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March 19, 2025
12 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Patricia Conway, Pamela Campanella, Katie Goldrick
Absent: William Watkins, Kevin Costa
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Go into executive session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real estate and contract terms thereof with136 Phillips Road TLA Holbrook…
Motion made by Goldrick: I move to go into executive session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real estate and contract terms thereof with136 Phillips Road TLA Holbrook, and the chair declares that open session would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigation position of the public body, and Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) – to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with union and nonunion personnel DPW Union Negotiations, Clerical Union and New Police Chief Contract Negotiations Din Jenkins We plan to return to regular session following the executive session, at 7:15 pm. Seconded by Campanella The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent
From the minutes
“Motion made by Goldrick: I move to go into executive session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real estate and contract terms thereof with136 Phillips Road TLA Holbrook, and the chair declares that open session would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigation position of the public body, and Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) – to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with union and nonunion personnel DPW Union Negotiations, Clerical Union and New Police Chief Contract Negotiations Din Jenkins We plan to return to regular session following the executive session, at 7:15 pm. Seconded by Campanella The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent.” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Accept the FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant
Motion by Goldrick: I moved to accept the FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I moved to accept the FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent.” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Designate Michael McGovern, Town Administrator, as a certified officer for the fiscal 2025 CDBG application and grant
Motion by Goldrick: I moved to designate Michael McGovern, Town Administrator, as a certified officer for the fiscal 2025 CDBG application and grant. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I moved to designate Michael McGovern, Town Administrator, as a certified officer for the fiscal 2025 CDBG application and grant. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent.” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Approve HGAC and the cooperative purchasing program as presented
Motion by Goldrick: I move to approve HGAC and the cooperative purchasing program as presented. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I move to approve HGAC and the cooperative purchasing program as presented. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent.” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Approve the posting of the Council on Aging part-time coordinator position as presented
Motion by Goldrick: I move to approve the posting of the Council on Aging part-time coordinator position as presented. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I move to approve the posting of the Council on Aging part-time coordinator position as presented. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent.” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Approve the posting of the principal clerk payroll position as presented
Motion by Goldrick: I move to approve the posting of the principal clerk payroll position as presented. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent Discuss and Vote: Holbrook Park Permit The board discussed and voted on a new Holbrook Park permit.
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I move to approve the posting of the principal clerk payroll position as presented. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent Discuss and Vote: Holbrook Park Permit The board discussed and voted on a new Holbrook Park permit..” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Accept the Holbrook Park permit as presented and approve its implementation for immediate use
Motion by Goldrick: I move to accept the Holbrook Park permit as presented and approve its implementation for immediate use. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I move to accept the Holbrook Park permit as presented and approve its implementation for immediate use. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent.” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Approve the following meeting dates for the calendar for 2025: April 2nd and 16th, May 7th and 21st, June 4th and 18th
Motion by Goldrick: I move to approve the following meeting dates for the calendar for 2025: April 2nd and 16th, May 7th and 21st, June 4th and 18th. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I move to approve the following meeting dates for the calendar for 2025: April 2nd and 16th, May 7th and 21st, June 4th and 18th. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent.” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Accept the RISE grant for $50,000
Motion by Goldrick: I move to accept the RISE grant for $50,000. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I move to accept the RISE grant for $50,000. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent.” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Appoint Madam Chair Conway and Member Goldrick to the HR subcommittee
Motion by Goldrick: I move to appoint Madam Chair Conway and Member Goldrick to the HR subcommittee. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I move to appoint Madam Chair Conway and Member Goldrick to the HR subcommittee. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent.” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Approve and accept the minutes as presented for the following dates: 03/05/2025, 01/15/2025, 11/20/2024, 10/21/2024, 10/02/2024, 09/18/2024, 09/04/2024, 08/21/2024
Motion by Goldrick: I move to approve and accept the minutes as presented for the following dates: 03/05/2025, 01/15/2025, 11/20/2024, 10/21/2024, 10/02/2024, 09/18/2024, 09/04/2024, 08/21/2024. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella – Yes (except abstaining from 08/21, 01/15, 10/02, and 09/04) Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent
Pamela Campanella voted yes "(except abstaining from 08/21, 01/15, 10/02, and 09/04)".
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I move to approve and accept the minutes as presented for the following dates: 03/05/2025, 01/15/2025, 11/20/2024, 10/21/2024, 10/02/2024, 09/18/2024, 09/04/2024, 08/21/2024. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella – Yes (except abstaining from 08/21, 01/15, 10/02, and 09/04) Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent.” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
Adjourn 8:35 pm the meeting
Motion by Goldrick: I move to adjourn 8:35 pm the meeting. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent The meeting was adjourned.
From the minutes
“Motion by Goldrick: I move to adjourn 8:35 pm the meeting. Campanella seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: The motion passed unanimously with a roll call vote: 3/0 Goldrick - Yes Campanella - Yes Conway - Yes Watkins - Absent Costa – Absent The meeting was adjourned..” (Motion: Goldrick, second: Campanella)
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