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July 26, 2021
19 recorded votes, 0 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
Approve changes to Select Board's Policy and Procedure Manual to include changing the meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., changing the meeting days to the first and third Monday of each...
To approve changes to Select Board's Policy and Procedure Manual to include changing the meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., changing the meeting days to the first and third Monday of each month unless otherwise posted and the addition of revision list at the end of the manual.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve changes to Select Board's Policy and Procedure Manual to include changing the meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., changing the meeting days to the first and third Monday of each month unless otherwise posted and the addition of revision list at the end of the manual. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve the list of applications for the Levitate Festival August 7-8, 2021 pending approval from the MPD, MFD, Building Department, and Board of Health and paying the required fee
To approve the list of applications for the Levitate Festival August 7-8, 2021 pending approval from the MPD, MFD, Building Department, and Board of Health and paying the required fee.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve the list of applications for the Levitate Festival August 7-8, 2021 pending approval from the MPD, MFD, Building Department, and Board of Health and paying the required fee. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve the list as read pending approval from the MPD, MFD, Board of Health and Building Department and paying the required fee
To approve the list as read pending approval from the MPD, MFD, Board of Health and Building Department and paying the required fee.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve the list as read pending approval from the MPD, MFD, Board of Health and Building Department and paying the required fee. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve any other Common Victualler applications in advance, contingent upon receiving the necessary paperwork, $10 fee per license and pending approval from the MPD, MFD, BOH and Building Department
To approve any other Common Victualler applications in advance, contingent upon receiving the necessary paperwork, $10 fee per license and pending approval from the MPD, MFD, BOH and Building Department.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve any other Common Victualler applications in advance, contingent upon receiving the necessary paperwork, $10 fee per license and pending approval from the MPD, MFD, BOH and Building Department. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Allow non-profits to submit a written request to the Board of Selectmen/Town Administrator to request funding to help their organization survive during the pandemic
To allow non-profits to submit a written request to the Board of Selectmen/Town Administrator to request funding to help their organization survive during the pandemic. The letter of request will need to be accompanied by a profit and loss statement of your organization for the calendar year 2019 and 2020. The deadline for submission will be August 9, 2021 by 7 p.m. to the Board of Selectmen's office. Mr. Maresco will send out a press release.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to allow non-profits to submit a written request to the Board of Selectmen/Town Administrator to request funding to help their organization survive during the pandemic. The letter of request will need to be accompanied by a profit and loss statement of your organization for the calendar year 2019 and 2020. The deadline for submission will be August 9, 2021 by 7 p.m. to the Board of Selectmen's office. Mr. Maresco will send out a press release. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve the acceptance by the Marshfield Veterans' Services of $250.00 from the Marshfield Korean War Veterans Association to be used to assist veterans and their families in their time of need
To approve the acceptance by the Marshfield Veterans' Services of $250.00 from the Marshfield Korean War Veterans Association to be used to assist veterans and their families in their time of need.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve the acceptance by the Marshfield Veterans' Services of $250.00 from the Marshfield Korean War Veterans Association to be used to assist veterans and their families in their time of need. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Appoint Mr. Brentano to the Capital Budget Committee for a 3 years contingent upon their being a vacancy on the committee
To appoint Mr. Brentano to the Capital Budget Committee for a 3 years contingent upon their being a vacancy on the committee.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to appoint Mr. Brentano to the Capital Budget Committee for a 3 years contingent upon their being a vacancy on the committee. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Appoint Nancy Currie to the Council on Aging for a 3 year term
To appoint Nancy Currie to the Council on Aging for a 3 year term.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to appoint Nancy Currie to the Council on Aging for a 3 year term. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve a Neighborhood Block Party on Winslow Cemetery Road /Presidential Circle, Constantine Drive and Emanuel Road for Friday afternoon, August 27, 2021 from 3:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. with approvals
To approve a Neighborhood Block Party on Winslow Cemetery Road /Presidential Circle, Constantine Drive and Emanuel Road for Friday afternoon, August 27, 2021 from 3:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. with approvals.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve a Neighborhood Block Party on Winslow Cemetery Road /Presidential Circle, Constantine Drive and Emanuel Road for Friday afternoon, August 27, 2021 from 3:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. with approvals. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve the temporary Wine and Malt licenses for Stellwagen Brewery for events to be held at Magical Moon Farm at 575 Summer Street on August 7, 2021, August 22, 2021 and September 19, 2021...
To approve the temporary Wine and Malt licenses for Stellwagen Brewery for events to be held at Magical Moon Farm at 575 Summer Street on August 7, 2021, August 22, 2021 and September 19, 2021 pending sign-off from the MPD, MFD, Building Department, a Site Plan for each event and the Board of Health.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve the temporary Wine and Malt licenses for Stellwagen Brewery for events to be held at Magical Moon Farm at 575 Summer Street on August 7, 2021, August 22, 2021 and September 19, 2021 pending sign-off from the MPD, MFD, Building Department, a Site Plan for each event and the Board of Health. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve a One Day Wine and Malt License on September 25, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Historic Winslow House located at 634 Careswell Street in Marshfield, pending approval from MPD,...
To approve a One Day Wine and Malt License on September 25, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Historic Winslow House located at 634 Careswell Street in Marshfield, pending approval from MPD, MFD, Board of Health, Building Department and a certificate of insurance.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve a One Day Wine and Malt License on September 25, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Historic Winslow House located at 634 Careswell Street in Marshfield, pending approval from MPD, MFD, Board of Health, Building Department and a certificate of insurance. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve the Common Victualler License for the Duxbury Food & Wine Festival, German food to be served during the Oktoberfest event on September 25, 2021 from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Historic...
To approve the Common Victualler License for the Duxbury Food & Wine Festival, German food to be served during the Oktoberfest event on September 25, 2021 from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Historic Winslow House at 634 Careswell Street in Marshfield pending approval by the MPD, MFD, Board of Health, the Building Department and paying the appropriate fee.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve the Common Victualler License for the Duxbury Food & Wine Festival, German food to be served during the Oktoberfest event on September 25, 2021 from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Historic Winslow House at 634 Careswell Street in Marshfield pending approval by the MPD, MFD, Board of Health, the Building Department and paying the appropriate fee. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve the request for 5" wheel RV for temporary living quarters due to renovations at 792 Moraine Street for a duration of 6 months, pending sign-off from the Board of Health to confirm suitable...
To approve the request for 5" wheel RV for temporary living quarters due to renovations at 792 Moraine Street for a duration of 6 months, pending sign-off from the Board of Health to confirm suitable running water and sanitary sewage disposal on site.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve the request for 5" wheel RV for temporary living quarters due to renovations at 792 Moraine Street for a duration of 6 months, pending sign-off from the Board of Health to confirm suitable running water and sanitary sewage disposal on site. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Waive the $500.00 sign permit fee for the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce for the two banners and one sign for their Open for Business campaign
To waive the $500.00 sign permit fee for the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce for the two banners and one sign for their Open for Business campaign.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to waive the $500.00 sign permit fee for the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce for the two banners and one sign for their Open for Business campaign. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve the One Day Entertainment License for the Marshfield Community Cook-Off at the Marshfield Fairgrounds located at 140 Main Street for their Rib Cook-Off event to be held on September 11,...
To approve the One Day Entertainment License for the Marshfield Community Cook-Off at the Marshfield Fairgrounds located at 140 Main Street for their Rib Cook-Off event to be held on September 11, 2021 from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m., pending approval from the Board of Health and that any tents over 120sq ft. would need a building permit from the Building Department.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve the One Day Entertainment License for the Marshfield Community Cook-Off at the Marshfield Fairgrounds located at 140 Main Street for their Rib Cook-Off event to be held on September 11, 2021 from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m., pending approval from the Board of Health and that any tents over 120sq ft. would need a building permit from the Building Department. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Approve the request from Joseph Ring to park cars at the Avon Street lot on Saturday, August 27, 2021 after 3 p.m. for their son's wedding that will be taking place at their home
To approve the request from Joseph Ring to park cars at the Avon Street lot on Saturday, August 27, 2021 after 3 p.m. for their son's wedding that will be taking place at their home. There will be the customary charge of $1.00 per car fee paid to the Town of Marshfield.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve the request from Joseph Ring to park cars at the Avon Street lot on Saturday, August 27, 2021 after 3 p.m. for their son's wedding that will be taking place at their home. There will be the customary charge of $1.00 per car fee paid to the Town of Marshfield. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Reappoint Karen O'Donnell for a term of three years (7/1/2021 to 6/30/2023) to the Open Space Committee
To reappoint Karen O'Donnell for a term of three years (7/1/2021 to 6/30/2023) to the Open Space Committee.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to reappoint Karen O'Donnell for a term of three years (7/1/2021 to 6/30/2023) to the Open Space Committee. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Accept the minutes of June 21, 2021 and July 12, 2021
To accept the minutes of June 21, 2021 and July 12, 2021.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to accept the minutes of June 21, 2021 and July 12, 2021. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
Adjourn the open session in the Selectmen's Hearing Room and go into Executive Session in the Town Administrator's office for the purpose of discussing pending litigation that if discussed in open...
At 7:41 p.m. to adjourn the open session in the Selectmen's Hearing Room and go into Executive Session in the Town Administrator's office for the purpose of discussing pending litigation that if discussed in open session could have a detrimental impact on the litigating position of the Town and not to return to open session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rohland moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy at 7:41 p.m. to adjourn the open session in the Selectmen's Hearing Room and go into Executive Session in the Town Administrator's office for the purpose of discussing pending litigation that if discussed in open session could have a detrimental impact on the litigating position of the Town and not to return to open session. Roll call vote: Mr. Rohland –aye, Mr. Darcy – aye, Mr. Kilcoyne – aye. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Rohland, second: Darcy)
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