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February 5, 2019
15 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Christopher P. Mitchell, Mark S. Elfman, Leah Gibson, James J. DeVellis, David S. Feldman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Close the public hearing
Motion made to close the public hearing
From the minutes
“Motion made to close the public hearing made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
There is sufficient credible evidence that there has been a cessation of the businesses at the licensed premises, known as Waxy O'Connor's. While the Board could act to cancel the license based in...
There is sufficient credible evidence that there has been a cessation of the businesses at the licensed premises, known as Waxy O'Connor's. While the Board could act to cancel the license based in the evidence presented, the Board will suspend such action for up to six months to afford the licensee the ability to find a suitable replacement for the business. The Board will review the license at reasonable periods during the six month period to determine if a good faith effort is being made to replace the business. If during this period the Board is not satisfied that a good faith effort is being
From the minutes
“There is sufficient credible evidence that there has been a cessation of the businesses at the licensed premises, known as Waxy O'Connor's. While the Board could act to cancel the license based in the evidence presented, the Board will suspend such action for up to six months to afford the licensee the ability to find a suitable replacement for the business. The Board will review the license at reasonable periods during the six month period to determine if a good faith effort is being made to replace the business. If during this period the Board is not satisfied that a good faith effort is being made by the licensee, the Board may reconsider their position and proceed with a hearing to cancel the license. In addition, the back payments owed to the Town will be made within thirty days and the removal of liquor from the premises will happen as soon as possible with action starting as early as this week to get the license to transport liquor from the premises made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Approve Change of Officers: BL Restaurant Operations, LLC. d/b/a Bar Louie Tavern and Grill William Cochrane who came before the Board to request a change of officers at the corporate level
Motion to Approve Change of Officers
From the minutes
“Motion to Approve Change of Officers made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Approve Hackney License application for Genel Vilijean of Veterans Taxi to expire 2/5/21
Motion to Approve Hackney License application for Genel Vilijean of Veterans Taxi to expire 2/5/21
From the minutes
“Motion to Approve Hackney License application for Genel Vilijean of Veterans Taxi to expire 2/5/21 No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.”
Accept CSAAC Annual Report
Motion to Accept CSAAC Annual Report
From the minutes
“Motion to Accept CSAAC Annual Report made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman Discussion: C. Mitchell thanked J. DeVellis for his clarification. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Approve: Road Race Application - Norfolk Advocates for Children's 5K and Fun Run Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m
Motion to Approve
From the minutes
“Motion to Approve made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Approve: Normandy Farms Campground, LLC - Approval of (6) One-Day Wine & Malt Beverage License Applications for a Food Truck Festival on 4/27/19, 5/4/2019, 7/10/19, 8/7/19, 10/5/19 and 11/16/19
Motion to Approve
From the minutes
“Motion to Approve made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Approve: Norton Singers: Keep the Love Alive; 2/22/19 OnCommon Comedy Night; 2/23/19 Concert: Trinity; 3/2/19 Concert- No Static; 3/22/19 Maureen Hancock; 3/23/19 FFV Take 2 Fundraiser/Confikids;...
Motion to Approve
Yes: Elfman, Gibson, MitchellNo: FeldmanJames J. DeVellis stepped aside (recused) and did not take part in this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion to Approve made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman Discussion: J. DeVellis recused himself from the discussion and went before the Board as the President of the Board of Directors for the Theatre. M. Elfman said he is confused why this is back before the Board. B. Keegan said the applicant withdrew their application for an annual license and can now apply for one-day licenses while re-doing their annual application. M. Elfman asked J. DeVellis asked why the annual application was withdrawn; J. DeVellis said the original application for the annual license was pulled because the Theatre is now fully-booked and have hired a manager for the license that was not previously on the application and reiterated what B. Keegan stated earlier. L. Gibson asked if the person hired as the manager would be on-site for all events listed; J. DeVellis confirmed. J. DeVellis apologized for the confusion and back-and-forth with the license application. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 3-1-1 D. Feldman voted against. J. DeVellis recused himself. D. Feldman said he was voting against these.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Accept Gift Donation: COA/HS - Acceptance of Gift Donation of $35 to the Council on Aging/Human Services from Anonymous for the Lockbox Program
Motion to Accept Gift Donation
From the minutes
“Motion to Accept Gift Donation made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Accept Gift Donation: COA/HS - Acceptance of Gift Donation of $6,000 to the Council on Aging/Human Services from the Friends of Foxboro Seniors for new furniture in the center lobby
Motion to Accept Gift Donation
From the minutes
“Motion to Accept Gift Donation made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Accept Gift Donation: Veterans - Acceptance of Gift Donation of $100.00 to Veteran Services from Charles and Jean Albert for the General Gift Fund to help a person in need
Motion to Accept Gift Donation
From the minutes
“Motion to Accept Gift Donation made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Approve: Tuition Reimbursement - Officer Charles Gallagher tuition reimbursement of $1,170.00
Motion to Approve
From the minutes
“Motion to Approve made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Appointment of Kurt Pollister and Adam Byrnes to the Veteran Services Advisory Committee as Members for terms expiring 5/1/19
Motion to Appoint
From the minutes
“Motion to Appoint made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman Discussion: L. Gibson thanked Officer Byrnes for his service and welcomed him back to service at the Foxborough Police Department. Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Approve: Hackney License Renewal - Maurice Barkachi to expire 2/21/21
Motion to Approve
From the minutes
“Motion to Approve made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
Adjourn at 9:09 p.m
Motion to adjourn at 9:09 p.m.
From the minutes
“Motion to adjourn at 9:09 p.m. made by L. Gibson, motion made second by M. Elfman No further discussion Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5-0-0.” (Motion: Gibson, second: Elfman)
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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