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February 19, 2025
7 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Patricia Conway, Kevin Costa, William Watkins, Pamela Campanella
Absent: Katie Goldrick
During the meeting:
- Pamela Campanella joined during the executive session.
Every vote, in order
Go into executive session pursuant to Mass General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the…
Mr. Costa moved to go into executive session pursuant to Mass General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the town's position, clerical arbitration. The board planned to return to regular session following executive session at 7:15 PM. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Yay ● Watkins: Yes ● Conway: Yes
From the minutes
“Mr. Costa moved to go into executive session pursuant to Mass General Law Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the town's position, clerical arbitration. The board planned to return to regular session following executive session at 7:15 PM. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Yay ● Watkins: Yes ● Conway: Yes.” (Motion: Costa, second: Watkins)
Approve a contract for Eric Erskine as the Director of Inspectional Services in the amount of $101,900 annually with an end date of 06/30/2026
Mr. Costa made a motion: Mr. Costa moved to approve a contract for Eric Erskine as the Director of Inspectional Services in the amount of $101,900 annually with an end date of 06/30/2026. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Yay ● Watkins: Yay ● Campanella: Abstain ● Conway: Yes The motion passed 3-0-1. Discuss and Vote
Yes: Conway, Costa, Watkins
From the minutes
“Mr. Costa made a motion: Mr. Costa moved to approve a contract for Eric Erskine as the Director of Inspectional Services in the amount of $101,900 annually with an end date of 06/30/2026. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Yay ● Watkins: Yay ● Campanella: Abstain ● Conway: Yes The motion passed 3-0-1. Discuss and Vote.” (Motion: Costa, second: Watkins)
Approve the Public Library Association digital literacy grant in the amount of $5,000
After discussion, a motion was made: Mr. Watkins made a motion to approve the Public Library Association digital literacy grant in the amount of $5,000. Ms. Campanella seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Campanella: Yes ● Watkins: Yes ● Conway: Abstain ● Costa: Yes The motion passed. Discuss and Vote
Yes: Campanella, Costa, Watkins
From the minutes
“After discussion, a motion was made: Mr. Watkins made a motion to approve the Public Library Association digital literacy grant in the amount of $5,000. Ms. Campanella seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Campanella: Yes ● Watkins: Yes ● Conway: Abstain ● Costa: Yes The motion passed. Discuss and Vote.” (Motion: Watkins, second: Campanella)
Approve the Rotary Club permit for Sumner Field Easter egg hunt fundraiser on April 12 with the event time of 9 AM to 3 PM
After discussion, a motion was made: Mr. Costa moved to approve the Rotary Club permit for Sumner Field Easter egg hunt fundraiser on April 12 with the event time of 9 AM to 3 PM. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Yay ● Watkins: Yes ● Campanella: Yes ● Conway: Yes The motion passed 4-0.
From the minutes
“After discussion, a motion was made: Mr. Costa moved to approve the Rotary Club permit for Sumner Field Easter egg hunt fundraiser on April 12 with the event time of 9 AM to 3 PM. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Yay ● Watkins: Yes ● Campanella: Yes ● Conway: Yes The motion passed 4-0..” (Motion: Costa, second: Watkins)
Approve opening the warrant starting 02/20/2025 for the special and annual town meeting to be held in May 14 & 15 2025
Mr. Costa moved to approve opening the warrant starting 02/20/2025 for the special and annual town meeting to be held in May 14 & 15 2025. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Aye ● Watkins: Yes ● Campanella: Yes ● Conway: Yes The motion passed 4-0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Costa moved to approve opening the warrant starting 02/20/2025 for the special and annual town meeting to be held in May 14 & 15 2025. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Aye ● Watkins: Yes ● Campanella: Yes ● Conway: Yes The motion passed 4-0..” (Motion: Costa, second: Watkins)
Approve closing the warrant end of business 03/28/2025 for the special and annual town meeting to be held in May 2025
Mr. Costa moved to approve closing the warrant end of business 03/28/2025 for the special and annual town meeting to be held in May 2025. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Yay ● Watkins: Yes ● Campanella: Yes ● Conway: Yes The motion passed 4-0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Costa moved to approve closing the warrant end of business 03/28/2025 for the special and annual town meeting to be held in May 2025. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Yay ● Watkins: Yes ● Campanella: Yes ● Conway: Yes The motion passed 4-0..” (Motion: Costa, second: Watkins)
Adjourn
Mr. Costa made a motion to adjourn. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Yay ● Watkins: Yes ● Campanella: Yes ● Conway: Yes The meeting was adjourned.
From the minutes
“Mr. Costa made a motion to adjourn. Mr. Watkins seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: ● Costa: Yay ● Watkins: Yes ● Campanella: Yes ● Conway: Yes The meeting was adjourned..” (Motion: Costa, second: Watkins)
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