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August 27, 2024
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: John Bruno, Jonathan Selig, Thomas Pratt
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Executive Session
Enter into Executive Session at 5:47 p.m. in the Town Administrator's Office to discuss the following
To enter into Executive Session at 5:47 p.m. in the Town Administrator's Office to discuss the following: Town Counsel Contract Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21 (a)(2), To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel. Local 1700, Halifax Mixed Unit Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21 (a)(3), To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body. Approval of Executive Session Minutes e August 19, 2024
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board voted as follows to enter into Executive Session at 5:47 p.m. in the Town Administrator's Office to discuss the following: Town Counsel Contract Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21 (a)(2), To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel. Local 1700, Halifax Mixed Unit Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch. 30A, Sec. 21 (a)(3), To discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body. Approval of Executive Session Minutes e August 19, 2024 John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes -. Thomas Pratt - Yes.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Local 1700, Halifax Mixed Unit
Come out of Executive Session at 6:29 p.m. and reconvene in open session
To come out of Executive Session at 6:29 p.m. and reconvene in open session:
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board voted as follows to come out of Executive Session at 6:29 p.m. and reconvene in open session: John Bruno - Yes Jonathan Selig - Yes Thomas Pratt - Yes The Board reconvened in open session at 6:31 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Board as well as those attending today's meeting stood to recite the Pledge of Allegiance..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Scheduled Appointments
Appoint Michael ~ Rugnetta to the finance Committee, term to expire June 15, 2026
To appoint Michael ~ Rugnetta to the finance Committee, term to expire June 15, 2026.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Pratt, the Board unanimously voted to appoint Michael ~ Rugnetta to the finance Committee, term to expire June 15, 2026..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Pratt)
Appoint Cassandra Doyle-Wadden to the Beautification Committee, term to expire June 30, 2025
To appoint Cassandra Doyle-Wadden to the Beautification Committee, term to expire June 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to appoint Cassandra Doyle-Wadden to the Beautification Committee, term to expire June 30, 2025..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Paul Doucette - Conservation Commission Appointment
Appoint Paul Doucette to the Conservation Commission, term to expire June 30, 2027
To appoint Paul Doucette to the Conservation Commission, term to expire June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to appoint Paul Doucette to the Conservation Commission, term to expire June 30, 2027..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Kimberly Campbell - Live Entertainment - The Farm at Raven Brook
Approve the live entertainment permit issued to Kimberly Campbell on the following dates
To approve the live entertainment permit issued to Kimberly Campbell on the following dates: September 27, 2024 September 28, 2024 October 11, 2024 October 12, 2024 October 13, 2024 October 18, 2024 October 19, 2024 October 25, 2024 October 26, 2024 November 1, 2024 November 2, 2024 AFFIRMED COMMITMENT
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Pratt, the Board unanimously voted to approve the live entertainment permit issued to Kimberly Campbell on the following dates: September 27, 2024 September 28, 2024 October 11, 2024 October 12, 2024 October 13, 2024 October 18, 2024 October 19, 2024 October 25, 2024 October 26, 2024 November 1, 2024 November 2, 2024 AFFIRMED COMMITMENT.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Pratt)
Affirmed Commitment
Affirm payment of the following commitment
To affirm payment of the following commitment: Ambulance Commitments For $ 23,869.51 7/29/24 - 8/4/24 APPROVED WARRANTS
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to affirm payment of the following commitment: Ambulance Commitments For $ 23,869.51 7/29/24 - 8/4/24 APPROVED WARRANTS.” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Approved Warrants
Approve payment of the following warrants
To approve payment of the following warrants: Vendor Warrant #15 For $435,765.12 School Warrant #16 For $127,651.59 Payroll Warrant #17 For $267,050.24 Vendor Warrant #18 For $131,717.56 Withholding Warrant #19 For $ 77,516.19 DISCUSSIONS Acknowledge Thomas Schindler's Retirement from the Town The Board acknowledged Mr. Schindler's retirement from the Town of Halifax. Bruno stated he started at the Fire Station as a Call Firefighter many years ago. A letter will be sent congratulating him.
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted as to approve payment of the following warrants: Vendor Warrant #15 For $435,765.12 School Warrant #16 For $127,651.59 Payroll Warrant #17 For $267,050.24 Vendor Warrant #18 For $131,717.56 Withholding Warrant #19 For $ 77,516.19 DISCUSSIONS Acknowledge Thomas Schindler's Retirement from the Town The Board acknowledged Mr. Schindler's retirement from the Town of Halifax. Bruno stated he started at the Fire Station as a Call Firefighter many years ago. A letter will be sent congratulating him..” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Approval of Selectmen Minutes
Approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - August 19, 2024
To approve the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - August 19, 2024
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously approved the following Selectmen Minutes: Regular Session - August 19, 2024.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Road Openings
Approve a road opening - permit issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for a 4' x 6' road cut at 132 & 132A Plymouth . Street
To approve a road opening - permit issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for a 4' x 6' road cut at 132 & 132A Plymouth . Street.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Pratt, the Board unanimously voted to approve a road opening - permit issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for a 4' x 6' road cut at 132 & 132A Plymouth . Street..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Pratt)
Approve a road opening permit issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for a 4' x 6' road cut at 596 Monponsett Street
To approve a road opening permit issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for a 4' x 6' road cut at 596 Monponsett Street.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to approve a road opening permit issued to Eversource Gas of Massachusetts for a 4' x 6' road cut at 596 Monponsett Street..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Use of Town Green Request - Halifax Congregational Church
Approve the request from the Halifax Congregational Church to use the circular driveway, the lawn area directly in front of the Town Hall and the small area to the left of Town Hall on Saturday,...
To approve the request from the Halifax Congregational Church to use the circular driveway, the lawn area directly in front of the Town Hall and the small area to the left of Town Hall on Saturday, September 14", from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a rain date of Saturday, September 28", for the church's annual Flea Market Signature Authority Form
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously approved the request from the Halifax Congregational Church to use the circular driveway, the lawn area directly in front of the Town Hall and the small area to the left of Town Hall on Saturday, September 14", from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a rain date of Saturday, September 28", for the church's annual Flea Market Signature Authority Form.” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Approve the signature authority form from Water Department listing Richard Clark as the alternate person to sign payroll in the absence of Bill Lindsey
To approve the signature authority form from Water Department listing Richard Clark as the alternate person to sign payroll in the absence of Bill Lindsey.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Pratt, the Board unanimously voted to approve the signature authority form from Water Department listing Richard Clark as the alternate person to sign payroll in the absence of Bill Lindsey..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Pratt)
Discussion on Special Town Meeting Date
Schedule the Special Town Meeting for December 16, 2024
To schedule the Special Town Meeting for December 16, 2024.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Pratt, the Board unanimously voted to schedule the Special Town Meeting for December 16, 2024..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Pratt)
National Grid Electric Vehicle Charging Station Incentive & Agreement
Approve the agreement with National Grid and vote to allow the Town Administrator, Cody Haddad, sign on behalf of the town
To approve the agreement with National Grid and vote to allow the Town Administrator, Cody Haddad, sign on behalf of the town.
From the minutes
“Moved by Bruno and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to approve the agreement with National Grid and vote to allow the Town Administrator, Cody Haddad, sign on behalf of the town..” (Motion: Bruno, second: Selig)
Meeting Adjourned
Adjourn the meeting at 7:31 p.m. Thomas Pratt Date approved Clerk /ev /pjm
To adjourn the meeting at 7:31 p.m. Thomas Pratt Date approved Clerk /ev /pjm
From the minutes
“There being no further business, moved by Selig and seconded by Pratt, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:31 p.m. Thomas Pratt Date approved Clerk /ev /pjm.” (Motion: Selig, second: Pratt)
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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