented. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
Enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record
To enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record
From the minutes
“Motion: Ms. Mello motioned to enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed unanimously (4-0-0).” (Motion: Mello, second: Romano)
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