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August 10, 2021
19 recorded votes, 19 with disagreement.
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Present: Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Richard Arruda, Sheila Vaughn
Absent: Jessica M. Kramer
Every vote, in order
Approve the request from Verizon New England Inc. and NSTART Electric Co. dba Eversource Energy...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Verizon New England Inc. and NSTART Electric Co. dba Eversource Energy to remove/abandon granted pole location owner and used in common by the petitioners along and across the following public way or ways: Pole 156/76PB located on the Southeastern corner of the intersection of Pembroke St. and Blue Jay Way which is the result of the pole line construction on Pembroke St; and as presented in the Petition Plan dated January 5, 2021. Request from Hilltop Athletic Association for One Day Liquor License Hilltop Athletic Association has submitted a request for a One Day Liquor License for a softball charity tournament that will be taking place
The minutes give only the count. Count totals 3 but 4 members are on the attendance line.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Mr. Arruda and a 3-0-0 vote, Board of Selectmen August 10, 2021 VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Verizon New England Inc. and NSTART Electric Co. dba Eversource Energy to remove/abandon granted pole location owner and used in common by the petitioners along and across the following public way or ways: Pole 156/76PB located on the Southeastern corner of the intersection of Pembroke St. and Blue Jay Way which is the result of the pole line construction on Pembroke St; and as presented in the Petition Plan dated January 5, 2021. Request from Hilltop Athletic Association for One Day Liquor License Hilltop Athletic Association has submitted a request for a One Day Liquor License for a softball.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda)
Approve the request from Hilltop Athletic Association for a One Day Liquor License for a softba...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Hilltop Athletic Association for a One Day Liquor License for a softball charity tournament taking place on August 21, 2021, at the Opachinski Field Complex from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm. Application to amend existing Alcohol License for Indian Pond Country Club The Indian Pond Country Club is requesting to amend one of their three existing Alcohol Licenses to extend the ability to sell alcohol on the Golf Course on no more than two mobile beverage cards and in a building near the 10° hole of the course. Ms Emberg briefly discussed why this is brought before the Board tonight.
The minutes give only the count. Count totals 3 but 4 members are on the attendance line.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 3-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Hilltop Athletic Association for a One Day Liquor License for a softball charity tournament taking place on August 21, 2021, at the Opachinski Field Complex from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm. Application to amend existing Alcohol License for Indian Pond Country Club The Indian Pond Country Club is requesting to amend one of their three existing Alcohol Licenses to extend the ability to sell alcohol on the Golf Course on no more than two mobile beverage cards and in a building near the 10° hole of the course. Ms. Emberg briefly discussed.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Alcombright)
Open the Public Hearing. Attorney John Flemming was in attendance on behalf on Indian Pond Coun...
I move the Board of Selectmen open the Public Hearing. Attorney John Flemming was in attendance on behalf on Indian Pond Country Club. He began by stating that that guidelines in 2009 from the ABCC was that liquor licenses do not extend to the golf course. Attorney Flemming provided a backstory of the paperwork that was provided to the Board in their packets. Attorney Flemming did mention that the Police were at the course on July 1st and requested the liquor license, and it was determined they did not have a license to sell on the course, they were ordered to no longer sell alcohol. Attorney Flemming did mention after that conversation they believe that they may have continued to sell alcoh
The minutes give only the count. Count totals 3 but 4 members are on the attendance line.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 3-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen open the Public Hearing. Attorney John Flemming was in attendance on behalf on Indian Pond Country Club. He began by stating that that guidelines in 2009 from the ABCC was that liquor licenses do not extend to the golf course. Attorney Flemming provided a backstory of the paperwork that was provided to the Board in their packets. Attorney Flemming did mention that the Police were at the course on July 1st and requested the liquor license, and it was determined they did not have a license to sell on the course, they were ordered to no longer sell alcohol. Attorney Flemming did mention after that conversation they belie.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Alcombright)
Close the public hearing Mr Alcombright has concerns about the selling of alcohol in
I move to close the public hearing Mr Alcombright has concerns about the selling of alcohol in the past few weeks and strongly believes these are things they need to be aware of.
The minutes give only the count. Count totals 3 but 4 members are on the attendance line.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Mr. Arruda and a 3-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to close the public hearing Mr. Alcombright has concerns about the selling of alcohol in the past few weeks and strongly believ.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda)
Do not approve the request from Indian Pond Country Club to amend its existing alcoholic bevera...
I move the Board of Selectmen do not approve the request from Indian Pond Country Club to amend its existing alcoholic beverage license in order to sell and service alcoholic beverages on its golf course along with no more than two mobile beverage carts and a snack shack located near the 10th hole to sell alcoholic beverage on the golf course.
The minutes give only the count.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Mr. Arruda and a 2-2-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen do not approve the request from Indian Pond Country Club to amend its existing alcoholic beverage license in order to sell and service alcoholic beverages on its golf course along with no more than two mobile beverage carts and a snack shack located near the 10th hole t.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda)
Approve the request from Indian Pond Country Club to amend its existing alcoholic beverage lice...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Indian Pond Country Club to amend its existing alcoholic beverage license in order to sell and service alcoholic beverages on its golf course along with no more than two mobile beverage carts and a snack shack located near the 10th hole to sell alcoholic beverage on the golf course.
The minutes give only the count.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright a 2-2-0 vote, 3 Board of Selectmen August 10, 2021 VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Indian Pond Country Club to amend its existing alcoholic beverage license in order to sell and service alcoholic beverages on its golf course along with no more than two mobile beverage carts and a snack shack located near the 10th hole t.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright)
Re open the public hearing
I move to re open the public hearing
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
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“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VO.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Continue the public hearing to August 24, 2021
I move to continue the public hearing to August 24, 2021.
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 Mr. Arruda and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to co.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Kingston Superior Officer Association, Fratern...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Kingston Superior Officer Association, Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 64 effective July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2023, and place a warrant article on the Fall 2021 Town Meeting warrant for voter consideration.
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 Mr. Arruda and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Kingston Superior Officer Association, Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 64 effective July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2023, and place a warrant article on the Fall 2021.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Robert King as the Interim Assistant
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Robert King as the Interim Assistant
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 Mr. Arruda and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Kathleen Cotter into the Administrative Assistant to the Board of Selectmen Office (HR ...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Kathleen Cotter into the Administrative Assistant to the Board of Selectmen Office (HR & IT) a Schedule B-2, Grade S-2, Step 5 non-exempt position as part of the Kingston Wage and Personnel Bylaws, with anticipated start date of August 11, 2021, subject to the following conditions: 1. Satisfactory CORI check; and 2. Successful completion of a six-month probationary period. Hiring of Administrative Assistant to for Health Department Due to the Administrative Assistant in the Health Department moving to the Administrative Assistant to the Board of Selectmen/Town Administrator’s Office position, there is a vacancy in the Administrative Assistant position in
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, 4 Board of Selectmen August 10, 2021 VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Kathleen Cotter into the Administrative Assistant to the Board of Selectmen Office (HR & IT) a Schedule B-2, Grade S-2, Step 5 non-exempt position as part of the Kingston Wage and Personnel Bylaws, with anticipated start date of August 11, 2021, subject to the following conditions: 1. Satisfactory CORI check; and 2. Successful completion of a six-month probationary period. Hiring of Administrative Assistant to for Health Department Due to the Administrative Assistant in the Health Department moving to the Administrative Assistant to the Board of Selectmen/Town Administrator’s Office position, there is a vacancy in.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Elise Desmond into the Administrative Assistant, a Grade Ci, Step 5, non-exempt positio...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Elise Desmond into the Administrative Assistant, a Grade Ci, Step 5, non-exempt position as part of the Kingston Town Employee Union — Clerical in the Health Department with anticipated start date of August 16, 2021, subject to 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 based on the attached job description; and 4, Successful completion of a six-month probationary period. Acceptance of Donation to the Fire Department A donati
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 Elise Desmond into the Administrative Assistant, a Grade Ci, Step 5, non-exempt position as part of the Kingston Town Employee Union — Clerical in the Health Department with anticipated start date of August 16, 2021, subject to 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 based on the attached job description; and 4, Successful completion of a six-month probationary period. Acceptanc.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept a donation in the amount of $3,000.00 to the Fire Department in memory of Joe and Dede F...
I move the Board of Selectmen accept a donation in the amount of $3,000.00 to the Fire Department in memory of Joe and Dede Ferreira. Acceptance of resignation of Conservation Commission Member, Matt Geraigery An email has been received from Matt Geraigery resigning from the Conservation Commission.
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. Arruda and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen accept a donation in the amount of $3,000.00 to the Fire Department in memory of Joe and Dede Ferreira. Acceptance of resignation of Conservation Commission Member, Matt Geraigery An email has been received from Matt Geraigery res.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the resignation from Matt Geraigery from the Conservation Commission effective immediate...
I move the Board of Selectmen accept the resignation from Matt Geraigery from the Conservation Commission effective immediately. Appointment to Community Preservation Committee A Volunteer Form has been received from Nathan Hedberg to be appointed to the Community Preservation Committee. The CPC has voted to recommend the appointment of Mr Hedberg to the Committee. 5
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. Arruda and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen accept the resignation from Matt Geraigery from the Conservation Commission effective immediately. Appointment to Community Preservation Committee A Volunteer Form has been received from Nathan Hedberg to be appointed to the Community Preservation Committee. The CPC has voted to recommend the appoi.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Nathan Hedberg to the Community Preservation
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Nathan Hedberg to the Community Preservation
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Nath.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Reappoint Eugene Wyatt to the Green Energy Committee through June 30, 2024 Discussion on Sale o...
I move the Board of Selectmen reappoint Eugene Wyatt to the Green Energy Committee through June 30, 2024 Discussion on Sale of former Fire Station located at 10 Maple Street
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen reappoint Eugene Wyatt to the Green Energy Committee through June 30, 2024 Discussion on Sale of former.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Request the Town Administrator to research any pertinent information related to the former Fire...
I move the Board of Selectmen request the Town Administrator to research any pertinent information related to the former Fire Station property and develop a warrant article to be brought in front of the Board of Selectmen at one of their September meetings.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Arruda, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen request the Town Administrator to research any pertinent information related to the former Fire Station property and develop a warrant article to be brought in front of the Board of Selec.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the July 27, 2021, Open Session Meeting Minutes.
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the July 27, 2021, Open Session Meeting Minutes.
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.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
To adjourn to executive session not to return to open session for litigation Pursuant to Chapte...
To adjourn to executive session not to return to open session for litigation Pursuant to Chapter 30A Section 21 (a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares — Town of Kingston v. Kingston Superior Officers Union, MCOP, Local 386, 1983 CV 00582B (Plymouth Superior Court).
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, 1. VOTE: To adjourn to executive session not to return to open session for litigation Pursuant to Chapter 30A Section 21 (a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares — Town of Kingston v. Kingston Superior Officers Union, MCOP, Local 38.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) 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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