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November 22, 2022
21 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: John Bruno, Jonathan Selig, Naja R. Nessralla
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Agenda
Approve the Agenda for Tuesday, November 22, 2022
To approve the Agenda for Tuesday, November 22, 2022.
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously approved the Agenda for Tuesday, November 22, 2022..” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Minutes
Approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - November 23, 2021 Regular Session - November 30, 2021
To approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - November 23, 2021 Regular Session - November 30, 2021
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously voted to approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - November 23, 2021 Regular Session - November 30, 2021.” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Affirmed Warrant
Affirm payment of the following warrant: Vendor Warrant #45 $ 293,805.78
To affirm payment of the following warrant: Vendor Warrant #45 $ 293,805.78
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously affirmed payment of the following warrant: Vendor Warrant #45 $ 293,805.78.” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Approved Warrants & Commitment
Approve payment of the following warrants and commitment
To approve payment of the following warrants and commitment: Payroll Warrant #46 $ 409,917.05 Vendor Warrant #47 $ 108,060.84 Withholding Warrant #48 $ 144,519.00 Ambulance Commitment for $ 38,846.67 11/7/22 - 11/13/22
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously approved payment of the following warrants and commitment: Payroll Warrant #46 $ 409,917.05 Vendor Warrant #47 $ 108,060.84 Withholding Warrant #48 $ 144,519.00 Ambulance Commitment for $ 38,846.67 11/7/22 - 11/13/22.” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Approved Bills
Approve payment of the following Selectmen bills
To approve payment of the following Selectmen bills: National Grid (electricity/Town Hall) …………………............. $ 1,231.17 W.B. Mason (nameplates) .…………………………………….. $ 63.82 Cushman Insurance (bond/M. Smith) …………………………. $ 10.00 William August, Esq. (legal/October) …..................................... $ 290.00 CNA Surety Direct Bill (dishonesty bond) …………………… $ 737.97
From the minutes
“Moved by Nessralla and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously approved payment of the following Selectmen bills: National Grid (electricity/Town Hall) …………………............. $ 1,231.17 W.B. Mason (nameplates) .…………………………………….. $ 63.82 Cushman Insurance (bond/M. Smith) …………………………. $ 10.00 William August, Esq. (legal/October) …..................................... $ 290.00 CNA Surety Direct Bill (dishonesty bond) …………………… $ 737.97.” (Motion: Nessralla, second: Selig)
Mobile Home Park Fee Change
Reduce the Mobile Home fee from $5,160 to $5,148
To reduce the Mobile Home fee from $5,160 to $5,148.
From the minutes
“Moved by Nessralla and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to reduce the Mobile Home fee from $5,160 to $5,148..” (Motion: Nessralla, second: Selig)
Selectmen Office Hours
Establish office hours on the 1st Tuesday of the month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10:30 to 12:00 noon
To establish office hours on the 1st Tuesday of the month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10:30 to 12:00 noon.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to establish office hours on the 1st Tuesday of the month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10:30 to 12:00 noon..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Recycling Abatements
Deny abatement request for Bill #1269 based on the fact that all the necessary documents were not received by the deadline date of November 5, 2022
To deny abatement request for Bill #1269 based on the fact that all the necessary documents were not received by the deadline date of November 5, 2022.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and second by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to deny abatement request for Bill #1269 based on the fact that all the necessary documents were not received by the deadline date of November 5, 2022..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Abate Bill #2453, #892 and #642 based on the fact the office has received written confirmation from the private haulers that they provide recycling services to the residents
To abate Bill #2453, #892 and #642 based on the fact the office has received written confirmation from the private haulers that they provide recycling services to the residents.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to abate Bill #2453, #892 and #642 based on the fact the office has received written confirmation from the private haulers that they provide recycling services to the residents..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Abate Bill #2204 based on the fact that the property is vacant, and the resident provided an electric bill showing minimum usage
To abate Bill #2204 based on the fact that the property is vacant, and the resident provided an electric bill showing minimum usage.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and second by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to abate Bill #2204 based on the fact that the property is vacant, and the resident provided an electric bill showing minimum usage..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
That any abatements received after Tuesday, November 22nd, will not be accepted and a letter will be sent to the resident stating that
To that any abatements received after Tuesday, November 22nd, will not be accepted and a letter will be sent to the resident stating that.
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously voted that any abatements received after Tuesday, November 22nd, will not be accepted and a letter will be sent to the resident stating that..” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Scheduled Appointments
Appoint Steven Littlefield as the Veterans Agent, Veterans Service Officer and Burial Agent with his term expiring June 30, 2023
To appoint Steven Littlefield as the Veterans Agent, Veterans Service Officer and Burial Agent with his term expiring June 30, 2023.
The minutes say the Board "unambiguously" appointed him (probably meant "unanimously"), so we show the result only. 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 Bruno and seconded by Selig , the Board unambiguously appointed Steven Littlefield as the Veterans Agent, Veterans Service Officer and Burial Agent with his term expiring June 30, 2023..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Darlene Regan
Approve the hiring of the van driver at a Grade 2, Step 4
To approve the hiring of the van driver at a Grade 2, Step 4.
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously voted to approve the hiring of the van driver at a Grade 2, Step 4..” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Re-Classify Job Description
Change the job title for the Council on Aging from Receptionist to Administrative Associate
To change the job title for the Council on Aging from Receptionist to Administrative Associate.
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously voted to change the job title for the Council on Aging from Receptionist to Administrative Associate..” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Donation of Land to the Town - 0 Hill Street
Respond to Mr
To respond to Mr.
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously voted to respond to Mr..” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Signature Authority Form
Authorize Selig be the primary signer for the office payroll
To authorize Selig be the primary signer for the office payroll.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously authorize Selig be the primary signer for the office payroll..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Nessralla)
Authorize Nessralla be the alternate signer for the office payroll
To authorize Nessralla be the alternate signer for the office payroll.
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Bruno, the Board unanimously authorize Nessralla be the alternate signer for the office payroll..” (Motion: Selig, second: Bruno)
Holidays in Halifax Update
Affirm approval of the following Selectmen Minutes
To affirm approval of the following Selectmen Minutes: September 21, 2021, September 28, 2021, October 12, 2021, November 2, 2021, June 28, 2022, July 26, 2022, August 18, 2022, August 23, 2022, August 25, 2022, August 30, 2022, September 1, 2022, September 13, 2022, September 27, 2022 and October 11, 2022.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously affirmed approval of the following Selectmen Minutes: September 21, 2021, September 28, 2021, October 12, 2021, November 2, 2021, June 28, 2022, July 26, 2022, August 18, 2022, August 23, 2022, August 25, 2022, August 30, 2022, September 1, 2022, September 13, 2022, September 27, 2022 and October 11, 2022..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Gave Bruno the authority to respond to advice from legal counsel regarding the matter of the open meeting law violation stated previously
To gave Bruno the authority to respond to advice from legal counsel regarding the matter of the open meeting law violation stated previously.
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously gave Bruno the authority to respond to advice from legal counsel regarding the matter of the open meeting law violation stated previously..” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session at 8:05 p.m. to discuss contract negotiations for the Town Administrator
To enter into Executive Session at 8:05 p.m. to discuss contract negotiations for the Town Administrator. As discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining in an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board voted as follows to enter into Executive Session at 8:05 p.m. to discuss contract negotiations for the Town Administrator. As discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining in an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Meeting Adjourned
Adjourn the meeting at 9:25 p.m
To adjourn the meeting at 9:25 p.m.
From the minutes
“There being no further business, moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 p.m..” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
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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