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February 15, 2024
23 recorded votes, 23 with disagreement.
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Present: Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Sheila Vaughn, Eric J. Crone
Absent: Tyler R. Bouchard
Every vote, in order
Appoint Thomas Kelly as the Interim Police Chief effective at the end of Chief Splaine’s shift ...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Thomas Kelly as the Interim Police Chief effective at the end of Chief Splaine’s shift on February 20, 2024, until April 1, 2024, or until the start of the new Police Chief’s employment, whichever comes first.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Thomas Kelly as the Interim Police Chief effective at the end of Chief Splaine’s shift on February 20, 2024, until April 1, 2024, or until the start of the new Pol.” (Motion: Crone, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Authorize the Board of Selectmen of Kingston, in accordance with its charter, by-laws
I move to authorize the Board of Selectmen of Kingston, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, to authorize the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority the Statement of Interest Form dated February 28, 2024, for Kingston Elementary School located at 150 Main Street, Kingston, MA, 02364 which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category(s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future replacement, renovation or modernization of school facility systems, such as roofs, windows, boilers, heating and ventilation systems, to increase energy conservation and decr
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, seconded by Mr. Crone and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move to authorize the Board of Selectmen of Kingston, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, to authorize the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority the Statement of Interest Form dated February 28, 2024, for Kingston Elementary School located at 150 Main Street, Kingston, MA, 02364 which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category(s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future replacement, renovation or modernization of school facility systems, such as roofs, windows, boilers, heating and ventilation systems,.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Crone) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the Town Administrator’s annual evaluation schedule as presented
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Town Administrator’s annual evaluation schedule as presented
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Town Administr.” (Motion: Crone, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the following donations for the Veteran’s Memorial • Site Work donated by Crystal Constr...
I move the Board of Selectmen accept the following donations for the Veteran’s Memorial • Site Work donated by Crystal Construction with an estimated value of $7,200 • Electrical Labor donated by Lenny Warner with an estimated value of $4,000 • Cast and Place Foundation Work donated by Priolo Concrete Forms with an estimated value of $4,800
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, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen accept the following donations for the Veteran’s Memorial • Site Work donated by Crystal Construction with an estimated value of $7,200 • Electrical Labor donated by Lenny Warner with an estimated value of $4,000 • Cast and Place Foundation Work donated by Priolo C.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Reopen the public hearing.
I move the Board of Selectmen reopen the public hearing.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Boar.” (Motion: Crone, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Continue the public hearing until Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 6:15 pm
I move the Board of Selectmen continue the public hearing until Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 6:15 pm
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen continue the public hea.” (Motion: Crone, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the Aquaculture Regulations for Kelp as amended to number the items and add “seed” to K...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Aquaculture Regulations for Kelp as amended to number the items and add “seed” to Kelp Seed purchases must be made from a licensed kelp dealer as approved by the Department of Fisheries.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Emberg, seconded by Mr. Crone and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Aquaculture Regulations for Kelp as amended to number the items and add “seed” to Kelp Seed purchases must be made from a licensed kelp dealer as.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Crone) 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 2024 as ...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the recommendation from the Recreation Commission for the Beach Sticker fee of 2024 as presented this evening
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, seconded by Mr. Crone and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the recommendation from the Recreation Commission for the Beach Stic.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Crone) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the recommendation from the Shellfish Constable for the 2024 Shellfish Licenses as pres...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the recommendation from the Shellfish Constable for the 2024 Shellfish Licenses as presented this evening
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, seconded by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the recommendation from the Shellfish Constable for the 20.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint David Thompson, to the position of CDL/ Driver/Laborer, a Grade 3, Step 6 nonexempt ful...
Move the Board of Selectmen appoint David Thompson, to the position of CDL/ Driver/Laborer, a Grade 3, Step 6 nonexempt full-time position as part of the Kingston Town Employee Union - Labor, with the Streets, Trees, and Parks Department with an anticipated start date of February 20, 2024, consistent with the terms of the offer letter.
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, seconded by Mr. Crone and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: move the Board of Selectmen appoint David Thompson, to the position of CDL/ Driver/Laborer, a Grade 3, Step 6 nonexempt full-time position as part of the Kingston Town Employee Union - Labor, with the Streets, Trees, and Parks Department with an anticipated start date of February 20, 2024, consi.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Crone) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the request from the Town Administrator to carry over the additional 5 vacation days.
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from the Town Administrator to carry over the additional 5 vacation days.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from the Town Administrator to c.” (Motion: Crone, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the resignation of Melissa Bateman from the Kingston 300th effective immediately.
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the resignation of Melissa Bateman from the Kingston 300th effective immediately.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the resignation of Melissa Bateman.” (Motion: Crone, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend FY25 budgets for the General, Water, Sewer to the Finance Committee with the followin...
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend FY25 budgets for the General, Water, Sewer to the Finance Committee with the following bottom-line amounts: General Fund $55,442,097 Water Fund $2,094,509 Sewer Fund $3,232,682 Renewable Energy $750,000
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen recommend FY25 budgets for the General, Water, Sewer to the Finance Committee with the following bottom-line amounts: General Fund $55,442,097 Water Fund $2,094,509 S.” (Motion: Crone, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Extend the deadline to obtain liability insurance until March 2, 2024.
I move the Board of Selectmen extend the deadline to obtain liability insurance until March 2, 2024.
Bouchard made/seconded this motion but is not on the attendance line. The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen extend the deadline to obta.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Reopen the public hearing.
I move the Board of Selectmen reopen the public hearing.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone seconded by Ms. Vaughn, and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board.” (Motion: Crone, second: Vaughn) 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 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the B.” (Motion: Crone, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the proposed location of the Sugar Kelp Farm.
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the proposed location of the Sugar Kelp Farm.
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, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approv.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the open session meeting minutes of January 16, 2024, as amended.
I move the Board of Selectmen to accept the open session meeting minutes of January 16, 2024, as amended.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to accept the open session me.” (Motion: Crone, second: Alcombright) 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 open the public hearing.
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, seconded by Mr. Crone and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Bo.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Crone) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Close the public meeting.
I move the Board of Selectmen close the public meeting.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Ms. Vaughn and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Boa.” (Motion: Crone, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Make a finding that Tyson is a dangerous dog.
I move the Board of Selectmen to make a finding that Tyson is a dangerous dog.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Emberg, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen t.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Have Tyson humanely euthanized prior to close of business on February 23, 2024, with written ev...
I move the Board of selectmen have Tyson humanely euthanized prior to close of business on February 23, 2024, with written evidence of the same provided to the ACO on or before February 27, 2024.
The minutes give the count 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Emberg, seconded by Mr. Crone and a 4-0-0 vote, by roll call vote, VOTE: I move the Board of selectmen have Tyson humanely euthanized prior to close of business on February 23, 2024, with written evidence of the same provided t.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Crone) 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 4-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Vaughn, seconded by Mr. Crone.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Crone) 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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