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April 14, 2020
12 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Mark S. Elfman, Leah Gibson, Edward T. O’Leary, David S. Feldman, Christopher P. Mitchell
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Accept a $55.00 donation to Veteran Services from an anonymous donor
Motion to accept a $55.00 donation to Veteran Services from an anonymous donor
From the minutes
“9.01 Motion to accept a $55.00 donation to Veteran Services from an anonymous donor by E. O’Leary 2nd by D. Feldman. Approved 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary, second: Feldman)
Accept a donation of $50.00 to the Fire Department from an anonymous donor
Motion to accept a donation of $50.00 to the Fire Department from an anonymous donor
From the minutes
“9.02 Motion to accept a donation of $50.00 to the Fire Department from an anonymous donor by E. O’Leary 2nd by D. Feldman. Approved 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary, second: Feldman)
Accept a donation of $135.00 to the Boyden Library in memory of Judith Young from Barbara and Bob Howard, Bob Smith and Susan and Saul Marsh
Motion to accept a donation of $135.00 to the Boyden Library in memory of Judith Young from Barbara and Bob Howard, Bob Smith and Susan and Saul Marsh
From the minutes
“9.03 Motion to accept a donation of $135.00 to the Boyden Library in memory of Judith Young from Barbara and Bob Howard, Bob Smith and Susan and Saul Marsh by E. O’Leary 2nd by D. Feldman. Approved 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary, second: Feldman)
Approve a Common Victualler and 7 day Entertainment License for Starbucks Coffee Store #59326 on 74 Washington Street Foxborough, MA
Motion to approve a Common Victualler and 7 day Entertainment License for Starbucks Coffee Store #59326 on 74 Washington Street Foxborough, MA
From the minutes
“9.04 Motion to approve a Common Victualler and 7 day Entertainment License for Starbucks Coffee Store #59326 on 74 Washington Street Foxborough, MA by E. O’Leary 2nd by D. Feldman. Approved 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary, second: Feldman)
Reappoint David J. Brown as a Regular Member of the Board for a 3 year term to expire May 1, 2023
Motion to reappoint David J. Brown as a Regular Member of the Board for a 3 year term to expire May 1, 2023
From the minutes
“Motion to reappoint David J. Brown as a Regular Member of the Board for a 3 year term to expire May 1, 2023 by E. O’Leary 2nd by D. Feldman. Approved 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary, second: Feldman)
Reappoint Lorraine Brue and Kurt Yeghian as an Associate Member of the Board for a 1 year term to expire on May 1, 2021
Motion to Reappoint Lorraine Brue and Kurt Yeghian as an Associate Member of the Board for a 1 year term to expire on May 1, 2021
From the minutes
“Motion to Reappoint Lorraine Brue and Kurt Yeghian as an Associate Member of the Board for a 1 year term to expire on May 1, 2021 by E. O’Leary 2nd by D. Feldman. Approved, 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary, second: Feldman)
Continue the finding with regard to the matter before us at this point to a date certain being May 12, 2020, but the animal itself must be kenneled and not allowed into the neighborhood at the...
Motion to continue the finding with regard to the matter before us at this point to a date certain being May 12, 2020, but the animal itself must be kenneled and not allowed into the neighborhood at the owner’s expense
Yes: Elfman, Feldman, Gibson, O’LearyNo: Mitchell
From the minutes
“Motion to continue the finding with regard to the matter before us at this point to a date certain being May 12, 2020, but the animal itself must be kenneled and not allowed into the neighborhood at the owner’s expense by E. O’Leary 2nd D. Feldman. Discussion: KC- This was not one of the 7 options under Chapter 140 section 157 but it certainly is a reasonable one that restrains and protects the neighborhood. CM – all for the putting it out to May 12th but not comfortable with kenneling. LG – Should we do it sooner rather than later? DF – if we weren’t in a nationwide shutdown I would say yes, do it in two weeks but they may require more time because of this. BK – This would also be motivation to rehome and get this situation resolved. CM – How much to kennel? I would be more comfortable having parties in attendance to speak too. KB - $20 a day to kennel. LB – I don’t expect to hold the public hearing and have neighbors coming but we should afford the opportunity for everyone to attend virtually. BK – I want to be clear that they were afforded the opportunity to attend and chose not to. The both gave statements in writing to not have to appear tonight. Approved 4-1. Chris Mitchell dissenting..” (Motion: O’Leary, second: Feldman)
Postpone the municipal elections for the Town of Foxborough, scheduled for May 4, 2020 to June 8, 2020 pursuant to section 1 of Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2020 and because of the state of emergency...
Motion to postpone the municipal elections for the Town of Foxborough, scheduled for May 4, 2020 to June 8, 2020 pursuant to section 1 of Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2020 and because of the state of emergency declared by the Governor pursuant to Executive Order 591, Declaration of a State of Emergency to Respond to COVID-19
From the minutes
“Motion to postpone the municipal elections for the Town of Foxborough, scheduled for May 4, 2020 to June 8, 2020 pursuant to section 1 of Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2020 and because of the state of emergency declared by the Governor pursuant to Executive Order 591, Declaration of a State of Emergency to Respond to COVID-19 by E. O’Leary 2nd by D. Feldman. Discussion: LG – How does this work with folks that are up for re-election? BC – Anyone that is currently in the position will be in that position until voted on and voted in. CM - What happens if this goes longer than June 8th? BC – It needs to be done by June 30th, if it goes longer there would be more legislation. FS – If we have the election we probably would have Town Meeting but if there is an issue than we can continue Town Meeting into the next fiscal year. CM – Is there the same stipulation to have Town Meeting by June 30th? BC – If it gets worse than more will have to. CM – Will everything will be posted? BC – Everything will go up, including acts, statute, and sample ballot. CM - With this motion do we need to put provisional date in case things change? BC – Wouldn’t need to because you would have to take another vote to change it again. FS – Since the Board vote to postpone the Town meeting I don’t need to be involved as of yet unless Town Meeting is moved because we don’t think it would be in the best interest of the Town to gather on the June 15th date. I think it was the right by the Selectmen to move the election and Town Meeting to June. It was the easiest and cleanest way to get both of these done. Thank Bob for all this work and keeping on top of it and all the legislation that has been changing. The second thing to ask that the warrant be out in a timely manner and have public be informed about it. BC – I have been working on the warrant with Katie Lang and Christina Metcalf. It will post it in a timely manner. It will need to be posted on the website and town social media accounts. Approved 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary, second: Feldman)
Postpone the Annual Town Meeting, scheduled for May 11, 2020, to June 15, 2020 based on the recommendation of the Town Moderator and due to the state of emergency declared by the Governor pursuant...
Motion to postpone the Annual Town Meeting, scheduled for May 11, 2020, to June 15, 2020 based on the recommendation of the Town Moderator and due to the state of emergency declared by the Governor pursuant to Executive Order 591, Declaration of a State of Emergency to Respond to COVID-19
From the minutes
“Motion to postpone the Annual Town Meeting, scheduled for May 11, 2020, to June 15, 2020 based on the recommendation of the Town Moderator and due to the state of emergency declared by the Governor pursuant to Executive Order 591, Declaration of a State of Emergency to Respond to COVID-19 by E. O’Leary 2nd by D. Feldman. Approved 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary, second: Feldman)
Extend the due date of real estate property tax payment from May 1, 2020 to June 1, 2020, under "An Act to Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities and State Authorities Resulting From...
Motion to extend the due date of real estate property tax payment from May 1, 2020 to June 1, 2020, under "An Act to Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities and State Authorities Resulting From COVID-19," Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2020 Section 10A by E. O’Leary by D. Feldman
From the minutes
“Motion to extend the due date of real estate property tax payment from May 1, 2020 to June 1, 2020, under "An Act to Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities and State Authorities Resulting From COVID-19," Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2020 Section 10A by E. O’Leary by D. Feldman. Discussion: BK – The motion that was just read is essentially the Act. CM - not opposed to any of this but would like the documentation. LG – This means you have until June 1st to pay your taxes without penalties or late fees. This information should go out on the website along with how to pay your bills to the Town. BK – You are able to pay your tax bill online, mail it to the Town Hall or drop it in the overnight box at Town Hall. Approved 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary)
Extend the due date for real estate property tax exemption applications from May 1, 2020 to June 1, 2020, under "An Act to Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities and State Authorities...
Motion to extend the due date for real estate property tax exemption applications from May 1, 2020 to June 1, 2020, under "An Act to Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities and State Authorities Resulting From COVID-19," Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2020 Section 10B by E. O’Leary by D. Feldman.
From the minutes
“Motion to extend the due date for real estate property tax exemption applications from May 1, 2020 to June 1, 2020, under "An Act to Address Challenges Faced by Municipalities and State Authorities Resulting From COVID-19," Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2020 Section 10B by E. O’Leary by D. Feldman. Approved 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary)
Adjourn
Motion to adjourn
From the minutes
“Motion to adjourn by E. O’Leary 2nd by D. Feldman. Approved 5-0..” (Motion: O’Leary, second: Feldman)
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