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April 27, 2022
49 recorded votes, 49 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Sheila Vaughn, Tyler R. Bouchard, Jessica M. Kramer
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Have Kimberley Emberg continue as Chair
I move the Board of Selectmen have Kimberley Emberg continue as Chair
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move the Board of Sele.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Have Donald Alcombright continue as Vice Chair
I move the Board of Selectmen have Donald Alcombright continue as Vice Chair
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen have D.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Have Sheila Vaughn continue as Clerk
I move the Board of Selectmen have Sheila Vaughn continue as Clerk
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move the Board of S.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Open the May 14, 2022, Annual Town Meeting warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen open the May 14, 2022, 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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen open.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the adding of the revolving fund warrant article and the adding of the pump boat warrant...
I move the Board of Selectmen accept the adding of the revolving fund warrant article and the adding of the pump boat warrant article received after the warrant closed on January 21, 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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen accept the adding of the revolving fund warrant article and the adding of the pump boat warrant article received.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Close the May 14, 2022, Annual Town Meeting warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen close the May 14, 2022, 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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen close.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the budget adjustments recommended by the Finance Committee as presenting this evening.
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the budget adjustments recommended by the Finance Committee as presenting 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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the budget adjustments recommended by the.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Gaga Pit
I move favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Gaga Pit
Yes: Emberg, Kramer, VaughnNo: Alcombright, BouchardCount 3-2-0 as written; the minutes name Alcombright (N), Bouchard (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 3-2-0 vote, by roll call vote (Mr. Alcombright and Mr. Bouchard voted against) VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 22, FY.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Gray’s Beach Play
I move favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Gray’s Beach Playground rebuild
Yes: Alcombright, Bouchard, KramerNo: Emberg, VaughnCount 3-2-0 as written; the minutes name Emberg (N), Vaughn (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 3-2-0 vote, by roll call vote (Ms. Emberg and Ms. Vaughn voted against) VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservati.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 22 FY23 Community Preservation Committee /New Sail for the B
I move favorable action of Article 22 FY23 Community Preservation Committee /New Sail for the Baclaju
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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 22 FY23 Community P.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 22 FY23 Community Preservation Committee /Appropriation to f
I move favorable action of Article 22 FY23 Community Preservation Committee /Appropriation to fund the Affordable Housing Trust General Fund
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 22 FY23 Community Preservation Committee /Appropriation to f.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 32 Amendment to General By-Laws; Chapter 4 Community Preserv
I move favorable action of Article 32 Amendment to General By-Laws; Chapter 4 Community Preservation Committee
Yes: Alcombright, Emberg, Kramer, VaughnCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Bouchard (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-1 vote, by roll call vote (Mr. Bouchard abstained) VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 32 Amendment to General By-Law.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 34, Amendment of General By-Laws’ Chapter 4 Agricultural Com
I move favorable action of Article 34, Amendment of General By-Laws’ Chapter 4 Agricultural Commission
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 34, Amendment of Gener.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 31, Amendment of General by-laws; Chapter 26, Single Use Pla
I move favorable action of Article 31, Amendment of General by-laws; Chapter 26, Single Use Plastic Bag By-Law
Yes: Kramer, VaughnNo: Alcombright, Bouchard, EmbergCount 2-3-0 as written; the minutes name Emberg (N), Alcombright (N), Bouchard (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Kramer and a 2-3-0 vote, by roll call vote (Ms. Emberg, Mr. Alcombright, Mr. Bouchard voted against) VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 31, Amendment of General by-la.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 8, FY23 Wastewater Enterprise Budget
I move favorable action of Article 8, FY23 Wastewater Enterprise Budget
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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 28, Repurposing of Conservation Funds
I move favorable action of Article 28, Repurposing of Conservation Funds
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 25, Grant Match Funds for Jones River Cleanup
I move favorable action of Article 25, Grant Match Funds for Jones River Cleanup
Yes: Alcombright, Bouchard, Kramer, VaughnNo: EmbergCount 4-1-0 as written; the minutes name Emberg (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Mr. Bouchard and a 4-1-0 vote, by roll call vote (Ms. Emberg opposed) VOTE: I move favorable action of Articl.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 24, Fund Reconstruction of Tennis Courts at Silver Lake High
I move favorable action of Article 24, Fund Reconstruction of Tennis Courts at Silver Lake High School
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 24, Fund Reconstructio.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 29, Establish Stabilization Fund for Silver Lake Regional Sc
I move favorable action of Article 29, Establish Stabilization Fund for Silver Lake Regional School District
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 29, Establish Stabilization.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 1, Annual Reports
I move favorable action of Article 1, Annual Reports
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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I mov.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 2, Prior Year’s Bills
I move favorable action of Article 2, Prior Year’s Bills
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favo.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 3, FY23 Operating Budget
I move favorable action of Article 3, FY23 Operating Budget
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorab.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 4, FY23 Water Dept. Enterprise Budget
I move favorable action of Article 4, FY23 Water Dept. Enterprise Budget
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 5, Water Dept. Surplus Revenue Appropriation & Surplus Reven
I move favorable action of Article 5, Water Dept. Surplus Revenue Appropriation & Surplus Revenue Appropriations
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 5, Water Dept. Surplus Revenue A.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 6, Transfer from Water Surplus Revenue to Water Stabilizatio
I move favorable action of Article 6, Transfer from Water Surplus Revenue to Water Stabilization Fund
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 6, Transfer from Wate.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 7, Water Dep. Request to Obtain Eminent Domain
I move favorable action of Article 7, Water Dep. Request to Obtain Eminent Domain
The minutes give only the count.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Alcombright and a 0-5-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 7.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright)
Favorable action of Article 9, Authorize Revolving Accounts
I move favorable action of Article 9, Authorize Revolving Accounts
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable acti.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 10, FY23 Renewable Energy Enterprise Fund Budget
I move favorable action of Article 10, FY23 Renewable Energy Enterprise Fund Budget
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 10,.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 11, FY 23 Capital Equipment/Project Funding
I move favorable action of Article 11, FY 23 Capital Equipment/Project Funding
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Articl.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 12, FY23 Equipment Purchase/Project Funding
I move favorable action of Article 12, FY23 Equipment Purchase/Project Funding
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bouchard, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 1.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 13, FY23 Elected Officials Compensation
I move favorable action of Article 13, FY23 Elected Officials Compensation
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Ar.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 14, FY23 Wage and Personnel Bylaw Amendments & Compensation
I move favorable action of Article 14, FY23 Wage and Personnel Bylaw Amendments & Compensation Schedule
Yes: Alcombright, Bouchard, Emberg, VaughnCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Kramer (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Mr. Bouchard and a 4-0-1 vote, by roll call vote (Ms. Kramer abstained) VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 14, FY23 Wage and Per.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 15, Kingston Police Lieutenants’ Contract
I move favorable action of Article 15, Kingston Police Lieutenants’ Contract
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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Ar.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 16, FY22 Transfer to Employment Liability Reserve Fund
I move favorable action of Article 16, FY22 Transfer to Employment Liability Reserve Fund
No seconder recorded. The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 16, FY22 Transfer to Employment L.” (Motion: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 17, FY23 Transfer to Post Employment Health Insurance Liabil
I move favorable action of Article 17, FY23 Transfer to Post Employment Health Insurance Liability Fund (OPEB)
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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 17, FY23 Transfer to Post Employm.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 18, Transfer Funds to Stabilization Fund
I move favorable action of Article 18, Transfer Funds to Stabilization Fund
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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of A.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 19, Construction of Cold Storage Building
I move favorable action of Article 19, Construction of Cold Storage Building
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Arti.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 20, Purchase of Land
I move favorable action of Article 20, Purchase of Land
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move fav.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 21, FY23 Sampson Fund Appropriations/Projects
I move favorable action of Article 21, FY23 Sampson Fund Appropriations/Projects
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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Articl.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Administrative Bu
I move favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Administrative Budget/Fund Appropriations
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committ.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Revolutionary War
I move favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Revolutionary War Veteran’s Graves in the Old Burying Ground
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Revolutionary W.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Fund Kiosk and Si
I move favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Fund Kiosk and Signage for Select Conservation Properties
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 22, FY23 Community Preservation Committee/ Fund Kiosk a.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 23, FY23 Chapter 90 Funding
I move favorable action of Article 23, FY23 Chapter 90 Funding
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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorabl.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 26, Rescind Borrowing Authorization, and other Activity for
I move favorable action of Article 26, Rescind Borrowing Authorization, and other Activity for KES Roof Top Units
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 26, Rescind Borrowing Authorizati.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 27, Replace Pump out Boat Motor
I move favorable action of Article 27, Replace Pump out Boat Motor
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable acti.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 30, Request to Sell Town Owned Land
I move favorable action of Article 30, Request to Sell Town Owned Land
Yes: VaughnNo: Alcombright, Bouchard, EmbergCount 1-3-1 as written; the minutes name Emberg (N), Bouchard (N), Alcombright (N), Kramer (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Ms. Vaughn and a 1-3-1 vote, by roll call vote (Ms. Emberg, Mr. Bouchard, Mr. Alcombright voted against, Ms. Kramer abstained) VOTE: I move favorable action o.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 33, Amendment of general Bylaws; Chapter 12-Earth Removal
I move favorable action of Article 33, Amendment of general Bylaws; Chapter 12-Earth Removal
Yes: Alcombright, Bouchard, Emberg, VaughnCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Kramer (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Mr. Bouchard and a 4-0-1 vote, by roll call vote (Ms. Kramer abstained) VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 33, Amendm.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Favorable action of Article 35, Adopt M.G.L. Chapter 59, Section 5N-Veteran Property Tax
I move favorable action of Article 35, Adopt M.G.L. Chapter 59, Section 5N-Veteran Property Tax Work-Off Program
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, by roll call vote VOTE: I move favorable action of Article 35, Adopt M.G.L. Chapter 59, Sec.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
I motion to adjourn
I motion 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. Alcombright, second by Mr. Bouch.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
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