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May 9, 2022
18 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Doug Brown, Nancy Taylor, Megan English Braga, Sam Patterson, Onjalé Scott Price
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Convene the executive session under M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(3) - to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining - AFSCME Units A, B and C because to not go into executive session could...
To convene the executive session under M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(3) - to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining - AFSCME Units A, B and C because to not go into executive session could prejudice ongoing negotiations.
From the minutes
“Chair Brown called the open session to order at 6:30 p.m. and motioned to convene the executive session under M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(3) - to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining - AFSCME Units A, B and C because to not go into executive session could prejudice ongoing negotiations. Mr. Patterson seconded the motion. It was followed by a roll call vote in Open Session to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the above-listed items, and to return to Open Session after discussion. Roll Call Vote: Ms. English Braga, aye; Chair Brown, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Scott Price, aye. Dr. Taylor, aye..” (Motion: Brown, second: Patterson)
Police Week - May
In the packet as a motion
In the packet as a motion.
From the minutes
“Ms. Scott Price read the proclamation in the packet as a motion. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Price, second: Patterson)
Eagle Scout James Walden, Troop 38
In the packet as a motion
In the packet as a motion.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson read the proclamation in the packet as a motion. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Braga)
Eagle Scout Logan Moniz, Troop 38
In the packet as a motion
In the packet as a motion.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga read the proclamation in the packet as a motion. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Announcements
Approval to take Business item # 4 out of order
Approval to take Business item # 4 out of order.
From the minutes
“Mr. Patterson motion approval to take Business item # 4 out of order. Second Ms. English Braga. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Patterson, second: Braga)
Approval of 10,000 runners for the 2022 Falmouth Road Race
Approval of 10,000 runners for the 2022 Falmouth Road Race.
From the minutes
“Dr. Taylor motion approval of 10,000 runners for the 2022 Falmouth Road Race. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Patterson)
Approve application for Special One-Day Liquor License - Striper Fest - Marina Park - 9/24/22 Chair Brown asked if there
Approval of Licenses a, b, c
Approval of Licenses a, b, c.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion approval of Licenses a, b, c. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Vote to approve Juneteenth as a Town holiday School Dept honored it last year and will continue to do so.
Approval of Administrative Orders b-g
Approval of Administrative Orders b-g.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion approval of Administrative Orders b-g. Second Ms. Scott Price. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Price)
Approve 2022 Seasonal/Annual License Renewals: BOWLING ALLEY LICENSE
Approve 2022 Seasonal/Annual License Renewals: BOWLING ALLEY LICENSE
Approval.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion approval. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Executive Session: February 28, 2022 (#1, #2 and #3)
Approve minutes: Executive Session: February 28, 2022 (#1, #2 and #3)
Approval of item 4 with edits.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion approval of item 4 with edits. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Interview, vote and appoint member to Agricultural Commission: Jack Simonds Mr. Simonds grows vegetables, supports Falmo
Approval to a term ending 6/30/22
Approval to a term ending 6/30/22.
From the minutes
“Ms. Scott Price motion approval to a term ending 6/30/22. Second Dr. Taylor. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Price, second: Taylor)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Adopt the amended order of betterment for the sewer system area, 4/25/22 public hearing that was continued
To adopt the amended order of betterment for the sewer system area, 4/25/22 public hearing that was continued. Public Comment: Marc Finneran asked if someone has a lot that has the ability to have more dwellings built upon it, will they be let in for free. Already planned, apportioned a dwelling unit assignment and assessed. Ms. English Braga said the betterment is for the connection to the sewer system.
The minutes record this motion but no vote on it.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to adopt the amended order of betterment for the sewer system area, 4/25/22 public hearing that was continued..” (Motion: Braga)
Adopt the amended order of betterment for the sewer system area
To adopt the amended order of betterment for the sewer system area.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to adopt the amended order of betterment for the sewer system area. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Discussion of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer position Mr. Suso provided an update. In packet is Mr. Spivey's su
Repost the position as soon as possible
To repost the position as soon as possible.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to repost the position as soon as possible. Second Dr. Taylor. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Taylor)
Include Mr. Suso's comments in the meeting minutes and Mr. Suso's personnel file
To include Mr. Suso's comments in the meeting minutes and Mr. Suso's personnel file.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to include Mr. Suso's comments in the meeting minutes and Mr. Suso's personnel file. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Adjourn the open session and convene the executive session under M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(2) - To discuss contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager); discussion and possible vote on...
To adjourn the open session and convene the executive session under M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(2) - To discuss contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager); discussion and possible vote on action on Town Manager's contract because to not go into executive session could prejudice ongoing negotiations.
From the minutes
“Chair Brown motioned to adjourn the open session and convene the executive session under M.G.L. c.30A s.21(a)(2) - To discuss contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager); discussion and possible vote on action on Town Manager's contract because to not go into executive session could prejudice ongoing negotiations. Ms. English Braga seconded the motion. It was followed by a roll call vote in Open Session to go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the above-listed items, and to return to Open Session after discussion. Roll Call Vote: Ms. English Braga, aye; Chair Brown, aye; Mr. Patterson, aye; Ms. Scott Price, aye. Dr. Taylor, aye..” (Motion: Brown, second: Braga)
Discussion and possible vote on action on Town Manager's contract (15 minutes)
Request Mr. Suso resign his employment agreement of March 22, 2021
To request Mr. Suso resign his employment agreement of March 22, 2021.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to request Mr. Suso resign his employment agreement of March 22, 2021. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
Discussion and possible vote on action on Town Manager's contract (15 minutes) Ms. English Braga motion to request Mr. S
Adjourn at approximately 10:06pm
To adjourn at approximately 10:06pm.
From the minutes
“Ms. English Braga motion to adjourn at approximately 10:06pm. Second Mr. Patterson. Vote: Yes-5. No-0..” (Motion: Braga, second: Patterson)
From the Falmouth Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Agenda and Meeting Management portal (CivicClerk), linked from the Select Board page. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Falmouth Enterprise (capenews.net), by Gene M. Marchand and Devin Ankeney, and an Enterprise campaign photo of Heather Goldstone.
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