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February 16, 2021
17 recorded votes, 17 with disagreement.
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Present: Jessica M. Kramer, Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Richard Arruda, Sheila Vaughn
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the request from Hope Floats Healing and Weilness Center, Inc. to hold the Ei
I move to approve the request from Hope Floats Healing and Weilness Center, Inc. to hold the Eighth Annual 5K Memory Walk Road Race on Saturday, October 2, 2021 according to the traffic control plan presented with the following conditions: e That we are in Phase 4 of the Massachusetts reopening plan. ® contingent upon the event coordinator contacting the police department to confirm the scheduling of two police officers at the designated high traffic count intersections and to consult with public health officials to determine best practices to ensure the safety of all community members. Mr Brack also announced a community lighting event that will be held on March 6-7 at Hope Floats Healing a
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From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Emberg, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to approve the request from Hope Floats Healing and Weilness Center, Inc. to hold the Eighth Annual 5K Memory Walk Road Race on Saturday, October 2, 2021 according to the traffic control plan presented with the following conditions: e That we are in Phase 4 of the Massachusetts reopening plan. ® contingent upon the event coordinator contacting the police department to confirm the scheduling of two police officers at the designated high traffic count intersections and to consult with public health officials to determine best practices to ensure the safety of all community members. Mr. Brack also announced a community lighting event that will be he.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Open the public hearing
I move to open the public hearing.
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“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vot.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Continue the public hearing until March 16, 2021 at 6:15 PM and to have the Town Admi
I move to continue the public hearing until March 16, 2021 at 6:15 PM and to have the Town Administrator put a placeholder on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant for the purchase of the property. The Selectmen encourage public input as to what the purpose of the land use could be. Additional Items Town Administrator Update Keith Hickey read his report which included updates on Financial, Personnel, Projects and COVID-19. Discussion regarding dissolving the Town Administrator Search Committee
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“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Emberg and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to continue the public hearing until March 16, 2021 at 6:15 PM and to have the Town Administrator put a placeholder on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant for the purchase of the property. The Selectmen encourage public input as to what the purpose of the land use could be. Additional Items Town Administrator Update Keith Hickey read his report which included updates on Financial, Personnel, Projects and COVID-19. Discussion regarding dissolving.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Emberg) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Dissolve the Town Administrator Search Committee effectively immediately. Recommendat
I move to dissolve the Town Administrator Search Committee effectively immediately. Recommendation from Recreation Commission for Beach Sticker Fees
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“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to dissolve the Town Administrator Search Committee effectively immediately. Recommendation from.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the recommendation from the Recreation Commission for the Beach Sticker Fee o
I move to approve the recommendation from the Recreation Commission for the Beach Sticker Fee of 2021 to remain the same at $15.00 for Residents and $30.00 for Non-Residents.
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“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to approve the recommendation from the Recreation Commission for the Beach Sticker Fee of 2021 to remain the same at $15.0.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the resignation of James Farrell from the Rent Control Board effective immedia
I move to accept the resignation of James Farrell from the Rent Control Board effective immediately. Acceptance of resignation from the Community Preservation Committee
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“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Emberg and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to accept the resignation of James Farrell from the Rent Control Board effective immediately. Acceptance of resignat.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Emberg) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the resignation of Chris Hofmann from the Community Preservation Committee eff
I move to accept the resignation of Chris Hofmann from the Community Preservation Committee effective through Town Meeting in May 2021. Acceptance of Donation to the Eagle Scout Donation Fund
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“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to accept the resignation of Chris Hofmann from the Community Preservation Committee effective through Town Meeting in May 2021. Acceptance.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the following donations to the Eagle Scout Donation Fund: e $200.00 donation f
I move to accept the following donations to the Eagle Scout Donation Fund: e $200.00 donation from Iron Workers Union Local 7 e $30.00 donation from David Gavigan, Jr. 3
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“Motion by Ms. Emberg, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to accept the following donations to the Eagle Scout Donation Fund: e $200.00 donation from Iron Workers Union Local.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the following donations to the Kingston Veterans’ Donation Fund: ¢ $100.00 don
I move to accept the following donations to the Kingston Veterans’ Donation Fund: ¢ $100.00 donation from Rui and Jo Ann Santos e $400.00 donation from an anonymous donor e $100.00 donation from an anonymous donor e $50.00 donation of grocery gift cards from Marvin & Carol Nickerson Acceptance of Donation to the Fire Department
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“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to accept the following donations to the Kingston Veterans’ Donation Fund: ¢ $100.00 donation from Rui and Jo Ann Santos e $400.00 donation from an anonymous donor e $100.00 donation from an anonymous donor e $50.00 donation of grocery gift cards from Marvin & Carol Nickerson.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the following donations to the Fire Department: e $200.00 Gift Card from Ocean
I move to accept the following donations to the Fire Department: e $200.00 Gift Card from Ocean State Job Lot as well as $6,000.00 Contribution for Personal Protective Gear Approve to start the Recruitment for a part time Administrative Assistant in the Building Department
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
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“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Emberg and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to accept the following donations to the Fire Department: e $200.00 Gift Card from Ocean State Job Lot as well as $6,000.00 Contribution for Personal Protective Gear Approve to start the Recruitment for a part time Admini.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Emberg) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint the Town Administrator, Keith R. Hickey as the Town of Kingston’s Mayflower M
I move to appoint the Town Administrator, Keith R. Hickey as the Town of Kingston’s Mayflower Municipal Health Group General Board Representative effective immediately. Appointment to South Shore Community Action Council
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“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Emberg and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to appoint the Town Administrator, Keith R. Hickey as the Town of Kingston’s Mayflower Municipal Health Group General Board Representative effective immediately. Appointment.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Emberg) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Amy Belmore to the South Shore Community Action Council effective immediately
I move to appoint Amy Belmore to the South Shore Community Action Council effective immediately through February 27, 2021 through February 27, 2024. Appointment to the Conservation Commission
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“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to appoint Amy Belmore to the South Shore Community Action Council effective immediately through February 27, 2021 through February 27, 202.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint David Rountree to fill a vacancy to the Conservation Commission effective imm
I move to appoint David Rountree to fill a vacancy to the Conservation Commission effective immediately through June 30, 2021. Appointment of the Chief Procurement Officer
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“Motion by Ms. Emberg, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to appoint David Rountree to fill a vacancy to the Conservation Commission effective immediately through June 30, 2021..” (Motion: Emberg, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint the Town Administrator, Keith R. Hickey as the Chief Procurement Officer for
I move to appoint the Town Administrator, Keith R. Hickey as the Chief Procurement Officer for the Town of Kingston effective immediately. Discussion of Town YouTube Channel
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“Motion by Ms. Emberg, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, 4 Board of Selectmen Minutes February 16, 2021 VOTE: I move to appoint the Town Administrator, Keith R. Hickey as the Chief Procurement Officer for the Town of Kingston effective immedia.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the resignation from Dolores DeLisle as the Administrative Assistant in the He
I move to accept the resignation from Dolores DeLisle as the Administrative Assistant in the Health Department effective Friday, February 19, 2021. Authorize Human Resources to start the recruitment process for the hiring of an Administrative Assistant in the Health Department
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“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Emberg and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to accept the resignation from Dolores DeLisle as the Administrative Assistant in the Health Department effective Friday, February 19, 2021. Authorize Human Resources to start the recruitment process for the hiring of an Administr.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Emberg) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Authorize Human Resources to start the recruiting process for the Administrative Assi
I move to authorize Human Resources to start the recruiting process for the Administrative Assistant in the Health Department. Selectmen Comments
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“Motion by Ms. Emberg, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to authorize Human Resources to start the recruiting process for the Administrative Assistant in t.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Adjourn
To adjourn.
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From the Kingston Board of Selectmen’s official minutes, posted in the town’s meeting portal and older Agenda Center. We check every count against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Kimberley Emberg from the Town of Kingston 2023 Annual Town Report (captioned group photo); Sheila Vaughn and Joseph Cunningham Jr. from The Local Seen candidate videos (2026). Melissa Bateman from The Local Seen video of the June 2, 2026 Board of Selectmen meeting (identified by the nameplate in front of each member). Carl Pike shows initials for now. Former members show initials.
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