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January 27, 2026
14 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: The town posted these minutes on October 6, 2026 after MassVoter asked for them. Ms. Bateman and Mr. Alcombright took part by video.
Present: Eric J. Crone, Kimberley A. Emberg, Melissa Bateman, Donald J. Alcombright, Carl L. Pike
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
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 Ms. Bateman, seconded by Mr. Pike and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call by roll call VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen open the public hearing..” (Motion: Bateman, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Close the public hearing.
I move 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. Pike, seconded by Ms. Bateman and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move to close the public hearing..” (Motion: Pike, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Receive and accept the ADA Transition Plan as prepared by the Institute for Human Centered D...
I move the Board of Selectmen to receive and accept the ADA Transition Plan as prepared by the Institute for Human Centered Design (IHCD) 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. Pike, seconded by Ms. Bateman and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to receive and accept the ADA Transition Plan as prepared by the Institute for Human Centered Design (IHCD) as presented..” (Motion: Pike, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Authorize the Police Chief to amend the DMH Jail Diversion Program grant application to incl...
I move the Board of Selectmen to authorize the Police Chief to amend the DMH Jail Diversion Program grant application to include funding for an additional clinician and to begin the process to enter into Inter-Municipal agreements with the Towns of Carver and Hanson. The Chief is also directed to report back to the Board with significant developments with this program. Consider Title Issues with property located at 92 Main Street, Kingston, MA and Determination of Town Meeting Article to Resolve This item will not be discussed.
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. Pike and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to authorize the Police Chief to amend the DMH Jail Diversion Program grant application to include funding for an additional clinician and to begin the process to enter into Inter-Municipal agreements with the Towns of Carver and Hanson. The Chief is also directed to report.” (Motion: Bateman, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the request from Ken Brack at Hope Floats to hold their 11th Annual Memory Walk on S...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Ken Brack at Hope Floats to hold their 11th Annual Memory Walk on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10am -11:30 am contingent upon: • Scheduling of two police officers at the designated high traffic intersections. • Secure all permits from MassDOT to utilize State Highway Route 3A.
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. Pike and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Ken Brack at Hope Floats to hold their 11th Annual Memory Walk on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10am -11:30 am contingent upon: • Scheduling of two police officers at the designated high traffic intersections. • Secure all permits from MassDOT to u.” (Motion: Bateman, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the request from James Jaffe to hold their 27th Annual Best Buddies Challenge Cyclin...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from James Jaffe to hold their 27th Annual Best Buddies Challenge Cycling Event on May 30, 2026, according to the traffic control plan presented with the following conditions: • Best Buddies successfully acquires the proper permits from MassDOT. • Best Buddies contacts the Kingston Police Department for the scheduling of detail officers.
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, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from James Jaffe to hold their 27th Annual Best Buddies Challenge Cycling Event on May 30, 2026, according to the traffic control plan presented with the following conditions: • Best Buddies successfully acquires the proper permits from MassDOT. • Best B.” (Motion: Pike, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Adopt the changes made to the Harbor & Waterways Regulations as presented.
I move the Board of Selectmen adopt the changes made to the Harbor & Waterways Regulations 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 Ms. Bateman, seconded by Mr. Pike and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen adopt the changes made to the Harbor & Waterways Regulations as presented..” (Motion: Bateman, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the request from Paul Gallagher to place a bench at Gray’s Beach in honor of Mathew...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Paul Gallagher to place a bench at Gray’s Beach in honor of Mathew Hamilton with the exact placement of it at Gray’s Beach Park still to be determined later, by the Recreation Commission.
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, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request from Paul Gallagher to place a bench at Gray’s Beach in honor of Mathew Hamilton with the exact placement of it at Gray’s Beach Park still to be determined later, by the Recreation Commission..” (Motion: Pike, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the following one-day liquor licenses: • The Bartending Service of New England LLC f...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the following one-day liquor licenses: • The Bartending Service of New England LLC for March 14, 2026, from 12-4pm at Kingston Collection for Sip and Stroll • The Bartending Service of New England LLC for April 4, 2026, from 12-4pm at Kingston Collection for Sip and Stroll Wedding Showcase • 42nd Brew Co for Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 10-4 at CrossFit Take Off for their Cupid Conspiracy Event.
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. Pike, and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the following one-day liquor licenses: • The Bartending Service of New England LLC for March 14, 2026, from 12-4pm at Kingston Collection for Sip and Stroll • The Bartending Service of New England LLC for April 4, 2026, from 12-4pm at Kingston Collection for Sip an.” (Motion: Bateman, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Declare surplus a 1996 Emergency One Fire Engine known as Engine 4 so that it may be traded...
I move the Board of Selectmen declare surplus a 1996 Emergency One Fire Engine known as Engine 4 so that it may be traded toward the purchase of the 2027 Smeal Engine and I move the Board of Selectmen declare surplus Floating docks and approve these be disposed of.
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 Mr. Bateman and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen declare surplus a 1996 Emergency One Fire Engine known as Engine 4 so that it may be traded toward the purchase of the 2027 Smeal Engine and I move the Board of Selectmen declare surplus Floating docks and approve these be disposed of..” (Motion: Pike, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the following donations: • $500 worth of donations from a number of individuals in m...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the following donations: • $500 worth of donations from a number of individuals in memory of Geralde Buckley to the Kingston Public Library • $1,000 from A Dogs World Unleashed Do Day Care Center to the Kingston Animal Control • $100 from anonymous to the Kingston Council on Aging
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. Pike, and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the following donations: • $500 worth of donations from a number of individuals in memory of Geralde Buckley to the Kingston Public Library • $1,000 from A Dogs World Unleashed Do Day Care Center to the Kingston Animal Control • $100 from anonymous to the Kingston .” (Motion: Bateman, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Danielle King to the position of Administrative Assistant (BOS/HR/IT) a full time, G...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Danielle King to the position of Administrative Assistant (BOS/HR/IT) a full time, Grade 3 Step 4 non-exempt position with Wage and Personnel effective February 17, 2026, contingent with the terms in the offer letter. And I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Timothy Ballinger to the position of Van Driver a Grade 3, Step 3 non- exempt position with KTEU – Labor effective February 2, 2026, contingent with the terms in the offer letter. And I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Leo Kazlauskas to the position of Pump Station Operator a Grade 5, Step 2 non-exempt position with KTEU – Labor effective February 2, 2026, contingent with the terms in the offer letter. And I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Shawn Turner to the position of Streets, Trees and Parks Superintendent a Schedule D13, Step 7 exempt position with Wage and Personnel effective February 2, 2026, contingent 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. Bateman, seconded by Mr. Pike, and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call by roll call VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Danielle King to the position of Administrative Assistant (BOS/HR/IT) a full time, Grade 3 Step 4 non-exempt position with Wage and Personnel effective February 17, 2026, contingent with the terms in the offer letter. And I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Timothy.” (Motion: Bateman, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the open session meeting minutes of January 13, 2026, as presented.
I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the open session meeting minutes of January 13, 2026, 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 Ms. Bateman, seconded by Mr. Crone and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call by roll call VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen to approve the open session meeting minutes of January 13, 2026, as presented..” (Motion: Bateman, 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 Ms. Bateman, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, by roll call, by roll call, VOTE: I move to adjourn..” (Motion: Bateman, 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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