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July 29, 2025
9 recorded votes, 9 with disagreement.
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Present: Eric J. Crone, Kimberley A. Emberg, Donald J. Alcombright, Melissa Bateman, Carl L. Pike
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
The board’s prior dangerous finding be affirmed at ratifying that Bert is a dangero
I move that the board’s prior dangerous finding be affirmed at ratifying that Bert is a dangerous dog in terms as defined in general laws chapter 140 section 136A.
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. Pike and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move that the board’s prior dangerous finding be affirmed at ratifying that Bert is a dangerous dog in terms as defi.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Based upon the facts and circumstances of his present incident in conjunction with the prior in...
Based upon the facts and circumstances of his present incident in conjunction with the prior incidents that the following conditions be imposed upon Bert, that Bert be relocated on or before August 15, 2025, and if not Bert shall be humanely euthanized. Low-Income Community Shared Solar (LICSS) Program for Kingston
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. Pike and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: Based upon the facts and circumstances of his present incident in conjunction with the prior incidents that the following conditions be imposed upon Bert, that Bert be relocated on or before August 15, 2025, and if not Bert shall be humanely euthanized. Low-Income Commun.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the Town and sol...
I move the Board authorize the Town Administrator to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the Town and solar developer to deliver benefits to low-income customers participating in Kingston’s municipal aggregation program, Discussion on Cable Franchise Renewal
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 authorize the Town Administrator to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the Town and solar developer to deliver benefits to low-income customers participating in Kingston’s municipal aggregation pro.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
The Board, as Cable Television License Issuing Authority, vote as follows: To move Attor
I move the Board, as Cable Television License Issuing Authority, vote as follows: To move Attorney William Solomon to represent the Town of Kingston in Cable Television Renewal negotiations with Verizon New England, Inc., for a term of five (5) years. Consideration of One Day Liquor License from Hilltop Athletic Association
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Ms. Bateman, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board, as Cable Television License Issuing Authority, vote as follows: To move Attorney William Solomon to represent the Town of Kingston in Cable Television Renewal negotiations with Verizon New England, Inc., for a term of five (5) years. Consideration of One Day.” (Motion: Bateman, second: Alcombright) 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 2, 2025, at the Opachinski Field Complex from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, contingent upon receipt of a valid alcohol serving certification.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Pike, seconded by Ms. Bateman 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 2, 2025, at the Opachinski Field Complex from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, contingent upon receipt.” (Motion: Pike, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Authorize the Town Administrator to contract an engineering firm to verify the location of a ne...
I move the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to contract an engineering firm to verify the location of a new school zone on Second Brook Street for the Elementary and Intermediate Schools as illustrated in the map included. Further, to authorize the purchase of the necessary School Zone signs Total costs to not exceed $16,000. Discussion on Appointing Rather Than Electing a 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 Ms. Bateman, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen authorize the Town Administrator to contract an engineering firm to verify the location of a new school zone on Second Brook Street for the Elementary and Intermediate Schools as illustrated in the map included. Further, to authorize the purchase of the necessary School Zone signs Total costs to not exceed $16,000. Discussion.” (Motion: Bateman, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Supports the inclusion of a warrant article on the 2025 Fall Town Meeting warrant seeking to ha...
I move the Board of Selectmen supports the inclusion of a warrant article on the 2025 Fall Town Meeting warrant seeking to have the Town Clerk position be appointed by the Board of Selectmen rather than having the position be elected, Approval of Open Session Meeting Minutes — July 15, 2025, open session meeting minutes There was no discussion on the amendments in the minutes.
Yes: Alcombright, Bateman, Crone, EmbergNo: PikeCount 4-1-0 as written; the minutes name Pike (N); other members voting shown Y.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, seconded by Ms. Bateman and a 4-1-0 vote, (Mr. Pike voted against) VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen supports the inclusion of a warrant article on the 2025 Fall Town Meeting warrant seeking to have the Town Clerk position be appointed by the Board of Selectmen rather than having the position be elected, Approval of Open Session Meeting Minutes — July 15, 2025, open session meeting minutes There was.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the open session meeting minutes of July 15, 2025, as amended.
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the open session meeting minutes of July 15, 2025, as amended.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
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“Motion by Mr. Alcombright, seconded by Ms. Bateman and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the open sessi.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Adjourn to executive session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiat
I move to adjourn to executive session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel - Town Administrator.
The minutes give the count 5-0-0; it equals the members voting, so each is shown Y.
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“Motion by Ms. Emberg, seconded by Ms. Bateman and a 5-0-0 vote, roll call VOTE: I move to adjourn to executive session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations wit.” (Motion: Emberg, 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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