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June 13, 2023
26 recorded votes, 0 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, June 13, 2023
To approve the Agenda for Tuesday, June 13, 2023.
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously approved the Agenda for Tuesday, June 13, 2023..” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session at 5:35 p.m. to discuss the following
To enter into Executive Session at 5:35 p.m. to discuss the following: Fire Chief Contract Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21 (a)(2), To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. Contract Negotiations Firefighters, Highway, Mixed Unit, Patrol Officers & Sergeants Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21 (a)(3), As discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining in an open meeting may have 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 5:35 p.m. to discuss the following: Fire Chief Contract Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21 (a)(2), To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. Contract Negotiations Firefighters, Highway, Mixed Unit, Patrol Officers & Sergeants Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21 (a)(3), As discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining in an open meeting may have detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Contract Negotiations
Come out of Executive Session at 5:55 p.m
To come out of Executive Session at 5:55 p.m.:
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board voted as follows to come out of Executive Session at 5:55 p.m.: John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Minutes
Approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - August 31, 2021 Regular Session - March 25, 2022 Regular Session - February 7, 2023 Regular Session - March 28, 2023 Regular Session -...
To approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - August 31, 2021 Regular Session - March 25, 2022 Regular Session - February 7, 2023 Regular Session - March 28, 2023 Regular Session - April 11, 2023 Regular Session - April 25, 2023
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Nessralla, the Board unanimously voted to approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - August 31, 2021 Regular Session - March 25, 2022 Regular Session - February 7, 2023 Regular Session - March 28, 2023 Regular Session - April 11, 2023 Regular Session - April 25, 2023.” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Affirmed Warrants & Commitments
Affirm payment of the following warrants & commitments
To affirm payment of the following warrants & commitments: Vendor Warrant #110 $ 81,391.39 Payroll Warrant #111 $ 486,054.09 Vendor Warrant #112 $ 92,112.99 Withholding Warrant #113 $ 166,168.10 Payroll Warrant #114 $ 857,413.68 Withholding Warrant #116 $ 253,174.15 Ambulance Commitments For $ 88,376.41 5/11/23 - 5/21/23 Ambulance Commitments For $ 10,993.26 5/22/23 - 5/28/23 Ambulance Commitments For $ 48,030.10 5/29/23 - 6/4/23
From the minutes
“Moved by Nessralla and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously affirmed payment of the following warrants & commitments: Vendor Warrant #110 $ 81,391.39 Payroll Warrant #111 $ 486,054.09 Vendor Warrant #112 $ 92,112.99 Withholding Warrant #113 $ 166,168.10 Payroll Warrant #114 $ 857,413.68 Withholding Warrant #116 $ 253,174.15 Ambulance Commitments For $ 88,376.41 5/11/23 - 5/21/23 Ambulance Commitments For $ 10,993.26 5/22/23 - 5/28/23 Ambulance Commitments For $ 48,030.10 5/29/23 - 6/4/23.” (Motion: Nessralla, second: Selig)
Approved Warrants & Commitment
Approve payment of the following warrants & commitment
To approve payment of the following warrants & commitment: School Warrant #115 $ 869,106.45 Vendor Warrant #117 $ 66,302.74 Mobile Home Park Fee #6 $ 5,148.00
From the minutes
“Moved by Nessralla and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously approved payment of the following warrants & commitment: School Warrant #115 $ 869,106.45 Vendor Warrant #117 $ 66,302.74 Mobile Home Park Fee #6 $ 5,148.00.” (Motion: Nessralla, second: Selig)
Approved Bills
Approve payment of the following Selectmen bills
To approve payment of the following Selectmen bills: Cody Haddad (reimbursement/Adobe) …………………...................... $ 21.24 William August, Esq. (legal/May) …..................................................... $ 120.00 RELX Inc. d/b/a LexisNexis (Ma Law Subscription) ………………… $ 78.00 Brooks & DeRensis (legal/May) …………………................................ $ 11,477.68 Automated Business Solutions (service on Sel. Assist. copier) ………. $ 165.00 O'Reilly (parts/2016 Ford Interceptor/Inspectional car) ……………… $ 178.31 O'Reilly (parts/2016 Ford Interceptor/Inspectional car) ……………… $ 346.46 John F. Dolan Esq. Lighthouse Legal Counsel, LLC (labor matters) … $ 936.00
From the minutes
“Moved by Nessralla and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously approved payment of the following Selectmen bills: Cody Haddad (reimbursement/Adobe) …………………...................... $ 21.24 William August, Esq. (legal/May) …..................................................... $ 120.00 RELX Inc. d/b/a LexisNexis (Ma Law Subscription) ………………… $ 78.00 Brooks & DeRensis (legal/May) …………………................................ $ 11,477.68 Automated Business Solutions (service on Sel. Assist. copier) ………. $ 165.00 O'Reilly (parts/2016 Ford Interceptor/Inspectional car) ……………… $ 178.31 O'Reilly (parts/2016 Ford Interceptor/Inspectional car) ……………… $ 346.46 John F. Dolan Esq. Lighthouse Legal Counsel, LLC (labor matters) … $ 936.00.” (Motion: Nessralla, second: Selig)
Road Opening - 23 Dartmouth Street
Approve the road opening at 23 Dartmouth Street
To approve the road opening at 23 Dartmouth Street. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to approve the road opening at 23 Dartmouth Street. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Road Opening - 20 Harvard Street
Approve the road opening at 20 Harvard Street
To approve the road opening at 20 Harvard Street. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to approve the road opening at 20 Harvard Street. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Road Opening - 12 Harvard Street
Approve the road opening at 12 Harvard Street
To approve the road opening at 12 Harvard Street. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to approve the road opening at 12 Harvard Street. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Representative to Old Colony Elder Services - appoint Nancy Smith-Clancy
Appoint Nancy Smith-Clancy as the representative to Old Colony Elder Services
To appoint Nancy Smith-Clancy as the representative to Old Colony Elder Services. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to appoint Nancy Smith-Clancy as the representative to Old Colony Elder Services. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Use of Town Green - CoA
Approve the use of the Town Green on July 28, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This motion was seconded by Selig
To approve the use of the Town Green on July 28, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to approve the use of the Town Green on July 28, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Use of Town Green - Boy Scouts
Approve the use of the Town Green on July 22, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 8AM to 1PM. This motion was seconded by Nessralla
To approve the use of the Town Green on July 22, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 8AM to 1PM. This motion was seconded by Nessralla.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to approve the use of the Town Green on July 22, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 8AM to 1PM. This motion was seconded by Nessralla. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Nessralla)
Frederick Corrigan - Appointment to the Council on Aging
Appoint Frederick Corrigan to the Council on Aging with a term to expire June 30, 2025
To appoint Frederick Corrigan to the Council on Aging with a term to expire June 30, 2025. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to appoint Frederick Corrigan to the Council on Aging with a term to expire June 30, 2025. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Energy Aggregation Contract
Affirm the contract with Firth Point Power for .15178 from September 2023 until November 2025
To affirm the contract with Firth Point Power for .15178 from September 2023 until November 2025. This motion was seconded by Nessralla.
From the minutes
“Selig motioned to affirm the contract with Firth Point Power for .15178 from September 2023 until November 2025. This motion was seconded by Nessralla. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Revised Policy on Food & Beverage Expenditures
Repeal the current Board of Selectmen Food and Beverage Policy and accept the Department of Revenues
To repeal the current Board of Selectmen Food and Beverage Policy and accept the Department of Revenues. This motion was seconded by Bruno.
From the minutes
“Selig motioned to repeal the current Board of Selectmen Food and Beverage Policy and accept the Department of Revenues. This motion was seconded by Bruno. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Selig, second: Bruno)
Vacation Carryover Requests
Accept the carryover request of 40 hours from Council on Aging Director Darlene Regan
To accept the carryover request of 40 hours from Council on Aging Director Darlene Regan. This motion was seconded by Nessralla.
From the minutes
“Selig motioned to accept the carryover request of 40 hours from Council on Aging Director Darlene Regan. This motion was seconded by Nessralla. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Selig, second: Nessralla)
Noise Complaint - 122 Monponsett Street
Draft a certified letter for the homeowners of 122 Monponsett Street
To draft a certified letter for the homeowners of 122 Monponsett Street. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to draft a certified letter for the homeowners of 122 Monponsett Street. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Deputy Chief of Police Position
Enter into contract negotiation
To enter into contract negotiation. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to enter into contract negotiation. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Projects Funded with ARPA Funds
Approve the $25,000 project funds for maintenance building
To approve the $25,000 project funds for maintenance building. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Nessralla motioned to approve the $25,000 project funds for maintenance building. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Nessralla, second: Selig)
Open Meeting Law Complaint - May 23, 2023, Board of Selectmen Meeting
Send a response letter for the open meeting law violation
To send a response letter for the open meeting law violation. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to send a response letter for the open meeting law violation. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Awarding of Trash Collection Contract - All State Waste
Approve and enter into contract negotiation and to get information out to the public as soon as possible and by all means on communication
To approve and enter into contract negotiation and to get information out to the public as soon as possible and by all means on communication. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to approve and enter into contract negotiation and to get information out to the public as soon as possible and by all means on communication. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Letter from Halifax Elementary School Student Council
Reappoint John F. O'Brien Jr. as the Gas & Plumbing Inspector and Thomas Leary as the Assistant Gas & Plumbing Inspector, terms to expire June 30, 2024
To reappoint John F. O'Brien Jr. as the Gas & Plumbing Inspector and Thomas Leary as the Assistant Gas & Plumbing Inspector, terms to expire June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to reappoint John F. O'Brien Jr. as the Gas & Plumbing Inspector and Thomas Leary as the Assistant Gas & Plumbing Inspector, terms to expire June 30, 2024..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Ambulance Abatements
Approve ambulance abatements for May 2023 in the amount of $66,119.08
To approve ambulance abatements for May 2023 in the amount of $66,119.08.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to approve ambulance abatements for May 2023 in the amount of $66,119.08..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Fire Chief Contract
Sign and approve the Fire Chief Contract
To sign and approve the Fire Chief Contract. This motion was seconded by Selig.
From the minutes
“Bruno motioned to sign and approve the Fire Chief Contract. This motion was seconded by Selig. John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Naja R. Nessralla - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Meeting Adjourned
Adjourn the meeting at 7:40 p.m
To adjourn the meeting at 7:40 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 7:40 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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