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April 17, 2018
48 recorded votes, 22 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: David S. Feldman, Christopher P. Mitchell, Mark S. Elfman, James J. DeVellis, Virginia M. Coppola
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Close public hearing
Motion to close public hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made by M. Elfman, second by C. Mitchell to close public hearing. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
Approve the event license
Motion to approve the event license
From the minutes
“Motion made by M. Elfman, second by C. Mitchell to approve the event license. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
Approve appointment to the COA/HS
Motion to approve appointment to the COA/HS
From the minutes
“Motion made by M. Elfman, second by C. Mitchell to approve appointment to the COA/HS. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
Approve appointment of Joseph Garrity to the Foxborough Clean-Up Day Committee for a term of 1 year
Motion to approve appointment of Joseph Garrity to the Foxborough Clean-Up Day Committee for a term of 1 year
From the minutes
“Motion made by M. Elfman, second by C. Mitchell to approve appointment of Joseph Garrity to the Foxborough Clean-Up Day Committee for a term of 1 year. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
Approve the use of $50,000 of AFT Funds
Motion to approve the use of $50,000 of AFT Funds
From the minutes
“Motion made (with amendment) by M. Elfman, second by C. Mitchell to approve the use of $50,000 of AFT Funds Further Discussion: J. DeVellis asked to make an amendment that prior to issuance of $50,000 that meeting minutes and accounting of the fund be prepared and shared. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
Approve the license for farmers markets
Motion to approve the license for farmers markets
From the minutes
“Motion made (with condition) by M. Elfman, second by C. Mitchell to approve the license for farmers markets. Further discussion: C. Mitchell asked if the Jaycees had applied for a permit on the common because there was nothing from the Jaycees endorsing this event. He said he wanted documentation to avoid issues. D. Giardino said she would get one. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
Approve the placement of the two picnic tables
Motion to approve the placement of the two picnic tables
From the minutes
“Motion made by M. Elfman, second by C. Mitchell to approve the placement of the two picnic tables. Further discussion: M. Elfman asked if the picnic tables would be removed and stored during winter. H. Harding said it would be up to Tree & Park but believed they would likely be out year-round. J. DeVellis clarified that the motion is for the placement not the purchase of the tables. C. Mitchell asked if this goes well, would additional tables will be purchases. D. Giardino explained how they came to pick the locations for the two and they could possibly do more. H. Harding said the tables they purchase were costly because they want them to last and match the existing look of the Common. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
Approve the DPW contract
Motion to approve the DPW contract
From the minutes
“Motion made by M. Elfman, second by C. Mitchell to approve the DPW contract. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
Four zoning bylaws to become the new 10, 11, 12, and 13
Motion to move the four zoning bylaws to become the new 10, 11, 12, and 13
From the minutes
“Motion made by M. Elfman, second by C. Mitchell to move the four zoning bylaws to become the new 10, 11, 12, and 13. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
Approve all articles as presented and amended
Motion to approve all articles as presented and amended
From the minutes
“Motion made by M. Elfman to approve all articles as presented and amended, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Annual Town Elections; Annual Town Reports; Reports of Committees (voted on together)
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Annual Town Elections; Annual Town Reports; Reports of Committees (voted on together)
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
From the minutes
“Annual Town Elections; Annual Town Reports; 5-0-0.”
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Operating Budget
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Operating Budget
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: CIP Budget / Schedule A CIP FY19
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: CIP Budget / Schedule A CIP FY19
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
From the minutes
“CIP Budget / Schedule A CIP FY19 5-0-0.”
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: High School Track & Stands
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: High School Track & Stands
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was. The minutes give only the count (3-2), not how each member voted.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Fire Contract
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Fire Contract
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: DPW Contract
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: DPW Contract
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: FY’18 Budget Adjustments
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: FY’18 Budget Adjustments
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Revolving Funds Annual Spending Limits
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Revolving Funds Annual Spending Limits
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
From the minutes
“Revolving Funds Annual Spending Limits 5-0-0.”
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Fund Qualified OPEB Trust
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Fund Qualified OPEB Trust
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Fund Capital Stabilization
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Fund Capital Stabilization
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Fund Stabilization
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Fund Stabilization
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Land Transfer for Fire
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Land Transfer for Fire
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Citizen Petition
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Citizen Petition
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was. The minutes give only the count (2-3), not how each member voted.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Capital Improvement Planning Committee By-Law
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Capital Improvement Planning Committee By-Law
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Amend Chapter 30 Meetings By-Law
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Amend Chapter 30 Meetings By-Law
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Sewer Service Map
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Sewer Service Map
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Western Avenue as Public Way
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Western Avenue as Public Way
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Drones
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Drones
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Route 1 Zoning
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Route 1 Zoning
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: WRPOD
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: WRPOD
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Accessory Structure
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Accessory Structure
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Ground Solar
Board position on the Annual Town Meeting article: Ground Solar
The minutes list the Board’s vote on its position on each Annual Town Meeting article in a table (“The Board reviewed each article and voted their position on each”); they do not say what the position was.
Remove article 8
Motion to remove article 8
From the minutes
“Motion to remove article 8, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Accept all articles on April 17, 2018 at 10:12pm by the Board of Selectmen
Motion to accept all articles on April 17, 2018 at 10:12pm by the Board of Selectmen
From the minutes
“Motion to accept all articles on April 17, 2018 at 10:12pm by the Board of Selectmen, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Accept gift donation
Motion made to accept gift donation
From the minutes
“Motion made to accept gift donation, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Motion made to accept gift donation
From the minutes
“Motion made to accept gift donation, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Motion made to accept gift donation
From the minutes
“Motion made to accept gift donation, second by C. Mitchell. Further discussion: J. DeVellis asked where this initiated from or why this is being given. He asked the Town Manager about a previous email that refers to the original agreement and if this is part of the agreement. B. Keegan said this is part of discretionary money from Plainridge and they were offering it to towns around them. The donation was clear it was for conservation purposes. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Motion made to accept gift donation
From the minutes
“Motion made to accept gift donation, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Acceptance of Gift Donation of a desk for use at the reception area to the Town Hall from Anonymous
Motion made to accept gift donation
From the minutes
“Motion made to accept gift donation, second by C. Mitchell. Further discussion: C. Mitchell said thank you. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Approve pool table licenses
Motion made to approve pool table licenses
From the minutes
“Motion made to approve pool table licenses, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Motion made to approve pool table licenses
From the minutes
“Motion made to approve pool table licenses, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Motion made to approve pool table licenses
From the minutes
“Motion made to approve pool table licenses, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Motion made to approve pool table licenses
From the minutes
“Motion made to approve pool table licenses, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Approve roadway name
Motion made to approve roadway name
From the minutes
“Motion made to approve roadway name, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Approval of the Reappointment of members to Town Boards and Committees for terms that expire 5/1/19, 5/1/20 and 5/1/21
Motion made to approve reappointments
From the minutes
“Motion made to approve reappointments, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Approve 3/6/18 minutes
Motion made to approve 3/6/18 minutes
From the minutes
“Motion made to approve 3/6/18 minutes, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Approve 3/20/18 minutes as amended
Motion made to approve 3/20/18 minutes as amended
From the minutes
“Motion made to approve 3/20/18 minutes as amended, second by C. Mitchell. No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (second: Mitchell)
Adjourn
Motion to adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion to adjourn made by M. Elfman, second by C. Mitchell Motion carries 5-0-0 Roll Call – V. Coppola yes, J. DeVellis yes, D. Feldman yes, C. Mitchell yes, M. Elfman yes.” (Motion: Elfman, second: Mitchell)
From the Foxborough Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Select Board minutes page and its Diligent meeting portal. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: WJAR NBC 10 (Bill Yukna), The Foxboro Reporter, photo by Mark Stockwell (Amy LaBrache), The Sun Chronicle (Mark Elfman), and stills from Foxboro Cable Access videos: “Around Foxborough #44 – Stephanie McGowan for the Foxborough Board of Selectmen” (2020) and the Foxboro Jaycees Candidates Night, April 11, 2024 (Deb Giardino).
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