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April 9, 2024
2 meetings this evening, 41 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Note on these minutes: Executive session minutes (released).
Present: Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Sheila Vaughn, Tyler R. Bouchard, Eric J. Crone
Absent: None
3 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
To go into Executive Session to return to open session at 6:00 p.m. in Room 200, for the purpos...
To go into Executive Session to return to open session at 6:00 p.m. in Room 200, for the purpose of: Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21 (a)(2) - To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and contract negotiations with nonunion personnel – Fire Chief.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Emberg, second by Mr. Alcombright, and a roll call vote of Ms. Emberg-aye, Mr. Alcombright-aye, Ms. Vaughn-aye, Mr. Bouchard-aye, and Mr. Crone-aye. VOTED: to go into Executive Session to return to open session at 6:00 p.m. in Room 200, for the purpose of: Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law (Chapter 30A Section 21 (a)(2) - To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and contract negot.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Alcombright)
Authorize the Chair to speak with the Fire Chief to discuss the agreed-upon terms and provide a...
Move to authorize the Chair to speak with the Fire Chief to discuss the agreed-upon terms and provide a final version for the Board’s review in an upcoming open session.
Yes: Alcombright, Bouchard, Emberg, VaughnRoll call lists Crone with no vote recorded.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bouchard, second by Mr. Alcombright, and a roll call vote of Ms. Emberg-aye, Mr. Alcombright-aye, Ms. Vaughn-aye, Mr. Bouchard-aye, and Mr. Crone. VOTED: Move to authorize the Chair to speak with the Fire Chief to discuss the agreed-upon terms and provide a final version for.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Alcombright)
The Board of Selectmen adjourned the Executive Session at 5:36 p.m. to return to open session a...
The Board of Selectmen adjourned the Executive Session at 5:36 p.m. to return to open session at 6:00 p.m. in Room 200.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, second by Mr. Bouchard, and a roll call vote of Ms. Emberg-aye, Mr. Alcombright-aye, Ms. Vaughn-aye, Mr. Bouchard-aye, and Mr. Crone-aye. VOTED: The Board of Selectmen adjourned the Executive Session at 5:36 p.m. to return.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard)
Kingston Board of Selectmen · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Present: Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Sheila Vaughn, Tyler R. Bouchard, Eric J. Crone
Absent: None
38 recorded votes, 38 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Approve the changes to the bylaws presented this evening recommended by General Code as part of...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the changes to the bylaws presented this evening recommended by General Code as part of the recodification process and request the Town Administrator include a warrant article in the 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant for voter consideration.
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 approve the changes to the bylaws presented this evening recommended by General Code as part of the recodification process and request the Town Administrator include a warrant article in the 2024 Ann.” (Motion: Bouchard, 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 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 t.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Crone) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Continue the public hearing Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 6pm.
I move the Board of Selectmen to continue the public hearing Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 6pm.
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 continue the publ.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Authorize counsel to file a lawsuit in district court to enforce the Selectmen’s decision again...
I move the Board of Selectmen authorize counsel to file a lawsuit in district court to enforce the Selectmen’s decision against the owner
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 Ms. Vaughn, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen authorize counsel to file a lawsuit in district court to enf.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Vaughn) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvement Plan presented this evening by the Capital Plan...
I move the Board of Selectmen accept the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvement Plan presented this evening by the Capital Planning Committee and move the supporting warrant articles to the 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, seconded by Mr. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen accept the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvement Plan presented this evening by the Capital Planning Committee and move the support.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 1.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 1.
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. Alcombright, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board.” (Motion: Crone, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 2.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 2.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 3.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 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. Crone, seconded by Mr. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 4.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 4.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 5.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 5.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 7.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 7.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 8.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 8.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 9.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 9.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 10.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 10.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 12.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 12.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 13.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 13.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 14.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 14.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 15.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 15.
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. Alcombright, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board.” (Motion: Crone, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 16.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 16.
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. Alcombright, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board.” (Motion: Crone, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 17.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 17.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 18.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 18.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of all 14 projects within Article 19.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of all 14 projects within Article 19.
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 recommend app.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 21.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 21.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 22 all projects.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 22 all projects.
Yes: Alcombright, Bouchard, Crone, VaughnCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Emberg (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, seconded by Mr. Bouchard, and a 4-0-1 vote, (Ms. Emberg abstained) VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen rec.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 23.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 23.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 24.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 24.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 25.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 25.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 26.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 26.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 27.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 27.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 28.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 28.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 29 and Article 30
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 29 and Article 30
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 reco.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 31.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 31.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 32.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 32.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Recommend approval of Article 33.
I move the Board of Selectmen recommend approval of Article 33.
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.” (Motion: Crone, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Support the Town Administrator’s recommendation to adjust the Selectmen’s recommended
I move to support the Town Administrator’s recommendation to adjust the Selectmen’s recommended budget of $116,796, per our discussion.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Emberg, seconded by Mr. Bouchard, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move to support the Town Administrator’s recommendation to adjust the Selectmen’s recomme.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Michael Williams, to the position of Water Foreman, Grade 9, Step 2, Full Time position...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Michael Williams, to the position of Water Foreman, Grade 9, Step 2, Full Time position as part of the Kingston Town Employee Union – Labor, with the Water Department with an anticipated start date of April 29, 2024, consistent with the terms of the offer letter.
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 appoint Michael Williams, to the position of Water Foreman, Grade 9, Step 2, Full Time position as part of the Kingston Town Employee Union – Labor, with the Water Department with an anticipated start date of April 29, 2024,.” (Motion: Vaughn, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the open session meeting minutes from February 15, 2024, and March 26, 2024, as amended...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the open session meeting minutes from February 15, 2024, and March 26, 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. Alcombright, seconded by Ms. Vaughn, and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the open session meeting minutes from February 15, 2024.” (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. Bouchard, seconded by Mr. Cron.” (Motion: Bouchard, 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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