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August 11, 2026
2 meetings this evening, 13 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Halifax Board of Selectmen · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
Attendance
Present: Thomas Pratt, Jonathan Selig
Absent: William Smith
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
HCVE West End of Old Plymouth Street
Approve the MassDOT District 5 recommendation establishing a Heavy Commercial Vehicle Exclusion for the western portion of Old Plymouth Street
To approve the MassDOT District 5 recommendation establishing a Heavy Commercial Vehicle Exclusion for the western portion of Old Plymouth Street.
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to approve the MassDOT District 5 recommendation establishing a Heavy Commercial Vehicle Exclusion for the western portion of Old Plymouth Street..” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Comfort Dog Roxy Retirement Recommendation
Approve Chief Chave's recommendation for the the retirement of Comfort Dog Roxy and authorize the transfer of Roxy to Officer Campbell and family, subject to documentation prepared by Town Counsel
To approve Chief Chave's recommendation for the the retirement of Comfort Dog Roxy and authorize the transfer of Roxy to Officer Campbell and family, subject to documentation prepared by Town Counsel.
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to approve Chief Chave's recommendation for the the retirement of Comfort Dog Roxy and authorize the transfer of Roxy to Officer Campbell and family, subject to documentation prepared by Town Counsel..” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Support placement of the Principal Assessor/Appraiser at Step 2, retroactive to July 1, 2026, and maintain eligibility for a third week of vacation based on prior service, subject to funding...
To support placement of the Principal Assessor/Appraiser at Step 2, retroactive to July 1, 2026, and maintain eligibility for a third week of vacation based on prior service, subject to funding approval at a future Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to support placement of the Principal Assessor/Appraiser at Step 2, retroactive to July 1, 2026, and maintain eligibility for a third week of vacation based on prior service, subject to funding approval at a future Town Meeting..” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
1 - day liquor licenses for numerous days - Upland Ale Comp. /Brewery 44
Approve the requested one-day beer and wine licenses for the dates and hours submitted
To approve the requested one-day beer and wine licenses for the dates and hours submitted.
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to approve the requested one-day beer and wine licenses for the dates and hours submitted..” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Zoning Bylaw Review Committee
Establish a five-member Zoning Bylaw Review Committee consisting of one representative from the Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee, Planning Board, and Zoning Board of Appeals, together with...
To establish a five-member Zoning Bylaw Review Committee consisting of one representative from the Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee, Planning Board, and Zoning Board of Appeals, together with one member- at-large appointed through the Talent Bank process, with terms expiring June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to establish a five-member Zoning Bylaw Review Committee consisting of one representative from the Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee, Planning Board, and Zoning Board of Appeals, together with one member- at-large appointed through the Talent Bank process, with terms expiring June 30, 2027..” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Approval of Selectmen Minutes
Approve the following Selectmen Meeting minutes
To approve the following Selectmen Meeting minutes: May 12, 2026 June 9, 2026 June 23, 2026
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to approve the following Selectmen Meeting minutes: May 12, 2026 June 9, 2026 June 23, 2026.” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Affirm Approval Warrants
Affirm payment of the following warrants
To affirm payment of the following warrants: Withholding Warrant #7 For $ 80,079.18 Vendor Warrant #8 For $ 329,613.02 School Warrant #10 For $ 52,091.38
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Pratt, the Board unanimously voted to affirm payment of the following warrants: Withholding Warrant #7 For $ 80,079.18 Vendor Warrant #8 For $ 329,613.02 School Warrant #10 For $ 52,091.38.” (Motion: Selig, second: Pratt)
Approval Warrants & Commitment
Approve payment of the following warrants & commitment
To approve payment of the following warrants & commitment: Payroll Warrant #9 For $ 290,260.17 Vendor Warrant #12 For $ 316,379.11 Mobile Home Park Fee #8 For $ 5,160.00
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Pratt, the Board unanimously voted to approve payment of the following warrants & commitment: Payroll Warrant #9 For $ 290,260.17 Vendor Warrant #12 For $ 316,379.11 Mobile Home Park Fee #8 For $ 5,160.00.” (Motion: Selig, second: Pratt)
Town Green Request - Beautification Committee
Grant the request from the Beautification Committee to use the Town Green on Saturday, October 10, from 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 11th from 12:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for its Fall...
To grant the request from the Beautification Committee to use the Town Green on Saturday, October 10, from 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 11th from 12:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for its Fall Clean-Up Day.
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously granted the request from the Beautification Committee to use the Town Green on Saturday, October 10, from 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 11th from 12:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for its Fall Clean-Up Day..” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Signature Authority Forms
Approve the signature authority designations as submitted
To approve the signature authority designations as submitted.
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to approve the signature authority designations as submitted..” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Contact for Cold Planing and In-Place Bituminous - Bannon Paving LLC
Approve the contract with Bennon Paving LLC as the lowest responsible bidder
To approve the contract with Bennon Paving LLC as the lowest responsible bidder.
From the minutes
“Moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to approve the contract with Bennon Paving LLC as the lowest responsible bidder..” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Meeting Adjourned
Adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m
To adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m.
From the minutes
“There being no further business, moved by Pratt and seconded by Selig, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m..” (Motion: Pratt, second: Selig)
Halifax Board of Selectmen · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
Attendance
Present: Thomas Pratt, Jonathan Selig, William Smith
Absent: None
1 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Discussions
Enter into Executive Session at 9:02 a.m. with Selectmen Thomas Pratt, Jonathan Selig and Town Administrator, Steven Solbo (William Smith was not present) to discuss the possible dismissal of a...
To enter into Executive Session at 9:02 a.m. with Selectmen Thomas Pratt, Jonathan Selig and Town Administrator, Steven Solbo (William Smith was not present) to discuss the possible dismissal of a public officer or individual, pursuant to the provisions of G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(1). (Anticipated to be in executive session but maybe public).
Yes: Pratt, SeligThe roll call lists William Smith as absent.
From the minutes
“Moved by Selig and seconded by Pratt, the Board voted as follows to enter into Executive Session at 9:02 a.m. with Selectmen Thomas Pratt, Jonathan Selig and Town Administrator, Steven Solbo (William Smith was not present) to discuss the possible dismissal of a public officer or individual, pursuant to the provisions of G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(1). (Anticipated to be in executive session but maybe public). Thomas Pratt - Yes William Smith - Not Present Jonathan Selig - Yes.” (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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