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June 22, 2021
19 recorded votes, 16 with disagreement.
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Present: Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Sheila Vaughn, Jessica M. Kramer
Absent: Richard Arruda
Every vote, in order
And Planning Board appoint Richard Kenney as an alternate member of the Planning Board effectiv...
I move the Board of Selectmen and Planning Board appoint Richard Kenney as an alternate member of the Planning Board effective immediately through June 30, 2024. Appointment Kingston School Committee to fill vacancy
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Ms. Kramer and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen and Planning Board appoint Richard Kenney as an alternate member of the Planning Board effective immediately through June 30, 2024. Appointment K.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
And School Committee appoint Timothy Lewis as a member of the Kingston Schoo! Committee effecti...
I move the Board of Selectmen and School Committee appoint Timothy Lewis as a member of the Kingston Schoo! Committee effective immediately until the next Annual Town Election. Waterfront Committee — Community Events Jared Waitkus, 15 Village Path, Member of the Waterfront Committee gave an update on the upcoming community events that the committee is looking for the Selectmen to approve. Mr Waitkus did not have all the details of the events but would like to get an idea if the Selectmen would consider approving these types of events. The consensus of the Board was that the events sound like fun and would be happy to consider having them in Kingston once the details were worked out.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Kramer and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen and School Committee appoint Timothy Lewis as a member of the Kingston Schoo! Committee effective immediately until the next Annual Town Election. Waterfront Committee — Community Events Jared Waitkus, 15 Village Path, Member of the Waterfront Committee gave an update on the upcoming community events that the committee is looking for the Selectmen to approve. Mr. Waitkus did not have all the details of the events but would like to get an idea if the Selectmen would consider approving these types of events. The consensus of the Board was that the events sound like fun and would be happy to consider having them.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Valerie Massard to the position of Town Planner, a Schedule B-2, Grade S-4, Step 10, fu...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Valerie Massard to the position of Town Planner, a Schedule B-2, Grade S-4, Step 10, full time, exempt position as part of the Town of Kingston Wage & Personnel Bylaws, with anticipated start date of July 6, 2021, with the following conditions: 1. Provision of the necessary identification forms to satisfy the requirements to the U.S. Immigration Reform Act; 2. Satisfactory CORI check; 3. Satisfactory letter from your primary care physician that you can perform the functions of the position; and 4. Successful completion of a six-month probationary period. Consideration of Employment Agreement with the Harbormaster
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Valerie Massard to the position of Town Planner, a Schedule B-2, Grade S-4, Step 10, full time, exempt position as part of the Town of Kingston Wage & Personnel Bylaws, with anticipated start date of July 6, 2021, with the following conditions: 1. Provision of the necessary identification forms to satisfy the requirements to the U.S. Immigration Reform Act; 2. Satisfactory CORI check; 3. Satisfactory letter from your primary care physician that you can perform the functions of the position; and 4. Successful completion of a six-month probationary period. Consideration.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the Employment Agreement for the Interim Harbormaster between the Town of Kingston and ...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Employment Agreement for the Interim Harbormaster between the Town of Kingston and Thomas W. Taylor, il, a Wage & Personnel to Grade S4, Step 3 effective immediately through June 30, 2022. Consideration of Employment Agreement with the Shellfish Constable
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Employment Agreement for the Interim Harbormaster between the Town of Kingston and Thomas W. Taylor, il, a Wage & Personnel to Grade S4, Step 3 effective immediately through June 30, 2022. Consideration of Empl.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the Employment Agreement for Shellfish Constable between the Town of Kingston and Josep...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Employment Agreement for Shellfish Constable between the Town of Kingston and Joseph V. Zlogar, Jr. effective immediately through June 30, 2022. Consideration of Employment Agreement with the Assistant Town Administrator
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Employment Agreement for Shellfish Constable between the Town of Kingston and Joseph V. Zlogar, Jr. effective immediately through June 30, 2022. Consideration of Employment Ag.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the Employment Agreement for Assistant Town Administrator between the Town of Kingston ...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Employment Agreement for Assistant Town Administrator between the Town of Kingston and Gloria L. Mitchell effective July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2024. Additional Items Certification of Conservation Restriction for property owned by Trustees of the Nava Family Irrevocable Trust
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Employment Agreement for Assistant Town Administrator between the Town of Kingston and Gloria L. Mitchell effective July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2024. Additional Items Certification of Conservation Restriction for property owned by Trust.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the foregoing Conservation Restriction from James A. Nava and Nancy E£. Nava as Trustee...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the foregoing Conservation Restriction from James A. Nava and Nancy E£. Nava as Trustees of the Nava Family Irrevocable Trust, to the Wildlands Trust, Inc. pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the Massachusetts General Laws. Discussion regarding creating Assistant Conservation Agent position
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the foregoing Conservation Restriction from James A. Nava and Nancy E£. Nava as Trustees of the Nava Family Irrevocable Trust, to the Wildlands Trust, Inc. pursuant to Section 32 of Chapter 184 of the Massachusetts General Laws. Discussion regarding creati.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Authorize that Human Resources with the assistance of the Conservation Agent, start the recruit...
I move the Board of Selectmen authorize that Human Resources with the assistance of the Conservation Agent, start the recruitment process for the hiring of a Full-Time Assistant Conservation Agent with the understanding that the Administrative Assistant position is not filled in the near future. Appointment of Housing Authority Members Ms Emberg states that there has been some confusion over the past couple of years on how the Housing Authority gets elected/appointed. These positions have not been included in the Town’s annual election for a few years. The Authority is not currently active, and all terms have now expired. tn order to reconstitute the Board, the Town Clerk is recommending tha
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen authorize that Human Resources with the assistance of the Conservation Agent, start the recruitment process for the hiring of a Full-Time Assistant Conservation Agent with the understanding that the Administrative Assistant position is not filled in the near future. Appointment of Housing Authority Members Ms. Emberg states that there has been some confusion over the past couple of years on how the Housing Authority gets elected/appointed. These positions have not been included in the Town’s annual election for a few years. The Authority is not currently active, and all terms have now expired. tn order to reconstitute.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint the following to the Kingston Housing Authority: Elected Positions effective immediatel...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint the following to the Kingston Housing Authority: Elected Positions effective immediately: Mary L. Hayes, 29 Silver Birch Lane until the Annual Town Election in April 2022; Donald O. Ducharme, 29 Green Holly Drive until the Annual Town Election in April 2023; and Gretchen E. Emmetts, 53 Cole Street until the Annual Town Election in April 2024. Appointed Tenant Position effective immediately through August 13, 2021; James Meau, 15 Hillcrest Road, Unit 4D1. Hiring of Full-Time Custodian in Facilities Department
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint the following to the Kingston Housing Authority: Elected Positions effective immediately: Mary L. Hayes, 29 Silver Birch Lane until the Annual Town Election in April 2022; Donald O. Ducharme, 29 Green Holly Drive until the Annual Town Election in April 2023; and Gretchen E. Emmetts, 53 Cole Street until the Annual Town Election in April 2024. Appointed Tenant Position effective immediately through August 13, 2021; James Meau, 15 Hillcrest Road, Unit 4D1. Hiring of.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Melissa Russel to the L3 Step 2, non-exempt, KTEU — Labor Full-Time position of Custodi...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Melissa Russel to the L3 Step 2, non-exempt, KTEU — Labor Full-Time position of Custodian/Maintenance in the Facilities Department with anticipated start date of July 1, 2021, with the following condition: 1. Satisfactory CORI check. Consideration of Financial Application
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Melissa Russel to the L3 Step 2, non-exempt, KTEU — Labor Full-Time position of Custodian/Maintenance in the Facilities Department with anticipated start date of July 1, 2021, with the following condition: 1. Satisfactory CORI.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the Financial Assistance Application submitted in the amount of $2,500.00 from the Arth...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Financial Assistance Application submitted in the amount of $2,500.00 from the Arthur F. Wadsworth Charity Fund. 5
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Financial Assistance Application submitted in the amount of $2,500.00.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) 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: $50.00 donation from Ru...
I move the Board of Selectmen accept the following donations to the Kingston Veterans’ Donation Fund: $50.00 donation from Rui and JoAnn Santos $600.00 donation from Elevated Roots to the Memorial Day Parade Donation Fund Reappointment _to: Conservation Commission, Recycling Committee, Historical Commission, and Assistant Harbormaster
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen accept the following donations to the Kingston Veterans’ Donation Fund: $50.00 donation from Rui and JoAnn Santos $600.00 donation from Elevated Roots to the Memorial Day Parade Donation Fund Reappointment _to: Conservation Commission, Recycling Committee, Hist.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Reappoint the following effective through June 30, 2024: Dorothy MacFarlane to Conservation Com...
I move the Board of Selectmen reappoint the following effective through June 30, 2024: Dorothy MacFarlane to Conservation Commission Kalina Vendetti to Conservation Commission David M. O’Connell to Recycling Committee Benjamin Tambaschi to Historical Commission Thomas Vendetti to Historical Commission Christopher J. Veracka to position of Assistant Harbormaster Discussion regarding appointment of liaison for Winthrop Street property
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen reappoint the following effective through June 30, 2024: Dorothy MacFarlane to Conservation Commission Kalina Vendetti to Conservation Commission David M. O’Connell to Recycling Committee Benjamin Tambaschi to Historical Commission Thomas Vendetti to Historical Commission Christopher J. Veracka to position of Assistant Harbormaster Discussion regarding appoin.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Jessica Kramer as the Board’s liaison for the process of the purchase of the Winthrop S...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Jessica Kramer as the Board’s liaison for the process of the purchase of the Winthrop Street property. Acceptance of Resignation of Community Outreach Coordinator at Senior Center, Darlene Regan
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Jessica Kramer as the Board’s liaison for the process of the purchase of the Winthrop Street property. Acceptance of Resignation of Community Outreac.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
(accept/not accept) resignation of Darlene Regan as the Community Outreach Coordinator effectiv...
I move the Board of Selectmen (accept/not accept) resignation of Darlene Regan as the Community Outreach Coordinator effective June 25, 2021. Town Administrator Update Mr Hickey reviewed his report which included: 6
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen (accept/not accept) resignation of Darlene Regan as the Community Outreach Coordinator effective June 25, 2021. Town Administrator Update Mr.” (Motion: Alcombright, 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 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
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“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Ms. Kr.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
To go into Executive Session to not return to open session for the purpose of:
To go into Executive Session to not return to open session for the purpose of:
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Ms. Kramer, and a roll call vote of Ms. Emberg-aye, Mr. Alcombright-aye, Ms. Vaughn-aye, and Ms. Kramer-aye. VOTED: to go into Executive Session to not re.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Kramer)
Authorize Town Counsel to offer moving Sergeant to top step as a onetime move to settle the con...
I move the Board of Selectmen authorize Town Counsel to offer moving Sergeant to top step as a onetime move to settle the contract.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Alcombright, and a roll call vote of Ms. Emberg-aye, Mr. Alcombright-aye, Ms. Vaughn-aye, and Ms. Kramer-aye. VOTED: I move the Board of Selectmen authorize Town Counsel to offer moving Sergeant to top s.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Alcombright)
Adjourn Executive Session at 6:16pm and to reconvened in open session in Room 200.
Adjourn Executive Session at 6:16pm and to reconvened in open session in Room 200.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn, and a roll call vote of Ms. Emberg-aye, Mr. Alcombright-aye, Ms. Vaughn-aye, and Ms. Kramer-aye. VOTED: Adjourn Executive Session at 6:16pm and to.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn)
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