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January 14, 2020
24 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Troy E. Garron, Thomas Millias, Gordon C. Andrews
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Minutes
Approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - October 1, 2019 Regular Session - October 9, 2019 Regular Session - November 26, 2019 Regular Session - December 3, 2019 Regular Session...
To approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - October 1, 2019 Regular Session - October 9, 2019 Regular Session - November 26, 2019 Regular Session - December 3, 2019 Regular Session - December 10, 2019 Executive Session - December 10, 2019 AFFIRMED WARRANTS & COMMITMENTS
The minutes say the Board "voted as follows" but do not list how each member voted or give a count.
From the minutes
“Moved by Andrews and seconded by Millias, the Board voted as follows to approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - October 1, 2019 Regular Session - October 9, 2019 Regular Session - November 26, 2019 Regular Session - December 3, 2019 Regular Session - December 10, 2019 Executive Session - December 10, 2019 AFFIRMED WARRANTS & COMMITMENTS.” (Motion: Andrews, second: Millias)
Affirmed Warrants & Commitments
Affirm payment of the following warrants and commitments
To affirm payment of the following warrants and commitments: Vendor Warrant # 54 $ 290,682.66 Payroll Warrant # 55 $ 397,933.91 Vendor Warrant # 56 $ 52,615.51 Withholding Warrant # 57 $ 145,295.21 Vendor Warrant # 58 $ 7,393.79 Payroll Warrant # 59 $ 374,853.31 Vendor Warrant # 60 $ 1,366,119.22 Withholding Warrant # 61 $ 137,678.80 School Warrant # 62 $ 504,484.09 Ambulance Commitment for $ 40,713.70 from 12/3/19 - 12/8/19 Ambulance Commitment for $ 44,525.79 from 12/9/19 - 12/15/19 Ambulance Commitment for $ 68,921.56 from 12/16/19 - 12/22/19 Ambulance Commitment for $ 25,757.14 from 12/23/19 - 12/29/19 Ambulance Commitment for $ 39,487.85 from 12/30/19 - 1/5/20
From the minutes
“Moved by Andrews and seconded by Millias, the Board unanimously affirmed payment of the following warrants and commitments: Vendor Warrant # 54 $ 290,682.66 Payroll Warrant # 55 $ 397,933.91 Vendor Warrant # 56 $ 52,615.51 Withholding Warrant # 57 $ 145,295.21 Vendor Warrant # 58 $ 7,393.79 Payroll Warrant # 59 $ 374,853.31 Vendor Warrant # 60 $ 1,366,119.22 Withholding Warrant # 61 $ 137,678.80 School Warrant # 62 $ 504,484.09 Ambulance Commitment for $ 40,713.70 from 12/3/19 - 12/8/19 Ambulance Commitment for $ 44,525.79 from 12/9/19 - 12/15/19 Ambulance Commitment for $ 68,921.56 from 12/16/19 - 12/22/19 Ambulance Commitment for $ 25,757.14 from 12/23/19 - 12/29/19 Ambulance Commitment for $ 39,487.85 from 12/30/19 - 1/5/20.” (Motion: Andrews, second: Millias)
Affirmed Bills
Affirm payment of the following Selectmen bills
To affirm payment of the following Selectmen bills: Michael C. Gilman, Esquire (legal/December) ………………… $ 1,496.00 RELX Inc. d/b/a LexisNexis ……………………………………. $ 140.00 Attorney Lawrence P. Mayo, P.C. ………………………………. $ 837.00
From the minutes
“Moved by Andrews and seconded by Millias, the Board unanimously affirmed payment of the following Selectmen bills: Michael C. Gilman, Esquire (legal/December) ………………… $ 1,496.00 RELX Inc. d/b/a LexisNexis ……………………………………. $ 140.00 Attorney Lawrence P. Mayo, P.C. ………………………………. $ 837.00.” (Motion: Andrews, second: Millias)
Affirm payment of the following Selectmen Bills
To affirm payment of the following Selectmen Bills:
Yes: Garron, MilliasAbstained: Andrews
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by Millias, the Board voted as follows to affirm payment of the following Selectmen Bills: Troy E. Garron - Yes Thomas Millias - Yes Gordon C. Andrews - Abstained.” (Motion: Garron, second: Millias)
Approved Warrant & Commitment
Approve payment of the following warrant and commitment
To approve payment of the following warrant and commitment: Vendor Warrant # 63 $ 70,270.93 Mobile Home Park Fee #1 $ 5,160.00
From the minutes
“Moved by Andrews and seconded by Millias, the Board unanimously approved payment of the following warrant and commitment: Vendor Warrant # 63 $ 70,270.93 Mobile Home Park Fee #1 $ 5,160.00.” (Motion: Andrews, second: Millias)
Approved Selectmen Bills
Approve payment of the following Selectmen bills
To approve payment of the following Selectmen bills: National Grid (electricity/Town Hall) …………………............... $ 1,323.99 W.B. Mason (toner & folders).………………………………....... $ 284.82 W.B. Mason (office supplies).…………………………………… $ 20.09 Express Newspapers (ad/In Season Rest./alter premises) ……..... $ 42.00 The County of Plymouth (Ply. Cty. Ext. Service) ………………. $ 150.00
From the minutes
“Moved by Andrews and seconded by Millias, the Board unanimously approved payment of the following Selectmen bills: National Grid (electricity/Town Hall) …………………............... $ 1,323.99 W.B. Mason (toner & folders).………………………………....... $ 284.82 W.B. Mason (office supplies).…………………………………… $ 20.09 Express Newspapers (ad/In Season Rest./alter premises) ……..... $ 42.00 The County of Plymouth (Ply. Cty. Ext. Service) ………………. $ 150.00.” (Motion: Andrews, second: Millias)
Ambulance Abatements
Approve the following ambulance abatements
To approve the following ambulance abatements: November 2019 $ 74,015.97 December 2019 $ 86,702.38
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by Millias, the Board unanimously voted to approve the following ambulance abatements: November 2019 $ 74,015.97 December 2019 $ 86,702.38.” (Motion: Garron, second: Millias)
Printing of the Town Report and Town Meeting Warrant
Award the printing contract to Harry B. Harding & Son for the printing of the Town of Halifax 2019 Annual Report at $15.20 per page and the 2020 May Annual & Special Town Meeting Warrant at $47.60...
To award the printing contract to Harry B. Harding & Son for the printing of the Town of Halifax 2019 Annual Report at $15.20 per page and the 2020 May Annual & Special Town Meeting Warrant at $47.60 per page.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by Millias, the Board unanimously voted to award the printing contract to Harry B. Harding & Son for the printing of the Town of Halifax 2019 Annual Report at $15.20 per page and the 2020 May Annual & Special Town Meeting Warrant at $47.60 per page..” (Motion: Garron, second: Millias)
Council on Aging Surplus Items
Declare surplus the following pieces of equipment from the Council on Aging
To declare surplus the following pieces of equipment from the Council on Aging: 1 sewing machine 1 Phillips Magnavox stereo w/2 speakers 1 Sanyo boombox w/cassette player 1 Acer CPU 1 Sharp photocopier 1 Cannon D1320 Image class photocopier 1 Lexmark fax machine
From the minutes
“Moved by Andrews and second by Millias, the Board unanimously declared surplus the following pieces of equipment from the Council on Aging: 1 sewing machine 1 Phillips Magnavox stereo w/2 speakers 1 Sanyo boombox w/cassette player 1 Acer CPU 1 Sharp photocopier 1 Cannon D1320 Image class photocopier 1 Lexmark fax machine.” (Motion: Andrews, second: Millias)
Scott Grieco - Appointment to Municipal & School Building Committee
Appoint Scott Grieco to the municipal and School Building committee, term to expire June 30, 2021
To appoint Scott Grieco to the municipal and School Building committee, term to expire June 30, 2021.
From the minutes
“Moved by Andrew and second by Millias, the Board unanimously voted to appoint Scott Grieco to the municipal and School Building committee, term to expire June 30, 2021..” (Motion: Andrews, second: Millias)
Continuation Revocation Hearing - Davis Automotive
Continue the revocation hearing for Davis Automotive to March 10th at 7:45 p.m
To continue the revocation hearing for Davis Automotive to March 10th at 7:45 p.m.
From the minutes
“Moved by Millias and seconded by Andrews, the Board unanimously voted to continue the revocation hearing for Davis Automotive to March 10th at 7:45 p.m..” (Motion: Millias, second: Andrews)
Revocation Hearing - Fuel Storage Permit - Kevin Miller
Revoke the fuel storage permit that was issued to Kevin Miller at 123 Palmer Mill Road
To revoke the fuel storage permit that was issued to Kevin Miller at 123 Palmer Mill Road.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by Millias, the Board unanimously voted to revoke the fuel storage permit that was issued to Kevin Miller at 123 Palmer Mill Road..” (Motion: Garron, second: Millias)
111F - Kyle Rogers
Place Firefighter/Paramedic Kyle Rogers on 111F status for an injury that occurred on December 21, 2019
To place Firefighter/Paramedic Kyle Rogers on 111F status for an injury that occurred on December 21, 2019.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded Millias, the Board unanimously voted to place Firefighter/Paramedic Kyle Rogers on 111F status for an injury that occurred on December 21, 2019..” (Motion: Garron, second: Millias)
Revocation Hearing - Halifax Country Club
Close the hearing and not take any other action
To close the hearing and not take any other action:
Yes: Andrews, MilliasAbstained: Garron
From the minutes
“Moved by Millias and seconded by Andrews, the Board voted as follows to close the hearing and not take any other action: Troy E. Garron - Abstained Thomas Millias - Yes Gordon C. Andrews - Yes.” (Motion: Millias, second: Andrews)
Council on Aging Resignations
Accept the resignations of Richard Wright and Ellen Murphy, effective December 31, 2019 and send letters thanking them for serving on the council
To accept the resignations of Richard Wright and Ellen Murphy, effective December 31, 2019 and send letters thanking them for serving on the council.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded Millias, the Board unanimously voted to accept the resignations of Richard Wright and Ellen Murphy, effective December 31, 2019 and send letters thanking them for serving on the council..” (Motion: Garron, second: Millias)
Fieldstone Farms Consent Agreement
Sign the second modified consent agreement/judgement between the Town of Halifax and Scott Clawson
To sign the second modified consent agreement/judgement between the Town of Halifax and Scott Clawson.
From the minutes
“Moved by Millias and second by Andrews, the Board unanimously voted to sign the second modified consent agreement/judgement between the Town of Halifax and Scott Clawson..” (Motion: Millias, second: Andrews)
92 Lingan Street
Authorize Seelig to notify the abutters of the Town's ownership of the property and to place notices on said vehicles of the same, giving the owners until January 28th to remove all vehicles,...
To authorize Seelig to notify the abutters of the Town's ownership of the property and to place notices on said vehicles of the same, giving the owners until January 28th to remove all vehicles, objects, and materials from the property else the Town take and dispose of them.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and second by Millias, the Board unanimously authorized Seelig to notify the abutters of the Town's ownership of the property and to place notices on said vehicles of the same, giving the owners until January 28th to remove all vehicles, objects, and materials from the property else the Town take and dispose of them..” (Motion: Garron, second: Millias)
Fire Department Grant
Authorize the Chair, Troy E. Garron, to sign the Fire Department Grant from the State
To authorize the Chair, Troy E. Garron, to sign the Fire Department Grant from the State.
From the minutes
“Moved by Millias and seconded by Andrews, the Board unanimously authorized the Chair, Troy E. Garron, to sign the Fire Department Grant from the State..” (Motion: Millias, second: Andrews)
Holmes Public Library Donation of Withdrawn Materials
Approve the request to allow the Holmes Public Library to donate books and associated materials to Dove Inc
To approve the request to allow the Holmes Public Library to donate books and associated materials to Dove Inc.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by Andrews, the Board unanimously approved the request to allow the Holmes Public Library to donate books and associated materials to Dove Inc..” (Motion: Garron, second: Andrews)
Renewal of Motorcycle Lease
Authorize the Chair, Troy E. Garron, to sign the renewal of the lease agreement
To authorize the Chair, Troy E. Garron, to sign the renewal of the lease agreement.
From the minutes
“Moved by Millias and seconded by Andrews, the Board unanimously authorized the Chair, Troy E. Garron, to sign the renewal of the lease agreement..” (Motion: Millias, second: Andrews)
Transfer of Town Vehicle - 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
Declare the 2001 Ford Crown Victoria surplus and have it gifted/transferred from the Police Department to the Assessor's Department
To declare the 2001 Ford Crown Victoria surplus and have it gifted/transferred from the Police Department to the Assessor's Department.
From the minutes
“Moved by Millias and seconded by Andrews the Board unanimously voted to declare the 2001 Ford Crown Victoria surplus and have it gifted/transferred from the Police Department to the Assessor's Department..” (Motion: Millias, second: Andrews)
Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session at 9:18 p.m. with Water Superintendent, Keith Swanson; Building Maintenance Director, Scott Materna and Highway Surveyor, Steve Hayward to discuss contract...
To enter into Executive Session at 9:18 p.m. with Water Superintendent, Keith Swanson; Building Maintenance Director, Scott Materna and Highway Surveyor, Steve Hayward to discuss contract negotiations for the Mixed Bargaining Unit:
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by Millias, the Board voted as follows to enter into Executive Session at 9:18 p.m. with Water Superintendent, Keith Swanson; Building Maintenance Director, Scott Materna and Highway Surveyor, Steve Hayward to discuss contract negotiations for the Mixed Bargaining Unit: Troy E. Garron - Yes Thomas Millias - Yes Gordon C. Andrews - Yes.” (Motion: Garron, second: Millias)
Come out of Executive Session at 10:15 p.m
To come out of Executive Session at 10:15 p.m.:
Yes: Garron, MilliasThe roll call does not list Gordon C. Andrews, who was present.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by Millias, the Board voted as follows to come out of Executive Session at 10:15 p.m.: Troy E. Garron - Yes Thomas Millias - Yes.” (Motion: Garron, second: Millias)
Meeting Adjourned
Adjourn the meeting at 10:15 p.m
To adjourn the meeting at 10:15 p.m.
From the minutes
“There being no further business, moved by Garron and seconded by Millias, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 10:15 p.m..” (Motion: Garron, second: Millias)
From the Halifax Board of Selectmen’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center and Document Center. We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Jonathan Selig from the Plympton-Halifax-Kingston Express (December 2017); Thomas Pratt and William Smith from Area 58 video of the June 23, 2026 Select Board meeting (identified by the nameplate in front of each member).
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