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August 10, 2021
27 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Gordon C. Andrews, Troy E. Garron, Ashley A. DiSesa
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Agenda
Approve the agenda for Tuesday, August 10, 2021
To approve the agenda for Tuesday, August 10, 2021.
From the minutes
“moved by DiSesa and seconded by Garron, the Board unanimously approved the agenda for Tuesday, August 10, 2021..” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
Minutes
Approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - June 11, 2021 Regular Session - June 22, 2021
To approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - June 11, 2021 Regular Session - June 22, 2021
From the minutes
“Moved by DiSesa and seconded by Garron, the Board unanimously voted to approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - June 11, 2021 Regular Session - June 22, 2021.” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
Affirmed Warrants & Commitments
Affirm payment of the following warrants and commitments with the exception of Andrews recusing from #179, #186 & #189 in payroll warrant #10: Payroll Warrant #10 $ 238,004.43 Vendor Warrant #11 $...
To affirm payment of the following warrants and commitments with the exception of Andrews recusing from #179, #186 & #189 in payroll warrant #10: Payroll Warrant #10 $ 238,004.43 Vendor Warrant #11 $ 65,948.00 Withholding Warrant #12 $ 79,025.60 School Warrant #13 $ 230,909.21 Ambulance Commitment for $ 25,027.93 7/19/21 - 7/25/21 Ambulance Commitment for $ 54,591.05 7/26/21 - 8/1/21
From the minutes
“Moved by DiSesa and seconded by Garron, the Board unanimously voted to affirm payment of the following warrants and commitments with the exception of Andrews recusing from #179, #186 & #189 in payroll warrant #10: Payroll Warrant #10 $ 238,004.43 Vendor Warrant #11 $ 65,948.00 Withholding Warrant #12 $ 79,025.60 School Warrant #13 $ 230,909.21 Ambulance Commitment for $ 25,027.93 7/19/21 - 7/25/21 Ambulance Commitment for $ 54,591.05 7/26/21 - 8/1/21.” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
Approved Warrant & Commitment
Approve the following warrant & commitment
To approve the following warrant & commitment: Vendor Warrant #14 $ 77,916.20 Mobile Home Park Fee #8 $ 5,160.00
The minutes record this action but do not say it was unanimous, give a count, or name how members voted.
From the minutes
“Moved by DiSesa and seconded by Garron, the Board voted to approve the following warrant & commitment: Vendor Warrant #14 $ 77,916.20 Mobile Home Park Fee #8 $ 5,160.00.” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
Approved Bills
Approve payment of the following Selectmen bills with the exception of Andrews abstaining from the bill payable to Brooks & DeRensis, P.C
To approve payment of the following Selectmen bills with the exception of Andrews abstaining from the bill payable to Brooks & DeRensis, P.C.: Brooks & DeRensis, P.C (legal services/July)….............................. $ 14,517.02 RELX Inc. d/b/a LexisNexis (MA law books subscription)............. $ 72.10 Michael C. Gilman, Esq. (legal services/July)…………………….. $ 2,035.00 Halifax Postmaster (mailing/STM 9-8-21 warrant)………............... $ 1,002.04
The minutes call the vote unanimous but note that Gordon C. Andrews abstained from or stepped aside on part of it (see the quoted text).
From the minutes
“Moved by DiSesa and seconded by Garron, the Board unanimously approved payment of the following Selectmen bills with the exception of Andrews abstaining from the bill payable to Brooks & DeRensis, P.C.: Brooks & DeRensis, P.C (legal services/July)….............................. $ 14,517.02 RELX Inc. d/b/a LexisNexis (MA law books subscription)............. $ 72.10 Michael C. Gilman, Esq. (legal services/July)…………………….. $ 2,035.00 Halifax Postmaster (mailing/STM 9-8-21 warrant)………............... $ 1,002.04.” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
Road Opening - 38 Annawon Drive
Approve Permit #2021-30 issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for 4' x 6' road cut to abandon inactive gas service at the main at the above location
To approve Permit #2021-30 issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for 4' x 6' road cut to abandon inactive gas service at the main at the above location.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously approved Permit #2021-30 issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for 4' x 6' road cut to abandon inactive gas service at the main at the above location..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Road Opening - 13 Hickory Road
Approve Permit #2021-29 issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for 4' x 6' road cut to abandon inactive gas service at the main at the above location
To approve Permit #2021-29 issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for 4' x 6' road cut to abandon inactive gas service at the main at the above location.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously approved Permit #2021-29 issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for 4' x 6' road cut to abandon inactive gas service at the main at the above location..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Road Opening - 11 Carver Street
Approve Permit #2021-31 issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for a 4' x 6' road cut and a 4' x 35' road cut trench to install new gas service at the above location
To approve Permit #2021-31 issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for a 4' x 6' road cut and a 4' x 35' road cut trench to install new gas service at the above location.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously approved Permit #2021-31 issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for a 4' x 6' road cut and a 4' x 35' road cut trench to install new gas service at the above location..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Alternate Building Inspector Appointment
Appoint Chris Carmichael as the Alternate Building Inspector for the Town of Halifax, term to expire June 30, 2022
To appoint Chris Carmichael as the Alternate Building Inspector for the Town of Halifax, term to expire June 30, 2022:
Yes: DiSesa, GarronThe roll call lists Gordon C. Andrews as recused.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board voted as follows to appoint Chris Carmichael as the Alternate Building Inspector for the Town of Halifax, term to expire June 30, 2022: Gordon C. Andrews - Recused Troy E. Garron - Yes Ashley A. DiSesa - Yes.” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Surplus Vehicle - Water Department
Declare surplus the following vehicle from the Water Department
To declare surplus the following vehicle from the Water Department: 2007 Ford Truck VIN #1FDWF37Y78EC30876
From the minutes
“Moved by DiSesa and second by Garron, the Board unanimously declared surplus the following vehicle from the Water Department: 2007 Ford Truck VIN #1FDWF37Y78EC30876.” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
Appointments & Reappointments - Election Workers
Reappoint Cathleen Miller, Lee Mulready and Judith Wall as Democratic Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022
To reappoint Cathleen Miller, Lee Mulready and Judith Wall as Democratic Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously reappointed Cathleen Miller, Lee Mulready and Judith Wall as Democratic Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Reappoint Marion Heath and Richard Roche as Republican Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022
To reappoint Marion Heath and Richard Roche as Republican Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously reappointed Marion Heath and Richard Roche as Republican Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Reappoint Robert M. Doherty and Kathryn Roche as Unenrolled Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022
To reappoint Robert M. Doherty and Kathryn Roche as Unenrolled Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously reappointed Robert M. Doherty and Kathryn Roche as Unenrolled Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Appoint Janice Hayward and Diane Phillips as Unenrolled Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022
To appoint Janice Hayward and Diane Phillips as Unenrolled Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously appointed Janice Hayward and Diane Phillips as Unenrolled Election Workers, terms to expire July 27, 2022..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Zoning By-Law Review Committee Reinstated
Reestablish the Zoning By-Law Review Committee comprised of the following members
To reestablish the Zoning By-Law Review Committee comprised of the following members: (1) Board of Selectmen (1) Building Inspector (1) Finance Committee Member (2) Planning Board Members (2) Zoning Board of Appeals Members (2) Citizens At Large
From the minutes
“The Board unanimously reestablished the Zoning By-Law Review Committee comprised of the following members: (1) Board of Selectmen (1) Building Inspector (1) Finance Committee Member (2) Planning Board Members (2) Zoning Board of Appeals Members (2) Citizens At Large.”
Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment to Limit Marijuana Stores
Submit this petition Article to the Planning Board
To submit this petition Article to the Planning Board.
The minutes record this action but do not say it was unanimous, give a count, or name how members voted.
From the minutes
“Moved by DiSesa and seconded by Garron, the Board voted to submit this petition Article to the Planning Board..” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
Sandy Nolan & Sue Johnston - Recycling Fee Process
That the recycling fee be set at $50 for FY2022 and that 30 days after the demand notice goes out will be the final date for abatements
To that the recycling fee be set at $50 for FY2022 and that 30 days after the demand notice goes out will be the final date for abatements.
From the minutes
“Moved by DiSesa and seconded by Garron, the Board unanimously voted that the recycling fee be set at $50 for FY2022 and that 30 days after the demand notice goes out will be the final date for abatements..” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
Site Plan Review - 934 Plymouth Street
Check the above site to confirm that the stipulations are being met and notify the Planning Board
To check the above site to confirm that the stipulations are being met and notify the Planning Board.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously voted to check the above site to confirm that the stipulations are being met and notify the Planning Board..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Cafeteria Employees as School Employees
That the employees working at the cafeteria should be officially classified as "School" employees and not classified as "Town" employees
To that the employees working at the cafeteria should be officially classified as "School" employees and not classified as "Town" employees.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and second by DiSesa, the Board unanimously voted that the employees working at the cafeteria should be officially classified as "School" employees and not classified as "Town" employees..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
ARPA Funds
Approve $18,009.90 from the "decreased revenues" portion of its ARPA funds to pay the additional 15 hours per week for the IT specialist for FY2022
To approve $18,009.90 from the "decreased revenues" portion of its ARPA funds to pay the additional 15 hours per week for the IT specialist for FY2022.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously voted to approve $18,009.90 from the "decreased revenues" portion of its ARPA funds to pay the additional 15 hours per week for the IT specialist for FY2022..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Use of Town Hall Green - Boy Scout Recruitment Day
Grant a request from the Halifax Boy Scouts for use of the Town Green on Saturday, September 18th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., for the Boy Scout recruitment day
To grant a request from the Halifax Boy Scouts for use of the Town Green on Saturday, September 18th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., for the Boy Scout recruitment day.
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously granted a request from the Halifax Boy Scouts for use of the Town Green on Saturday, September 18th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., for the Boy Scout recruitment day..” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Holmes Public Library Board of Trustees Appointment
And the Holmes Public Library Board of Trustees voted as follows to appoint Susan Hill to the Holmes Public Library Board of Trustees, term to expire at the next election on May 14, 2022
To and the Holmes Public Library Board of Trustees voted as follows to appoint Susan Hill to the Holmes Public Library Board of Trustees, term to expire at the next election on May 14, 2022:
Joint vote: members of another board voted too (counting everyone, 6 yes and 0 no). Only the Select Board members' votes are shown.
From the minutes
“The Board of Selectmen and the Holmes Public Library Board of Trustees voted as follows to appoint Susan Hill to the Holmes Public Library Board of Trustees, term to expire at the next election on May 14, 2022: Board of Selectmen Gordon C. Andrews yes Troy Garron yes Ashley A. DiSesa yes Library Trustees Madeline Flood yes Patrick Michaels yes Diane Ruxton yes.”
Recycling Abatement Requests from the Treasurer/Collector
Abate the following Recycling Fees: Bill # Fiscal Year 1681 2009 1689 2010 1703 2011
To abate the following Recycling Fees: Bill # Fiscal Year 1681 2009 1689 2010 1703 2011
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board unanimously abated the following Recycling Fees: Bill # Fiscal Year 1681 2009 1689 2010 1703 2011.” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Tyler Nordgren - Appointment to Historical Commission
Appoint Tyler Nordgren to the Historical Commission, term to expire June 30, 2024
To appoint Tyler Nordgren to the Historical Commission, term to expire June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Moved by DiSesa and seconded by Garron, the Board unanimously appointed Tyler Nordgren to the Historical Commission, term to expire June 30, 2024..” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session at 8:03 p.m. to discuss contract negotiations for Sergeants, Patrol Officers, Firefighters, Highway, "Mixed-Unit", Police Chief, Fire Chief & all unions at the SLRSD & HES
To enter into Executive Session at 8:03 p.m. to discuss contract negotiations for Sergeants, Patrol Officers, Firefighters, Highway, "Mixed-Unit", Police Chief, Fire Chief & all unions at the SLRSD & HES:
From the minutes
“Moved by DiSesa and seconded by Garron, the Board voted as follows to enter into Executive Session at 8:03 p.m. to discuss contract negotiations for Sergeants, Patrol Officers, Firefighters, Highway, "Mixed-Unit", Police Chief, Fire Chief & all unions at the SLRSD & HES: Gordon C. Andrews - Yes Troy E. Garron - Yes Ashley A. DiSesa - Yes.” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
Come out of Executive Session at 8:25 p.m
To come out of Executive Session at 8:25 p.m.:
From the minutes
“Moved by Garron and seconded by DiSesa, the Board voted as follows to come out of Executive Session at 8:25 p.m.: Gordon C. Andrews - Yes Troy E. Garron - Yes Ashley A. DiSesa - Yes.” (Motion: Garron, second: DiSesa)
Meeting Adjourned
Adjourn the meeting at 8:34 p.m
To adjourn the meeting at 8:34 p.m.
From the minutes
“There being no further business, moved by DiSesa and seconded by Garron, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:34 p.m..” (Motion: DiSesa, second: Garron)
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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