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Lakeville Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting

August 5, 2025

25 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Maureen Candito, Lorraine Carboni, Paul Hunt, Chris Plonka

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of June 23, 2025, as amended

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of June 23, 2025, as amended.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of June 23, 2025, as amended. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of June 24, 2025, as amended

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of June 24, 2025, as amended.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of June 24, 2025, as amended. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of July 8, 2025, as amended

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of July 8, 2025, as amended.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of July 8, 2025, as amended. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of July 14, 2025, as amended

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · 3–0

To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of July 14, 2025, as amended.

Yes: Candito, Carboni, HuntAbstained: Plonka

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To approve the Select Board Meeting Minutes of July 14, 2025, as amended. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - abstains.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint Justin Tonini to the vacant position on the Finance Committee with a term through the next Town Election

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To appoint Justin Tonini to the vacant position on the Finance Committee with a term through the next Town Election.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To appoint Justin Tonini to the vacant position on the Finance Committee with a term through the next Town Election. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, ViceChair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the request from the Agricultural Commission with their recommendation on the Right to Fann sign quantity of8 to be paid out of the Select Board - Contracted Services account a "not to...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the request from the Agricultural Commission with their recommendation on the Right to Fann sign quantity of8 to be paid out of the Select Board - Contracted Services account a "not to exceed" amount of $2,000.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Plonka, it was: VOTED: To approve the request from the Agricultural Commission with their recommendation on the Right to Fann sign quantity of8 to be paid out of the Select Board - Contracted Services account a "not to exceed" amount of $2,000. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Plonka)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Change the Energy Adviso1y Committee membership from five members back to seven members

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To change the Energy Adviso1y Committee membership from five members back to seven members.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To change the Energy Adviso1y Committee membership from five members back to seven members. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Appoint Philip Oliveira to the Energy Advis01y Committee with a term to expire of July 31, 2026

Minutes, page 4

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To appoint Philip Oliveira to the Energy Advis01y Committee with a term to expire of July 31, 2026.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To appoint Philip Oliveira to the Energy Advis01y Committee with a term to expire of July 31, 2026. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Revise the appointment of Eric Swenson from Special Police Officer to Reserve Police Officer

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To revise the appointment of Eric Swenson from Special Police Officer to Reserve Police Officer.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To revise the appointment of Eric Swenson from Special Police Officer to Reserve Police Officer. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Set the Fall Special Town meeting date for Monday, December 1, 2025, at 6:30 PM to be held at Apponequet High School

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To set the Fall Special Town meeting date for Monday, December 1, 2025, at 6:30 PM to be held at Apponequet High School.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To set the Fall Special Town meeting date for Monday, December 1, 2025, at 6:30 PM to be held at Apponequet High School. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Hereby recognize and accept the provisions of M.G.L. c. 110G regarding electronic signatures and that its members will hencefmih execute documents either with electronic signatures or with wet ink...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To hereby recognize and accept the provisions of M.G.L. c. 110G regarding electronic signatures and that its members will hencefmih execute documents either with electronic signatures or with wet ink signature and that both will carry the same legal weight and effect.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Plonka, it was: VOTED: To hereby recognize and accept the provisions of M.G.L. c. 110G regarding electronic signatures and that its members will hencefmih execute documents either with electronic signatures or with wet ink signature and that both will carry the same legal weight and effect. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Plonka)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the amendment to the All Alcohol Common Victualler License for Golf Blues, LLC DBA LeBaron Hills Country Club to a 10AM opening on Sundays

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the amendment to the All Alcohol Common Victualler License for Golf Blues, LLC DBA LeBaron Hills Country Club to a 10AM opening on Sundays.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To approve the amendment to the All Alcohol Common Victualler License for Golf Blues, LLC DBA LeBaron Hills Country Club to a 10AM opening on Sundays. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the amendment to the General On Premise Alcohol License for Red Hand Brewing Co., Inc. DBA Red Hand Brewing, opening hours on Sunday from 11 AM to I 0AM

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the amendment to the General On Premise Alcohol License for Red Hand Brewing Co., Inc. DBA Red Hand Brewing, opening hours on Sunday from 11 AM to I 0AM.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To approve the amendment to the General On Premise Alcohol License for Red Hand Brewing Co., Inc. DBA Red Hand Brewing, opening hours on Sunday from 11 AM to I 0AM. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the amendment to the All Alcohol Common Victualler License for Golf Club Inc., DBA Lakeville Golf Club to a 10AM opening on Sundays

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the amendment to the All Alcohol Common Victualler License for Golf Club Inc., DBA Lakeville Golf Club to a 10AM opening on Sundays.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To approve the amendment to the All Alcohol Common Victualler License for Golf Club Inc., DBA Lakeville Golf Club to a 10AM opening on Sundays. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Draft a letter of support in adopting the 2025 Open Space Plan

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To draft a letter of support in adopting the 2025 Open Space Plan.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To draft a letter of support in adopting the 2025 Open Space Plan. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka- aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve a 3x5 A-frame sign on the island at the intersection of Precinct Street and Rt. 79; up to 25 wired lawn signs to be placed on private property only; 3 x 1Oft banner on the corner of...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve a 3x5 A-frame sign on the island at the intersection of Precinct Street and Rt. 79; up to 25 wired lawn signs to be placed on private property only; 3 x 1Oft banner on the corner of Dickran Diran Square, placed diagonally from the Historic Library and with the assistant of Frank Moniz; announcement to be made on the Community Board and all signs will be removed on or before October 6, 2025.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To approve a 3x5 A-frame sign on the island at the intersection of Precinct Street and Rt. 79; up to 25 wired lawn signs to be placed on private property only; 3 x 1Oft banner on the corner of Dickran Diran Square, placed diagonally from the Historic Library and with the assistant of Frank Moniz; announcement to be made on the Community Board and all signs will be removed on or before October 6, 2025. Roll call vote: Chair Candi to - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Appoint Lillian Drane as National Voter Registration Act Coordinator for a term to expires July 31, 2026

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To appoint Lillian Drane as National Voter Registration Act Coordinator for a term to expires July 31, 2026.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To appoint Lillian Drane as National Voter Registration Act Coordinator for a term to expires July 31, 2026. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Appoint Melisa Turcotte to the Open Space Committee, as the Park Commission's representative, for a one-year term to expire July 31, 2026

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To appoint Melisa Turcotte to the Open Space Committee, as the Park Commission's representative, for a one-year term to expire July 31, 2026.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To appoint Melisa Turcotte to the Open Space Committee, as the Park Commission's representative, for a one-year term to expire July 31, 2026. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Appoint William Orphanos to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term to expire on July 31, 2028

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To appoint William Orphanos to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term to expire on July 31, 2028:

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To appoint William Orphanos to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term to expire on July 31, 2028: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Appoint Nathan Darling, Director of Inspectional Services, to the Zoning Bylaw Review Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire July 31, 2026

Minutes, page 7

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To appoint Nathan Darling, Director of Inspectional Services, to the Zoning Bylaw Review Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire July 31, 2026.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To appoint Nathan Darling, Director of Inspectional Services, to the Zoning Bylaw Review Advisory Committee for a one-year term to expire July 31, 2026. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Appoint Donald Foster, Nathan Darling, Andrew Sukeforth, Derek Maxim and Darren Beals to the Town Hall Building Reuse Committee, each for one year terms to expire July 31, 2026

Minutes, page 8

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To appoint Donald Foster, Nathan Darling, Andrew Sukeforth, Derek Maxim and Darren Beals to the Town Hall Building Reuse Committee, each for one year terms to expire July 31, 2026:

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To appoint Donald Foster, Nathan Darling, Andrew Sukeforth, Derek Maxim and Darren Beals to the Town Hall Building Reuse Committee, each for one year terms to expire July 31, 2026: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Appoint Matthew Pauliks as constable for civil process only with a one-year term to expire June 25, 2026

Minutes, page 8

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To appoint Matthew Pauliks as constable for civil process only with a one-year term to expire June 25, 2026.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To appoint Matthew Pauliks as constable for civil process only with a one-year term to expire June 25, 2026. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Waive the building permit fees for the new Fire Station building project

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To waive the building permit fees for the new Fire Station building project.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Candi to and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To waive the building permit fees for the new Fire Station building project. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Candito, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Approve the request for Red Hand Brewing Co., Inc. DBA Red Hand Brewing to be open on Monday & Tuesdays for private events from 12 PM to 10 PM

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the request for Red Hand Brewing Co., Inc. DBA Red Hand Brewing to be open on Monday & Tuesdays for private events from 12 PM to 10 PM.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: To approve the request for Red Hand Brewing Co., Inc. DBA Red Hand Brewing to be open on Monday & Tuesdays for private events from 12 PM to 10 PM. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

At 8:46 PM to Enter into Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, sec 2 l(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on litigating...

Minutes, page 10

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 4 present

At 8:46 PM to Enter into Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, sec 2 l(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares - National Opioid Litigation; and Pursuant to MGL c. 30A, s. 21 (a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiation position of the public body and the chair so declares and not to return to Open Session.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Member Carboni and seconded by Member Hunt, it was: VOTED: At 8:46 PM to Enter into Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, sec 2 l(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares - National Opioid Litigation; and Pursuant to MGL c. 30A, s. 21 (a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real estate, if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiation position of the public body and the chair so declares and not to return to Open Session. Roll call vote: Chair Candito - aye, Vice-Chair Carboni - aye, Member Hunt - aye and Member Plonka - aye.” (Motion: Carboni, second: Hunt)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

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