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June 21, 2021
37 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Christopher R. Rohland, Stephen R. Darcy, James J. Kilcoyne
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
To open the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to open the meeting at 6:30 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Make conditional offers of employment to Richard Perry, Zachary Coyne, Connor Lemieux, Elias DiTullio, Kevin McDougall, William White, Hunter Widmann, Brian Bowers and Christopher Spillane
To make conditional offers of employment to Richard Perry, Zachary Coyne, Connor Lemieux, Elias DiTullio, Kevin McDougall, William White, Hunter Widmann, Brian Bowers and Christopher Spillane.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Steve Darcy, to make conditional offers of employment to Richard Perry, Zachary Coyne, Connor Lemieux, Elias DiTullio, Kevin McDougall, William White, Hunter Widmann, Brian Bowers and Christopher Spillane. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Accept and approve recommended expenditure #1, approximately $485,000 to address any shortfalls from the Cares Act Funding or Capital Funding
To accept and approve recommended expenditure #1, approximately $485,000 to address any shortfalls from the Cares Act Funding or Capital Funding.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept and approve recommended expenditure #1, approximately $485,000 to address any shortfalls from the Cares Act Funding or Capital Funding. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Accept and approve recommended expenditure #2, approximately $1,333,168.61 to replace lost revenue
To accept and approve recommended expenditure #2, approximately $1,333,168.61 to replace lost revenue.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept and approve recommended expenditure #2, approximately $1,333,168.61 to replace lost revenue. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Accept and approve expenditure recommendation #3, approximately $130,000 in unemployment costs
To accept and approve expenditure recommendation #3, approximately $130,000 in unemployment costs.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept and approve expenditure recommendation #3, approximately $130,000 in unemployment costs. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Table recommended expenditure #4, $50,000 to create an outreach program for behavioral health or provide a direct payment to non-profits dealing with behavioral health, pending more information
To table recommended expenditure #4, $50,000 to create an outreach program for behavioral health or provide a direct payment to non-profits dealing with behavioral health, pending more information.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to table recommended expenditure #4, $50,000 to create an outreach program for behavioral health or provide a direct payment to non-profits dealing with behavioral health, pending more information. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Accept and approve expenditure recommendation #5, $26,000 to purchase air-purifiers for municipal buildings
To accept and approve expenditure recommendation #5, $26,000 to purchase air-purifiers for municipal buildings.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept and approve expenditure recommendation #5, $26,000 to purchase air-purifiers for municipal buildings. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Accept and approve expenditure recommendation #6, $35,000 to give assistance checks to the families of Marshfield residents who lost their life to Covid-19
To accept and approve expenditure recommendation #6, $35,000 to give assistance checks to the families of Marshfield residents who lost their life to Covid-19.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept and approve expenditure recommendation #6, $35,000 to give assistance checks to the families of Marshfield residents who lost their life to Covid-19. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Table expenditure recommendation #7, $50,000 to the Boys & Girls Club, pending more information
To table expenditure recommendation #7, $50,000 to the Boys & Girls Club, pending more information.
Yes: Darcy, KilcoyneChristopher R. Rohland recused himself and did not vote.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to table expenditure recommendation #7, $50,000 to the Boys & Girls Club, pending more information. The vote was 2:0 with one recusal. Roll Call vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Expend $3000 of these funds to cover the cost of the Diversity Event that took place on June 12, 2021
To expend $3000 of these funds to cover the cost of the Diversity Event that took place on June 12, 2021.
Yes: Kilcoyne, RohlandNo: Darcy
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Christopher Rohland, to expend $3000 of these funds to cover the cost of the Diversity Event that took place on June 12, 2021. The vote was 2:1. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – nay; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Rohland)
Table the remaining $17,000 under this recommendation pending more information
To table the remaining $17,000 under this recommendation pending more information.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to table the remaining $17,000 under this recommendation pending more information. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Table expenditure recommendation #9, $35,000 in funding to local non-profits impacted by COVID-19, pending more information
To table expenditure recommendation #9, $35,000 in funding to local non-profits impacted by COVID-19, pending more information.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to table expenditure recommendation #9, $35,000 in funding to local non-profits impacted by COVID-19, pending more information. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Accept and approve expenditure recommendation #10, $371,343 to purchase a new ambulance
To accept and approve expenditure recommendation #10, $371,343 to purchase a new ambulance.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept and approve expenditure recommendation #10, $371,343 to purchase a new ambulance. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Accept and approve expenditure recommendation #11, $150,000 for enhancement of healthcare capacity, including traveling medical options
To accept and approve expenditure recommendation #11, $150,000 for enhancement of healthcare capacity, including traveling medical options.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept and approve expenditure recommendation #11, $150,000 for enhancement of healthcare capacity, including traveling medical options. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Change the standard meeting time for regular Board of Selectmen meetings to 6:30 p.m. with the ability to change the start time with proper notice if necessary
To change the standard meeting time for regular Board of Selectmen meetings to 6:30 p.m. with the ability to change the start time with proper notice if necessary.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to change the standard meeting time for regular Board of Selectmen meetings to 6:30 p.m. with the ability to change the start time with proper notice if necessary. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve, after the fact, this letter opposing House Bill #3863
To approve, after the fact, this letter opposing House Bill #3863.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve, after the fact, this letter opposing House Bill #3863. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Appoint Griffin Webb as Animal Control Officer and Animal Inspector for a one year term expiring June 30, 2022
To appoint Griffin Webb as Animal Control Officer and Animal Inspector for a one year term expiring June 30, 2022.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to appoint Griffin Webb as Animal Control Officer and Animal Inspector for a one year term expiring June 30, 2022. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Appoint Courtney Ellis as Part Time Animal Inspector for a one year term expiring June 30, 2022
To appoint Courtney Ellis as Part Time Animal Inspector for a one year term expiring June 30, 2022.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to appoint Courtney Ellis as Part Time Animal Inspector for a one year term expiring June 30, 2022. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve this request to change the name on the license for 955 Plain Street from Quirk Cars, Inc. dba Quirk Chrysler, Jeep, Ram, Dodge to Quirk Cars, Inc. dba Quirk Kia South
To approve this request to change the name on the license for 955 Plain Street from Quirk Cars, Inc. dba Quirk Chrysler, Jeep, Ram, Dodge to Quirk Cars, Inc. dba Quirk Kia South.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve this request to change the name on the license for 955 Plain Street from Quirk Cars, Inc. dba Quirk Chrysler, Jeep, Ram, Dodge to Quirk Cars, Inc. dba Quirk Kia South. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Rohland –aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Create a seven member Revolutionary War Honor Roll Committee comprised of a representative from the Board of Selectmen, a representative from the Historical Commission, a representative from the...
To create a seven member Revolutionary War Honor Roll Committee comprised of a representative from the Board of Selectmen, a representative from the Historical Commission, a representative from the Historical Society, the Veterans Agent and 3 interested Marshfield residents. The mission of the committee would be to document the service records of Marshfield residents who served in the war and to review and propose potential locations in Town for the placement of the Honor Roll. The committee will work on a design, oversee construction and secure the necessary Town approvals for the Honor Roll including approval for the necessary funds for building such Honor Roll with the work to be completed prior to July 4, 2026.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to create a seven member Revolutionary War Honor Roll Committee comprised of a representative from the Board of Selectmen, a representative from the Historical Commission, a representative from the Historical Society, the Veterans Agent and 3 interested Marshfield residents. The mission of the committee would be to document the service records of Marshfield residents who served in the war and to review and propose potential locations in Town for the placement of the Honor Roll. The committee will work on a design, oversee construction and secure the necessary Town approvals for the Honor Roll including approval for the necessary funds for building such Honor Roll with the work to be completed prior to July 4, 2026. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Rohland –aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve this two day wine & malt license for August 7-8, 2021 contingent on approval from the Police Department
To approve this two day wine & malt license for August 7-8, 2021 contingent on approval from the Police Department.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve this two day wine & malt license for August 7-8, 2021 contingent on approval from the Police Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve this ten day wine & malt license for August 20-29, 2021 contingent on approval from the Police Department
To approve this ten day wine & malt license for August 20-29, 2021 contingent on approval from the Police Department.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve this ten day wine & malt license for August 20-29, 2021 contingent on approval from the Police Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve this ten day entertainment license for August 20- 29, 2021 contingent on approval from Police, Fire, Board of Health and Building Department
To approve this ten day entertainment license for August 20- 29, 2021 contingent on approval from Police, Fire, Board of Health and Building Department.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve this ten day entertainment license for August 20- 29, 2021 contingent on approval from Police, Fire, Board of Health and Building Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve this entertainment license for September 26, 2021 contingent on approval from Police, Fire, Board of Health and Building Department
To approve this entertainment license for September 26, 2021 contingent on approval from Police, Fire, Board of Health and Building Department.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve this entertainment license for September 26, 2021 contingent on approval from Police, Fire, Board of Health and Building Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Grant these licenses contingent on receipt of forms and fees and clearance from the Treasurer/Collector
To grant these licenses contingent on receipt of forms and fees and clearance from the Treasurer/Collector.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to grant these licenses contingent on receipt of forms and fees and clearance from the Treasurer/Collector. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Rohland –aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Grant this license contingent on a positive recommendation from the Board of Health and the Police Department
To grant this license contingent on a positive recommendation from the Board of Health and the Police Department.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to grant this license contingent on a positive recommendation from the Board of Health and the Police Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Declare the useful life of this equipment as stated above
To declare the useful life of this equipment as stated above.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Christopher Rohland, to declare the useful life of this equipment as stated above. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Rohland)
Establish a Diversity and Inclusion Gift Account to allow the Town to accept donations and proceeds from items sold with all funds to be spent on diversity and inclusionary events
To establish a Diversity and Inclusion Gift Account to allow the Town to accept donations and proceeds from items sold with all funds to be spent on diversity and inclusionary events.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to establish a Diversity and Inclusion Gift Account to allow the Town to accept donations and proceeds from items sold with all funds to be spent on diversity and inclusionary events. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Allow the Marshfield Senior Center to waive the previously adopted Town of Marshfield face mask mandate effective immediately
To allow the Marshfield Senior Center to waive the previously adopted Town of Marshfield face mask mandate effective immediately.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to allow the Marshfield Senior Center to waive the previously adopted Town of Marshfield face mask mandate effective immediately. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Open the Special Town Meeting Warrant for submission of warrant articles on Monday August 9, 2021 and close it on August 19, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. Articles for the Special Town Meeting, which will be...
To open the Special Town Meeting Warrant for submission of warrant articles on Monday August 9, 2021 and close it on August 19, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. Articles for the Special Town Meeting, which will be held on Monday October 18, 2021 at the Marshfield High School Auditorium or Gymnasium, should be submitted to the Selectmen's Office.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to open the Special Town Meeting Warrant for submission of warrant articles on Monday August 9, 2021 and close it on August 19, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. Articles for the Special Town Meeting, which will be held on Monday October 18, 2021 at the Marshfield High School Auditorium or Gymnasium, should be submitted to the Selectmen's Office. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve the entertainment license for Bold Broadcasting LLC dba Bold Media, Holtsville New York for the drive thru Holiday Light Show at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on November 19, 2021 through...
To approve the entertainment license for Bold Broadcasting LLC dba Bold Media, Holtsville New York for the drive thru Holiday Light Show at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on November 19, 2021 through December 31, 2021 contingent on approval from Police, Fire, Board of Health and Building Department.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the entertainment license for Bold Broadcasting LLC dba Bold Media, Holtsville New York for the drive thru Holiday Light Show at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on November 19, 2021 through December 31, 2021 contingent on approval from Police, Fire, Board of Health and Building Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Reappoint Roger Fosdick to the Waterways Committee retroactive to July 1, 2017 for a term that expires on June 30, 2023
To reappoint Roger Fosdick to the Waterways Committee retroactive to July 1, 2017 for a term that expires on June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to reappoint Roger Fosdick to the Waterways Committee retroactive to July 1, 2017 for a term that expires on June 30, 2023. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Appoint Mike Walsh to the Waterways Committee retroactive to December 15, 2018 for a term that expires on June 30, 2024
To appoint Mike Walsh to the Waterways Committee retroactive to December 15, 2018 for a term that expires on June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to appoint Mike Walsh to the Waterways Committee retroactive to December 15, 2018 for a term that expires on June 30, 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Reappoint the above listed people to three year terms that expire on June 30, 2024
To reappoint the above listed people to three year terms that expire on June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to reappoint the above listed people to three year terms that expire on June 30, 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Reappoint Cody Rohland and Fred Monaco to the Marshfield Housing Partnership for three year terms that expire on June 30, 2024
To reappoint Cody Rohland and Fred Monaco to the Marshfield Housing Partnership for three year terms that expire on June 30, 2024.
Yes: Darcy, KilcoyneChristopher R. Rohland recused himself and did not vote.
From the minutes
“Steve Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to reappoint Cody Rohland and Fred Monaco to the Marshfield Housing Partnership for three year terms that expire on June 30, 2024. The vote was 2:0 with one recusal. Roll Call vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Accept the minutes of June 7, 2021 as written
To accept the minutes of June 7, 2021 as written.
From the minutes
“Christopher Rohland moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept the minutes of June 7, 2021 as written. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Rohland – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m.
To adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Rohland –aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
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