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April 27, 2021
50 recorded votes, 50 with disagreement.
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Present: Jessica M. Kramer, Kimberley A. Emberg, Richard Arruda, Sheila Vaughn, Donald J. Alcombright
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Nominate Kim Emberg as chairman
I move to nominate Kim Emberg as chairman
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Nominate Donald Alcombright as vice chairman
I move to nominate Donald Alcombright as vice chairman.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda second by Ms. Kramer and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to nomina.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve a One Day Liquor License for Artis Winery, LLC at the Kingston Farmers Market located a...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve a One Day Liquor License for Artis Winery, LLC at the Kingston Farmers Market located at the Kingston Collection Mall for the dates of May 2, 2021, June 6, 2021, July 11, 2021, August 1, 2021, September 5, 2021, October 3, 2021, and November 7, 2021 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve a One Day Liquor License for Artis Winery, LLC at the Kingston Farmers Market located at the Kingston Collection Mall for the dates of May 2, 2021, June 6, 2021, July 11, 2021, August 1, 2021, September 5, 2021, October 3, 2021.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve a One Day Liquor License for Independent Fermentations Brewing; LLC at the Kingston Col...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve a One Day Liquor License for Independent Fermentations Brewing; LLC at the Kingston Collection Food Truck Event located at the Kingston Collection Mall on May 22, 2021 from 10:30 am-4:30 pm.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Ms. Kramer and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve a One Day Liquor License for Independent Fermentations Brewing; LLC at the Kingston Collection Food Truck Event located at the Kingston Collection Mal.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve a One Day Liquor License for Stellwagen Beer Company at the Kingston Collection Food Tr...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve a One Day Liquor License for Stellwagen Beer Company at the Kingston Collection Food Truck Event located at the Kingston Collection Mall on May 22, 2021 from 10:30 am-4:30 pm.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve a One Day Liquor License for Stellwagen Beer Company at the Kingston Collection Food Truck Event located at the Kingston Collectio.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the recommendation from the Superintendent of Streets, Trees & Parks maintain all Transf...
I move the Board of Selectmen accept the recommendation from the Superintendent of Streets, Trees & Parks maintain all Transfer Station fees at their current rates for FY22.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen accept the recommendation from the Superintendent of Streets, Trees & Parks maintain all Transfer.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the conditional offer of employment to Melissa Russell for the position of less than pa...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the conditional offer of employment to Melissa Russell for the position of less than part-time Jr. Custodian, a Grade L1, Step 2, position as part of the Kingston Town Employee Union – Labor in the Facilities Department with an anticipated start date of May 4, 2021 with the following conditions:
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Ms. Kramer and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the conditional offer of employment to Melissa Russell for the position of less than part-time Jr. Custodian, a Grade L1, Step 2, position as part of the Kingston Town Employee Union – Labor in the Facilities Department with an anticipated start date of Ma.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve to deem the convection oven located at the Reed Center as surplus and authorize the Rec...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve to deem the convection oven located at the Reed Center as surplus and authorize the Recreation Director to move forward with the auction process.”
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Kramer and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve to deem the convection oven located at the Reed Center as surplus and authorize the Recreation Director to.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint James Franklin to the Conservation Commission to fill a vacancy effective immediately t...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint James Franklin to the Conservation Commission to fill a vacancy effective immediately through June 30, 2024.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, 3 Board of Selectmen April 27, 2021 VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint James Franklin to the Conservation Commission to fill a vacancy effe.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Megan Hickey to the Conservation Commission to fill a vacancy effective immediately thr...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Megan Hickey to the Conservation Commission to fill a vacancy effective immediately through June 30, 2023.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Megan Hickey to the Conservation Commission to fill a vacancy effe.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the FY22 Town Budget as discussed, this evening.
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the FY22 Town Budget as discussed, this evening.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Sheila Vaughn as the Selectmen Clerk
I move to appoint Sheila Vaughn as the Selectmen Clerk.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Kramer and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to appoi.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 1 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 1 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 2 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 2 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 3 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 3 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 5 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 5 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 6 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 6 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 7 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 7 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 8 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 8 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 9 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 9 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Alcombright, Arruda, Emberg, VaughnCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Kramer (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-1 vote, Ms. Kramer abstained. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Ar.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 10 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 10 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Alcombright, Arruda, Emberg, VaughnCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Kramer (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-1 vote, Ms. Kramer abstained. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Art.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 11 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 11 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Alcombright, Arruda, Emberg, VaughnNo: KramerCount 4-1-0 as written; the minutes name Kramer (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-1-0 vote, Ms. Kramer voted against. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 12 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 12 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Alcombright, Arruda, Emberg, KramerCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Vaughn (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-1 vote, Ms. Vaughn abstainted. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Art.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 14 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 14 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 15 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 15 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Art.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 16 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 16 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 4 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 4 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Ar.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 13 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 13 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Alcombright, Arruda, Emberg, VaughnNo: KramerCount 4-1-0 as written; the minutes name Kramer (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Arruda and a 4-1-0 vote, Ms. Kramer voted against. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 17 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 17 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give only the count.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 0-5-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Art.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Alcombright)
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 18 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 18 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Art.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 19 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 19 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Alcombright, Arruda, Emberg, VaughnCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Kramer (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Arruda, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-1 vote, Ms. Kramer abstained. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 20 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 20 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Alcombright, Arruda, Emberg, VaughnCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Kramer (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Arruda, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-1 vote, Ms. Kramer abstained. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 21 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 21 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, 6 Board of Selectmen April 27, 2021 VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 22 Project Number on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 22 Project Number on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give only the count.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 1-4-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 22 Project Nu.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn)
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 22 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 22 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 23 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 23 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Art.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 24 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 24 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Art.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 25 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 25 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give only the count. Third number in the count (1) usually means abstentions in these minutes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 2-2-1 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn)
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 26 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 26 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 27 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 27 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 0-4-1 and name Vaughn (A); individual votes left blank because names, count and attendance do not line up. Third number in the count (1) usually means abstentions in these minutes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Kramer and a 0-4-1 vote, Ms. Vaughn abstained. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Kramer)
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 28 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 28 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Reconsider Vote the Board of Selectmen for a favorable vote on Article # 25 on the An
I move to reconsider Vote the Board of Selectmen for a favorable vote on Article # 25 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to reconsider Vote the Board of Selectmen for a favorable vote on Art.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
For a favorable vote on Article # 25 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen for a favorable vote on Article # 25 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Alcombright, Emberg, VaughnNo: Arruda, KramerCount 3-2-0 as written; the minutes name Kramer (N), Arruda (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 3-2-0 vote, Ms. Kramer and Mr. Arruda voted against. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen for a favorable vote on Art.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 29 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 29 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
Yes: Alcombright, Arruda, Emberg, VaughnCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Kramer (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Arruda and a 4-0-1 vote, Ms. Kramer abstained. 7 Board of Selectmen April 27, 2021 VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 30 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 30 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 31 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 31 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 32 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 32 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 33 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 33 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote a favorable vote on Article # 34 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article # 34 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote a favorable vote on Article.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Adjourn
To adjourn.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Kr.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
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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