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July 30, 2024
2 meetings this evening, 21 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: Eric J. Crone, Tyler R. Bouchard, Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Melissa Bateman
Absent: None
2 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Go into Executive Session to return to open session in room 200 to discuss strategy with respec...
Move to go into Executive Session to return to open session in room 200 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares, Nuisance Dog – Frazier.
Yes: Bateman, Bouchard, Crone, EmbergRoll call lists Alcombright with no vote recorded.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Crone, second by Ms. Emberg, and a roll call vote of Mr. Crone-aye, Mr. Bouchard-aye, Ms. Emberg-aye, Mr. Alcombright, and Ms. Bateman-aye. VOTED: Move to go into Executive Session to return to open session in room 200 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the cha.” (Motion: Crone, second: Emberg)
The Board of Selectmen adjourned the Executive Session to return to Open Session in room 200. B...
The Board of Selectmen adjourned the Executive Session to return to Open Session in room 200. Board of Selectmen July 30, 2024 Executive Session
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Bateman, second by Mr. Bouchard, and a roll call vote of Mr. Crone-aye, Mr. Bouchard-aye, Ms. Emberg-aye, Mr. Alcombright-aye, and Ms. Bateman-aye. VOTED: The Board of Selectmen adjourned the Executive Session to return to Open Session in room 200. Board o.” (Motion: Bateman, second: Bouchard)
Kingston Board of Selectmen · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Present: Eric J. Crone, Tyler R. Bouchard, Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Melissa Bateman
Absent: None
19 recorded votes, 19 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Deem dogs Hank and Bert be deemed Nuisance dogs.
I move the Board of Selectmen deem dogs Hank and Bert be deemed Nuisance dogs.
Yes: Crone, EmbergNo: Alcombright, Bateman, BouchardCount 2-3-0 as written; the minutes name who voted in favor; other members voting shown N.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Emberg, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 2-3-0 (Mr. Crone and Ms. Emberg voted for) VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen deem.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Deem dogs Hank and Bert be deemed Dangerous dogs.
I move the Board of Selectmen to deem dogs Hank and Bert be deemed Dangerous dogs.
Yes: Alcombright, Bateman, BouchardNo: Crone, EmbergCount 3-2-0 as written; the minutes name Crone (N), Emberg (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 3-2-0, (Mr. Crone and Ms. Emberg voted against) VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
The owner of the two dogs shall be required to take action on items #2, #4 and #6 as wri
I move the owner of the two dogs shall be required to take action on items #2, #4 and #6 as written in the statute.
Yes: Alcombright, Bateman, BouchardNo: Crone, EmbergCount 3-2-0 as written; the minutes name Crone (N), Emberg (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bouchard, seconded by Ms. Bateman and a 3-2-0, (Mr. Crone and Ms. Emberg voted against) VOTE: I move the owner of the two dogs shall be required to take action on i.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
The conditions be met with satisfaction of Animal Control officer, September 30, 2024, w
I move the conditions be met with satisfaction of Animal Control officer, September 30, 2024, with the ability of the ACO to issue an extension
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. Alcombright a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the conditions be met with satisfaction of Animal Control officer, September 30, 2024, wi.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the FY25 Police Chief goals as presented
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the FY25 Police Chief goals as presented
Yes: Alcombright, Bouchard, Crone, EmbergCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Bateman (A); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 4-0-1 vote, (Ms. Bateman abstained) VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen.” (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 local ARPA funds for the acquisition of a server, licenses and port card in ...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the use of local ARPA funds for the acquisition of a server, licenses and port card in the amount of $16,278.10.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Bouchard, seconded by Ms. Emberg and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the use of local ARPA funds for the acquisition of a server, license.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Emberg) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve a police detail rate of $73.62 per hour for part time officers effective July 17, 2024
I move the Board of Selectmen approve a police detail rate of $73.62 per hour for part time officers effective July 17, 2024
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. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve a police detail rate of $73.62 per hour.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the State and Local Road Improvement Priorities Report presented the evening.
I move the Board to accept the State and Local Road Improvement Priorities Report presented the evening.
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 the Board to accept the State and Local Road Improvem.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve Issuance and Details of Loans (Loan Nos. CWP-22-33 and CWP- 23-33-A) from the Massachus...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve Issuance and Details of Loans (Loan Nos. CWP-22-33 and CWP- 23-33-A) from the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust, and sign related closing Documents pay costs of designing, constructing, equipping, and furnishing leaching fields.
Yes: Alcombright, Bateman, Bouchard, CroneNo: EmbergCount 4-0-1 as written; the minutes name Emberg (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 4-0-1 vote, (Ms. Emberg voted against) VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve Issuance and Details of Loans (Loan Nos. CWP-22-33 and CWP- 23-33-A) from the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust, and sign related closing Documents pay costs of designing, constru.” (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 Hilltop Athletic Association for a One Day Liquor License for a softba...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Hilltop Athletic Association for a One Day Liquor License for a softball charity tournament taking place on August 24, 2024, at the Opachinski Field Complex from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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 request from Hilltop Athletic Association for a One Day Liquor License for a softball charity tournament taking place on August 24, 2024, at the.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Adam Doucette to the position of Heavy Equipment Operator a Grade, 5 Step 6 nonexempt p...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Adam Doucette to the position of Heavy Equipment Operator a Grade, 5 Step 6 nonexempt position as part of Kingston Town Employee Union – Labor with Streets, Trees, and Parks with an anticipated start date of August 12, 2024, consistent with the terms in 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. Emberg, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Adam Doucette to the position of Heavy Equipment Operator a Grade, 5 Step 6 nonexempt position as part of Kingston Town Employee Union – Labor with Streets, Trees, and Parks with an anticipated start date of August 12, 2024, co.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint David Gleason as the Planning Board Associate Member effective immediately through June...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint David Gleason as the Planning Board Associate Member effective immediately through June 30, 2025.
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. Emberg and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint David Gleason as the Planning Board Associate Memb.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Emberg) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Authorize the posting of the State Primary Election Warrant to be held on September 3, 2024.
I move the Board of Selectmen to authorize the posting of the State Primary Election Warrant to be held on September 3, 2024.
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 Ms. Bateman and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to authorize the posting of the State Primary Electi.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the transfer of ARPA 103,177.80 from the High School/Middle School project to the Silve...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the transfer of ARPA 103,177.80 from the High School/Middle School project to the Silver Lake High School HS Café HVAC.
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 approve the transfer of ARPA 103,177.80 from the High School/Middle School pro.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the return of unexpended ARPA funds of $5,006.77 from the fire suppression system impro...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the return of unexpended ARPA funds of $5,006.77 from the fire suppression system improvements 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, seconded by Mr. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the return of unexpended ARPA funds of $5,006.77 from t.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the FY25 Town Administrator Goals and Objectives as presented
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the FY25 Town Administrator Goals and Objectives 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. Bouchard and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the FY25 Tow.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bouchard) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Keith Hickey as the designee for the Town of Kingston to the MBTA Advisory Board effect...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Keith Hickey as the designee for the Town of Kingston to the MBTA Advisory Board effective immediately.
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. Bateman and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Keith Hickey as the designee for the Town of Kingston t.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the open session meeting minutes of June 18, 2024, July 2, 2024, and July 16, 2024, as a...
I move the Board of Selectmen to accept the open session meeting minutes of June 18, 2024, July 2, 2024, and July 16, 2024, as amended.
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 accept the open session meeting minutes of June 18, 2.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Alcombright) 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 Ms. Bate.” (Motion: Bouchard, second: Bateman) 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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