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February 8, 2022
19 recorded votes, 19 with disagreement.
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Present: Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Sheila Vaughn, Richard Arruda, Jessica M. Kramer
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the request from Promotor Line Inc. to hold their 38th Annual Cape Cod Getaway MS Bike ...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Promotor Line Inc. to hold their 38th Annual Cape Cod Getaway MS Bike Ride on June 25, 2022, according to the traffic control plan presented with the following conditions: • The applicant successfully acquires the proper permits to hold said event from MassDOT. • The applicant contacts the Kingston Police Department to schedule detail officers as recommended by the Police Chief.
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 approve the request from Promotor Line Inc. to hold their 38th Annual Cape Cod Getaway MS Bike Ride on June 25, 2022, according to the traffic control plan presented with the following conditions: • The applicant successfully acquires the proper permits to hold said event from MassDOT. • The applicant contacts the Kingston Police Department to schedule detail.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Close the public hearing
I move the Board of Selectmen close the public hearing
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 th.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Waive the Town’s General Bylaw Chapter 12 Article 13 (b), Restoration to allow the developer to...
I move the Board of Selectmen waive the Town’s General Bylaw Chapter 12 Article 13 (b), Restoration to allow the developer to perform work within 25 feet of the property line in order to construct a dwelling unit, finding that the design is suitable and will result in proper screening and less overall land disturbance, which is in the best interest of the Town.
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 waive the Town’s General Bylaw Chapter 12 Article 13 (b), Restoration to allow the developer to perform work within 25 feet of the property line in order to construct a dwelling unit, finding that the design is suitable and will result in proper screening and less overall land disturbanc.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Waive the Town’s General Bylaw Chapter 12 Article 8, Surety, requiring a performance bond for t...
I move the Board of Selectmen waive the Town’s General Bylaw Chapter 12 Article 8, Surety, requiring a performance bond for the work at 19 Wapping Road because an existing performance bond is held by the Planning Board in sufficient amount to secure restoration of this property, on the Jones River Estates subdivision, which includes 11 Wapping Road, the parcel subject to this permit.
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 waive the Town’s General Bylaw Chapter 12 Article 8, Surety, requiring a performance bond for the work at 19 Wapping Road because an existing performance bond is held by the Planning Board in sufficient amount to secure restoration of this property, on the Jones River Estates subdivision, which includes 11 Wap.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Waive the Town’s General Bylaw Chapter 12 Article 16, Rules and Regulations, to allow a $5,000 ...
I move the Board of Selectmen waive the Town’s General Bylaw Chapter 12 Article 16, Rules and Regulations, to allow a $5,000 deposit for a permit condition orders where a $25,000 is required, finding that the size of the proposed site work is smaller than a large scale earth removal project and such deposit is consistent with that held for site plan and subdivision control by the Planning Board, consistent with the interests of the Town.
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 waive the Town’s General Bylaw Chapter 12 Article 16, Rules and Regulations, to allow a $5,000 deposit for a permit condition orders where a $25,000 is required, finding that the size of the proposed site work is smaller than a large scale earth removal project and such deposit is consistent with that held for site plan and subdivision control by the Planning Boar.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
$1,000 violation
I move the Board of Selectmen $1,000 violation
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.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the Earth Removal Permit request from 19 Wapping Road LLC c/o Paul Sheerin with the fol...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Earth Removal Permit request from 19 Wapping Road LLC c/o Paul Sheerin with the following conditions: i. The applicant must comply with the Order of Conditions agreed to by the developer that have been presented to the Board of Selectmen this evening.
Yes: Alcombright, Arruda, Kramer, VaughnNo: EmbergCount 4-1-0 as written; the minutes name Emberg (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-1-0 vote, (Ms. Emberg voted against) VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Earth Removal Permit request from 19 Wapping Road LLC c/o Paul Sheerin with the following conditions: i. The applicant must comply with the Order of Conditions agreed to by the developer that have been pres.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the changes to the Shellfish Regulations for 2022 as amended.
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the changes to the Shellfish Regulations for 2022 as amended.
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 approve the changes to t.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the 2022 licensing fee recommendation and Shellfish regulations from the Deputy Shellfi...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the 2022 licensing fee recommendation and Shellfish regulations from the Deputy Shellfish Constable:
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 2022 licensing fee recommendation and Shellfish reg.” (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 of 2022 to ...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the recommendation from the Recreation Commission for the Beach Sticker fee of 2022 to remain the same at $15.00 for Residents and $30.00 for Non-Residents. A convenience fee of $5.00 would be added to the cost of the permit for anyone who requests the permit be mailed.
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 approve the recommendation from the Recreation Commission for the Beach Sticker fee of 2022 to remain the same at $15.00 for Residents and $30.00 for Non-Residents. A convenience fee of $5.00 would be added to the cost of the permit.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Push this off until the next scheduled meeting
I move the Board of Selectmen push this off until the next scheduled meeting
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 Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen p.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Have the Town Administrator contact each member and have them respond by the next meeting if th...
Have the Town Administrator contact each member and have them respond by the next meeting if they want to continue on the committee
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 Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: Have the Town Administrator contact each member and have them respond by the next meet.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the recommended ARPA funded projects presented this evening on a memo prepared by the To...
I move the Board of Selectmen accept the recommended ARPA funded projects presented this evening on a memo prepared by the Town Administrator dated February 2, 2022.
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 accept the recommended ARPA funded projects presented this evening on a memo prepared by the To.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Close the warrant on February 8, 2022
I move the Board of Selectmen close the warrant on February 8, 2022
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 Se.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Direct the Town Administrator to discuss the proposed improvements to the website with staff, a...
I move the Board of Selectmen direct the Town Administrator to discuss the proposed improvements to the website with staff, and if necessary, the website provider to implement the improvements 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 Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Arruda and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen direct the Town Administrator to discuss the proposed improvements to the website with staff, and if necessary, the website provider to implement.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the following donations: • $200 donation from an anonymous donor • $100 donation from Ru...
I move the Board of Selectmen accept the following donations: • $200 donation from an anonymous donor • $100 donation from Rui and Joann Santos • $200 donation from an anonymous donor
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 following donations: • $200 donation from an anonymous donor • $100 donation from Rui and Joann S.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Arruda) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Request the Town Administrator to work with counsel and a member of the Board of Selectmen to d...
I move the Board of Selectmen request the Town Administrator to work with counsel and a member of the Board of Selectmen to draft a bylaw that would outline the responsibilities of the Town Administrator for possible inclusion on the Fall 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 request the Town Administrator to work with counsel and a member of the Board of Selectmen to draft a bylaw that would outline the responsibilities of the Town Administrator for possible inc.” (Motion: Arruda, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the December 28, 2021, January 4, 2022, and January 11, 2022, Open Session Meeting Minutes
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the December 28, 2021, January 4, 2022, and January 11, 2022, Open Session Meeting Minutes
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 December 28, 2021, January 4, 2022, and J.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Adjourn
I move 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 Mr. Alcombrig.” (Motion: Arruda, 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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