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April 11, 2023
35 recorded votes, 35 with disagreement.
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Present: Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Sheila Vaughn, Jessica M. Kramer, Tyler R. Bouchard
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Favorable action on Article 19, the Capital Planning article
I move favorable action on Article 19, the Capital Planning article.
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, roll call VOTE: I move favorable acti.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Open the public hearing.
I move the Board of Selectmen to open 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. Bouchard, second to Mr. Alcombright, and a 5-0-0 vote, roll call vote, VOTE: I move the.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Alcombright) 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 to 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 Ms. Kramer, second by Mr. Alcombright, and a 5-0-0 vote, roll call vote. VOTE: I move the B.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the request from John Wheble to transfer his Aquaculture Lease from Lease #1 to Lease #3.
I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the request from John Wheble to transfer his Aquaculture Lease from Lease #1 to Lease #3.
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, roll call vote. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the request from John Wheble to transfer h.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the use of ARPA funds for the installation of an HVAC unit for Silver Lake Regional Hig...
I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the use of ARPA funds for the installation of an HVAC unit for Silver Lake Regional High School in the amount of $188,175.
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 to approve the use of ARPA funds for the installation of an HVAC unit for Silver Lake.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the use of ARPA funds for the Main Street water main replacement in the amount of $503,...
I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the use of ARPA funds for the Main Street water main replacement in the amount of $503,349.
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 to approve the use of ARPA funds for the Main Street wa.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the request of the Kingston School Committee to withdraw $218,334 from the Special Educ...
I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the request of the Kingston School Committee to withdraw $218,334 from the Special Education Reserve Account to fund the FY23 budget shortfall partially.
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. Kramer, and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the request of the Kingston School Committee to withdraw $218,334 from the Special Education Reserve Account.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Open the April 29, 2023, Annual Town Meeting warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen to open the April 29, 2023, 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, roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to open t.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Remove the two articles as discussed.
I move the Board of Selectmen to remove the two articles as discussed.
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. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectme.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Add the COA By-law and Naming Town Property By-law articles, as discussed.
I move the Board of Selectmen to add the COA By-law and Naming Town Property By-law articles, as discussed.
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. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to add the COA By-law and Naming To.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Remove Article 21 Fund Kingston Elementary School Roof Restoration.
I move the Board of Selectmen to remove Article 21 Fund Kingston Elementary School Roof Restoration.
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. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, roll call vote VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to remove Article 21 Fund Ki.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Remove Article 31, Fund Kingston Town Employee Labor Union Contract, and Article 32, Fund Kings...
I move the Board of Selectmen to remove Article 31, Fund Kingston Town Employee Labor Union Contract, and Article 32, Fund Kingston Town Employee Clerical Union 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 Ms. Kramer, and a 5-0-0 vote, roll call vote VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to remove Article 31, Fund Kingston Town Employee Labor Union Contract, and Article 32, Fund Ki.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Remove Article 43 - Amendment to General By-Laws Chapter 22 Rent Control Board
I move the Board of Selectmen to remove Article 43 - Amendment to General By-Laws Chapter 22 Rent Control Board
Yes: Alcombright, Bouchard, KramerNo: Emberg, VaughnCount 3-2-0 as written; the minutes name Vaughn (N), Emberg (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, second by Mr. Bouchard, and a 3-2-0 vote, roll call vote, Ms. Vaughn and Ms. Emberg voted against; VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to remove Article 43 - Amendment t.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Reconsider the removal of Article 31, Fund Kingston Town Employee Labor Union Contract, and Art...
I move the Board of Selectmen to reconsider the removal of Article 31, Fund Kingston Town Employee Labor Union Contract, and Article 32, Fund Kingston Town Employee Clerical Union 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, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to reconsider the removal of Article 31, Fund Kingston Town Employee Labor Union Contract, and Article 32, Fund.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of Current Article 23 Community Preservation Committee Administrative Budget/Fund...
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Current Article 23 Community Preservation Committee Administrative Budget/Fund Appropriations/Project 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. Bouchard, second by Ms. Kramer, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Current Article 23 Community Preservation Committee Administrative Budget/Fund Appropriations/P.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of warrant Article 3 Supplementing FY23 Kingston School Budget on the Annual Town...
I move the Board of Selectmen vote in favor of warrant Article 3 Supplementing FY23 Kingston School Budget 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. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote in favor of warrant Article 3 Supplementing FY23 Kingston Sc.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote favorable action for Articles 1 through 11.
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote favorable action for Articles 1 through 11.
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, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to v.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of warrant Article 49 Petitioned Article - Fund Veteran's Memorial
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of warrant Article 49 Petitioned Article - Fund Veteran's Memorial
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. Vaughn, second by Mr. Bouchard, and a 4-0-1 vote, Ms. Kramer abstained; VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of warrant Article 49 Pe.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of warrant Article 24 - Consolidation and Change from an Elected to Appointed Tre...
I move the Board of Selectmen vote in favor of warrant Article 24 - Consolidation and Change from an Elected to Appointed Treasurer/Collector Position on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give only the count. Count totals 4 but 5 members are on the attendance line.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, second by Mr. Bouchard, and a 4-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen vote in favor of warrant Article 24 - Consolidation and Change from an Elected to Appointed Treasurer/Collector Po.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Bouchard)
Vote unfavorable action on Article 47 Petitioned Article - Street Acceptance (Cedar Street) on ...
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote unfavorable action on Article 47 Petitioned Article - Street Acceptance (Cedar Street) on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give only the count.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bouchard, second by Mr. Alcombright, and a 0-5-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to vote unfavorable action on Article 47 Petitioned Article - Street Acceptance (Ce.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Alcombright)
Vote in favor of Article 48 - Petitioned Article Installation of 3 Way Stop Sign on the Annual ...
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 48 - Petitioned Article Installation of 3 Way Stop Sign on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give only the count. Third number in the count (5) usually means abstentions in these minutes.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Emberg, second by Mr. Bouchard, and a 0-0-5 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 48 - Petitioned Article Installation of 3 Way Sto.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Bouchard)
Vote unfavorable action on Article 50 Petitioned Article – Country Club Way, on the Annual Town...
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote unfavorable action on Article 50 Petitioned Article – Country Club Way, on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give only the count.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bouchard, second by Mr. Alcombright, and a 0-5-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to vote unfavorable action on Article 50 Petitioned Article – Countr.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Alcombright)
(motion text not recorded)
Yes: Kramer, VaughnNo: Alcombright, Bouchard, EmbergCount 2-3-0 as written; the minutes name Emberg (N), Bouchard (N), Alcombright (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn, and a 2-3-0 vote, Ms. Emberg, Mr. Bouchard, and Mr. Alcombright voted against. VOTE, I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 51 Petitioned Article - Transfer of Town-Owned Land to Conservation on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Article 42 Amendment to General By-Laws; Chapter 13- Wetlands Protection By-Law Conservation Agent Matt Penella.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of Article 42 Amendment to General By-Laws; Chapter 13- Wetlands Protection By-La...
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 42 Amendment to General By-Laws; Chapter 13- Wetlands Protection By-Law 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. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 42 Amendment to General By-Laws; Chapter 13- Wetlands Protection.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of Article 44 - Amendment to General By-Laws; Chapter 26 Land Clearing By-Law on the Annual Town
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. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 44 - Amendment to General By-Laws; Chapter 26 Land Clearing By-Law on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Article 46 - Transfer of Town-Owned Land to Conservation Mr. Penella was in attendance and spoke about the specific parcels of land. Ms. Emberg asked if any of these parcel.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of Article 46 - Transfer of Town- Owned Land to Conservation on the Annual Town M...
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 46 - Transfer of Town- Owned Land to Conservation 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. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 46 - Transfer of Town- Owned Land to Conser.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of Article 35, Reduce Interest Rate on Senior Property Tax Deferrals on the Annua...
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 35, Reduce Interest Rate on Senior Property Tax Deferrals 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. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 35, Reduce Interest Rate on Senior Property Ta.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of Article 36, Increases Gross Receipts for Senior Tax Deferrals on the Annual To...
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 36, Increases Gross Receipts for Senior Tax Deferrals 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. Bouchard, second by Ms. Kramer, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 36, Increases Gross Receipts for Senior Tax Def.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Kramer) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of Article 39 Special Legislation - Town Administrator Duties and Authority on th...
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article 39 Special Legislation - Town Administrator Duties and Authority 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 to vote in favor of Article 39 Special Legislation - Town Administrator Duties and.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Vote in favor of Articles 53 and 54 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Articles 53 and 54 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant.
The minutes give only the count.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bouchard, second by Mr. Alcombright, and a 0-5-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to vote in favor of Article.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Alcombright)
Close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant and Authorize the Clerk to post.
I move the Board of Selectmen close the Annual Town Meeting Warrant and Authorize the Clerk to post.
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 close the Annual Town Mee.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Patricia Ann Iafrate for the position of less than part-time Public Health Nurse, a pos...
I move the Board of Selectmen to appoint Patricia Ann Iafrate for the position of less than part-time Public Health Nurse, a position funded through the Public Health Excellence Collaborative Grant at a rate of $39.00 for 17.5 hours a week with the anticipated start date of April 12, 2023, 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 Mr. Alcombright, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to appoint Patricia Ann Iafrate for the position of less than part-time Public Health Nurse, a position funded through the Public Health Excellence Collaborative Grant at a rate of $39.00 for 17.5 hours a week with the anticipated start date of A.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Jacob Stafford to the position of Public Safety Dispatcher with the Police Department, a Grade C3 Step
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, VOTE I move the Board of Selectmen to appoint Jacob Stafford to the position of Public Safety Dispatcher with the Police Department, a Grade C3 Step 1, nonexempt position as part of KTEU with the Police Department with an anticipated start date of May 1, 2023, with the following conditions: 1. Receive satisfactory results of a physica.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve and authorize the Town Clerk to post the Annual Town Meeting Warrant scheduled for Satu...
I move the Board of Selectmen to approve and authorize the Town Clerk to post the Annual Town Meeting Warrant scheduled for Saturday, April 22, 2023, as presented by the Town 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. Bouchard, second by Ms. Kramer, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to approve and authorize the Town Clerk to post the Annual Town Meeting Warrant scheduled for Saturday, Apri.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Kramer) 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 Ms. Kramer, second by Ms. Vaughn, a.” (Motion: Kramer, second: Vaughn) 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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