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May 5, 2026
13 recorded votes, 13 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Eric J. Crone, Kimberley A. Emberg, Melissa Bateman, Donald J. Alcombright, Carl L. Pike
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Authorize the Police Chief to apply for Federal Funding for COPS Grants (US DOJ).
I move the Board of Selectmen authorize the Police Chief to apply for Federal Funding for COPS Grants (US DOJ).
Yes: Alcombright, Crone, Emberg, PikeCount 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. Pike and a 4-0-1 vote, (Ms. Bateman abstained) VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen authorize the Police Chief to apply.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Adopt the changes discussed this evening to amend the snow removal policy
I move to adopt the changes discussed this evening to amend the snow removal policy.
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 to adopt the changes discussed thi.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Ryan Cavicchi and Brian Green to the position of Special Police Officer for the Kingsto...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Ryan Cavicchi and Brian Green to the position of Special Police Officer for the Kingston Police Department. The term of the appointment shall be effective immediately, through December 31, 2026.
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. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Ryan Cavicchi and Brian Green to the position of Special Police Officer for the Kingston Police Department. The term of the appointment shall be effe.” (Motion: Pike, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Adam Doucette for the position of Streets, Trees and Parks Foreman a Grade 9, Step 8 fu...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Adam Doucette for the position of Streets, Trees and Parks Foreman a Grade 9, Step 8 full time position within KTEU -Labor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026, contingent on the conditions within 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 Ms. Emberg and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Adam Doucette for the position of Streets, Trees and Parks Foreman a Grade 9, Step 8 full time position within KTEU -Labor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026, contingent.” (Motion: Bateman, second: Emberg) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Paul Gallagher and Kalina Vendetti to the Board of Registrars effective immediately thr...
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Paul Gallagher and Kalina Vendetti to the Board of Registrars effective immediately through April 30, 2029.
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. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen appoint Paul Gallagher and Kalina Vendetti to the Board of Registrars.” (Motion: Pike, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint the park and camp staff as listed in the posted agenda.
I move the Board of Selectmen appoint the park and camp staff as listed in the posted agenda.
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 the par.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Appoint Melissa Clemens to the COA Advisory Board effective immediately through June 30, 2029.
I move the Board of Selectmen to appoint Melissa Clemens to the COA Advisory Board effective immediately through June 30, 2029.
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 to appoint Melissa Clemens to the COA Advisory Bo.” (Motion: Bateman, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the following donations: $50 in memory of library patron Eleanor Fonseca to the library...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the following donations: $50 in memory of library patron Eleanor Fonseca to the library $500 from Beth Isreal Deaconess Hospital to the Kingston Council on Aging to support the Live Well, Age Well Die Well series.
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 approve the following donations: $50 in memory of library patron Eleanor Fonseca to the library $500 from Beth Isreal Deaconess Hospital to the Kingston Council on Aging to.” (Motion: Bateman, second: Alcombright) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Approve the request for a one-day liquor license for Gears and Beers event for 42nd Brew Co for...
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the request for a one-day liquor license for Gears and Beers event for 42nd Brew Co for May 22, 2026 form 5-8pm at Jones River Self Storage, 26 Wapping Road.
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 the Board of Selectmen approve the request for a one-day liquor license for Gears and Beers event for 42nd Brew Co for May 22, 2026 form 5-8pm.” (Motion: Alcombright, second: Pike) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
Accept the resignation of Finance Director Kathleen Barrette and Authorize the Town Administrat...
I move the Board of Selectmen accept the resignation of Finance Director Kathleen Barrette and Authorize the Town Administrator to execute any documents necessary to formalize the separation.
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 accept the resignation of Finance Director Kathleen Barrette and Authorize the Town Administrator to execute any docum.” (Motion: Emberg, second: Bateman) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
I move the Board of Selectmen accept the resignation of Finance Director Kathleen Barrette and Authorize the Town Administrator to execute any documents necessary to formalize the separation.
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 accept the resignation of Finance Director Kathleen Barrette and Authorize the Town Administrator to execute any docum.” (Motion: Emberg, 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 April 7, 2026, April 15, 2026 and April 21, 2026.
I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Open Session Meeting Minutes of April 7, 2026, April 15, 2026 and April 21, 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. Bateman, seconded by Mr. Alcombright and a 5-0-0 vote, VOTE: I move the Board of Selectmen approve the Open Session Meeting Minutes of A.” (Motion: Bateman, 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. Alcombright, seconded by Mr. Cr.” (Motion: Alcombright, 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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