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March 12, 2024
15 recorded votes, 15 with disagreement.
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Present: Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Sheila Vaughn, Tyler R. Bouchard, Eric J. Crone
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the request from Micheale Snowdale dba Stellwagen Beer Co for Two - One Day B
I move to approve the request from Micheale Snowdale dba Stellwagen Beer Co for Two - One Day Beer and Wine Liquor License for the Clover Cup Hockey Tournament at the Bog the event is taking place on March 15, 2024, from 5 pm-10 pm and March 16, 2024, from 12 pm – 6 pm.
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, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to approve the request from Micheale Snowdale dba Stellwagen Beer Co for Two - One Day Beer and Wine Liquor License for the Clover Cup Hockey Tournament at the Bog the event is taking place on March 15, 2024, from 5 pm-.” (Motion: Vaughn, 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. Alcombright, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move t.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) 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 Mr. Alcombright, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move th.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the amendment to the license of 3 Dogs LLC dba A3 Pizza to an All-Alcohol Beverage Lice...
I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the amendment to the license of 3 Dogs LLC dba A3 Pizza to an All-Alcohol Beverage License.
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, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the amendment to the license of 3 Dogs LLC.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the request from Promotor Line Inc. to hold the Annual Cape Cod Getaway MS Bike Ride on...
I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the request from Promotor Line Inc. to hold the Annual Cape Cod Getaway MS Bike Ride on June 29, 2024, according to the traffic control plan presented with the following conditions: • The applicant successfully acquires the proper permits to hold the said event from MassDOT. • The applicant contacts the Kingston Police Department to schedule detailed officers as recommended by the Interim 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. Bouchard, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the request from Promotor Line Inc. to hold the Annual Cape Cod Getaway MS Bike Ride on June 29, 2024, according to the traffic control plan presented with the following conditions: • The applicant successfully acquires the proper permits to hold the said event from MassDOT. • The applicant contacts the Kingston Police Department to schedule detailed off.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend including a warrant article at the 2024 Spring Town Meeting to increase the senior an...
I move the Board of Selectmen to recommend including a warrant article at the 2024 Spring Town Meeting to increase the senior and veteran tax work-off allowance to $1,250.
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, seconded by Mr. Crone and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to recommend including a warrant article at the 2024 Spring Town Meeting to increase the senior.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Crone) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the common victualler license for Keegan Kreations
I move to approve the common victualler license for Keegan Kreations
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, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to approve the co.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Marilyn Kozodoy to the Conservation Commission effective immediately through June 30, 2...
I move the Board of Selectmen to appoint Marilyn Kozodoy to the Conservation Commission effective immediately through June 30, 2026.
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, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to appoint Marilyn Kozodoy to the Conservation Commissi.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the following donations: • $20 Donation to benefit the Café Program from Donald Kelly • ...
I move the Board of Selectmen to accept the following donations: • $20 Donation to benefit the Café Program from Donald Kelly • $300 donation from Barbara Potter to be used for the purchase of a new TV in the library.
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, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to accept the following donations: • $20 Donation to benefit the Café Program from Donald Kelly • $300 donation from Barbara Potter to be.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the open session meeting minutes from January 30, 2024, as amended in the packet.
I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the open session meeting minutes from January 30, 2024, as amended in the packet.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the open session meeting minutes from.” (Motion: Crone, 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, seconded by Ms. Vaughn and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Bo.” (Motion: Bouchard, 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 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bouchard, seconded by Mr. Crone and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Boar.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Crone) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Deny the Earth Removal Permit filed by P.K. Realty Trust for the following reasons: • Possible ...
I move the Board of Selectmen to deny the Earth Removal Permit filed by P.K. Realty Trust for the following reasons: • Possible Impact on the Town of Kingston Water Supply • The Earth Removal Application does not comply with several provisions of the Kingston Earth Removal Bylaw, such as Chapter 12 Articles 7, 9 and 12
Yes: Alcombright, Bouchard, Crone, EmbergNo: VaughnCount 4-1-0 as written; the minutes name Vaughn (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 4-1-0 vote, Ms. Vaughn opposed. VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to deny the Earth Removal Permit filed by P.K. Realty Trust for the following reasons: • Possible Impact on the Town of Kingston Water Supply • The Earth Removal Application does not comply with several provisions of the Kingston Earth Remov.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Authorize the Chair to submit a letter of support for the Draft Kingston 2024 Open Sp
I move to authorize the Chair to submit a letter of support for the Draft Kingston 2024 Open Space & Recreation Plan as presented
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, seconded by Mr. Crone and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to authorize the Chair to submit a letter of support for the Draft Kingston.” (Motion: Alcombright, 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 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bouchard, seconded by Mr. Alco.” (Motion: Bouchard, 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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