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May 16, 2022
24 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Stephen R. Darcy, James J. Kilcoyne, Lynne E. Fidler
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. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to open the meeting at 6:30 p.m. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the following vote, read into the record by the Clerk: that in connection with the marketing and sale of the Notes, the preparation and distribution of a Notice of Sale and Preliminary...
To approve the following vote, read into the record by the Clerk: that in connection with the marketing and sale of the Notes, the preparation and distribution of a Notice of Sale and Preliminary Official Statement dated May 6, 2022, and a final Official Statement dated May 12, 2022, each in such form as may be approved by the Town Treasurer, be and hereby are ratified, confirmed, approved and adopted
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler read into the record the motion as follows: I, the Clerk of the Select Board of the Town of Marshfield, Massachusetts, certify that at a meeting of the board held May 16, 2022, of which meeting all members of the board were duly notified and at which a quorum was present, the following votes were unanimously passed, all of which appear upon the official record of the board in my custody: Voted: to approve the sale of $2,000,000 3.00 percent General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes (the "Notes") of the Town dated May 20, 2022, and payable July 22, 2022 to Piper Sandler & Co. at par and accrued interest, if any, plus a premium of $2,660.00. Further Voted: that in connection with the marketing and sale of the Notes, the preparation and distribution of a Notice of Sale and Preliminary Official Statement dated May 6, 2022, and a final Official Statement dated May 12, 2022, each in such form as may be approved by the Town Treasurer, be and hereby are ratified, confirmed, approved and adopted. Further Voted: that the Town Treasurer and the Select Board be, and hereby are, authorized to execute and deliver a significant events disclosure undertaking in compliance with SEC Rule 15c2-12 in such form as may be approved by bond counsel to the Town, which undertaking shall be incorporated by reference in the Notes for the benefit of the holders of the Notes from time to time. Further Voted: that we authorize and direct the Town Treasurer to establish post issuance federal tax compliance procedures and continuing disclosure procedures in such forms as the Town Treasurer and bond counsel deem sufficient, or if such procedures are currently in place, to review and update said procedures, in order to monitor and maintain the tax- exempt status of the Notes and to comply with relevant securities laws. Further Voted: that any certificates or documents relating to the Notes (collectively, the "Documents"), may be executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be regarded as an original and all of which shall constitute one and the same document; delivery of an executed counterpart of a signature page to a Document by electronic mail in a ".pdf" file or by other electronic transmission shall be as effective as delivery of a manually executed counterpart signature page to such Document; and electronic signatures on any of the Documents shall be deemed original signatures for the purposes of the Documents and all matters relating thereto, having the same legal effect as original signatures. Further Voted: that each member of the Select Board, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer be and hereby are, authorized to take any and all such actions, and execute and deliver such certificates, receipts or other documents as may be determined by them, or any of them, to be necessary or convenient to carry into effect the provisions of the foregoing votes. I further certify that the votes were taken at a meeting open to the public, that no vote was taken by secret ballot, that a notice stating the place, date, time and agenda for the meeting (which agenda included the adoption of the above votes) was filed with the Town Clerk and a copy thereof posted in a manner conspicuously visible to the public at all hours in or on the municipal building that the office of the Town Clerk is located or, if applicable, in accordance with an alternative method of notice prescribed or approved by the Attorney General as set forth in 940 CMR 29.03(2)(b), at least 48 hours, not including Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays, prior to the time of the meeting and remained so posted at the time of the meeting, that no deliberations or decision in connection with the sale of the Notes were taken in executive session, all in accordance with G.L. c.30A, §§18-25, as amended. James Kilcoyne seconded the motion as read. The vote was unanimous..” (second: Kilcoyne)
Grant permission to Verizon New England Inc. and NSTAR Electric dba Eversource Energy to locate underground cables, conduits, manholes, including the necessary sustaining and protecting fixtures,...
To grant permission to Verizon New England Inc. and NSTAR Electric dba Eversource Energy to locate underground cables, conduits, manholes, including the necessary sustaining and protecting fixtures, in under along and across the public way Tracy's Pathe, in accordance with the plan filed with the Select Board dated April 16, 2022.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to grant permission to Verizon New England Inc. and NSTAR Electric dba Eversource Energy to locate underground cables, conduits, manholes, including the necessary sustaining and protecting fixtures, in under along and across the public way Tracy's Pathe, in accordance with the plan filed with the Select Board dated April 16, 2022. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the application for a new Seasonal All Alcohol License for Eastside Food Services Inc. dba the Corner Café, William E. Kerens III, Manager, contingent on approval by the Marshfield Board...
To approve the application for a new Seasonal All Alcohol License for Eastside Food Services Inc. dba the Corner Café, William E. Kerens III, Manager, contingent on approval by the Marshfield Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Departments.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the application for a new Seasonal All Alcohol License for Eastside Food Services Inc. dba the Corner Café, William E. Kerens III, Manager, contingent on approval by the Marshfield Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Departments. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the application for an alteration of premises for Manuel Francis and Son, Inc. dba Green Harbor Golf Club, Manuel Francis, Jr Manager to include clubhouse deck, outdoor patio driving...
To approve the application for an alteration of premises for Manuel Francis and Son, Inc. dba Green Harbor Golf Club, Manuel Francis, Jr Manager to include clubhouse deck, outdoor patio driving range/lounge area consisting of 16 tee bays a maximum of six persons per tee bay, and beverage cart service on the entire golf course premises to be dispensed at three primary locations as follows: the intersection of holes 3, 6 and 7; the intersection of holes 11, 14 and 15; and the intersection of holes 13, 16 and 17, contingent on approval by the Marshfield Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Departments.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the application for an alteration of premises for Manuel Francis and Son, Inc. dba Green Harbor Golf Club, Manuel Francis, Jr Manager to include clubhouse deck, outdoor patio driving range/lounge area consisting of 16 tee bays a maximum of six persons per tee bay, and beverage cart service on the entire golf course premises to be dispensed at three primary locations as follows: the intersection of holes 3, 6 and 7; the intersection of holes 11, 14 and 15; and the intersection of holes 13, 16 and 17, contingent on approval by the Marshfield Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Departments. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the relocation of Right-of-Way as shown on Enterprise Park Modified Definitive Subdivision plan
To approve the relocation of Right-of-Way as shown on Enterprise Park Modified Definitive Subdivision plan.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the relocation of Right-of-Way as shown on Enterprise Park Modified Definitive Subdivision plan. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Authorize Attorney Steven Guard to file the site plan approval application for signalization at 985 Plain Street
To authorize Attorney Steven Guard to file the site plan approval application for signalization at 985 Plain Street.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to authorize Attorney Steven Guard to file the site plan approval application for signalization at 985 Plain Street. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the request to hold the NEMBA Mountain Bike Race in Carolina Hill on October 2, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., pending signoff from the Marshfield Police and Fire Departments
To approve the request to hold the NEMBA Mountain Bike Race in Carolina Hill on October 2, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., pending signoff from the Marshfield Police and Fire Departments.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the request to hold the NEMBA Mountain Bike Race in Carolina Hill on October 2, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., pending signoff from the Marshfield Police and Fire Departments. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Accept these liaison assignments as listed
To accept these liaison assignments as listed.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to accept these liaison assignments as listed. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the Common Victualler license for Heather Richards dba Camfam Pizzeria, 1849 Ocean Street Unit 5, pending positive recommendations from the Board of Health, Building Department and...
To approve the Common Victualler license for Heather Richards dba Camfam Pizzeria, 1849 Ocean Street Unit 5, pending positive recommendations from the Board of Health, Building Department and Collector's Office.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the Common Victualler license for Heather Richards dba Camfam Pizzeria, 1849 Ocean Street Unit 5, pending positive recommendations from the Board of Health, Building Department and Collector's Office. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the Common Victualler license for Ann-Marie Robicheau dba Bungalow Kitchen & Catering, 1899 Ocean Street Unit Q, pending positive recommendations from the Board of Health, Building...
To approve the Common Victualler license for Ann-Marie Robicheau dba Bungalow Kitchen & Catering, 1899 Ocean Street Unit Q, pending positive recommendations from the Board of Health, Building Department and Collector's Office.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the Common Victualler license for Ann-Marie Robicheau dba Bungalow Kitchen & Catering, 1899 Ocean Street Unit Q, pending positive recommendations from the Board of Health, Building Department and Collector's Office. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the IT Department's request for NEU/ARPA funds in the amount of $102,300 to fund cyber security upgrades that include 2-factor authentication, switch upgrades, high power work stations,...
To approve the IT Department's request for NEU/ARPA funds in the amount of $102,300 to fund cyber security upgrades that include 2-factor authentication, switch upgrades, high power work stations, user access switch upgrade and laptop and desk top replacements.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the IT Department's request for NEU/ARPA funds in the amount of $102,300 to fund cyber security upgrades that include 2-factor authentication, switch upgrades, high power work stations, user access switch upgrade and laptop and desk top replacements. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Make Harbormaster appointments with no power to arrest as follows for the period from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023: Michael DiMeo – Harbormaster and Shellfish Constable; Richard Rodwell –...
To make Harbormaster appointments with no power to arrest as follows for the period from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023: Michael DiMeo – Harbormaster and Shellfish Constable; Richard Rodwell – First Assistant Harbormaster and Assistant Shellfish Constable; Assistant Harbormasters: John Doyle, Christian Cataldo, Charles Mattar, Stephen Merrick, Daniel Kane, Matthew Murphy, Ean Scholz, Kyle Scholz, Michael Devine, Collin Costello, John Thompson, Jason Dernier, Brian Caswell, John Sylvester, Henry MacQuarrie and Christian Sheehey
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to make Harbormaster appointments with no power to arrest as follows for the period from July 1, 2022 through June 30 , 2023: Michael DiMeo – Harbormaster and Shellfish Constable; Richard Rodwell – First Assistant Harbormaster and Assistant Shellfish Constable; Assistant Harbormasters: John Doyle, Christian Cataldo, Charles Mattar, Stephen Merrick, Daniel Kane, Matthew Murphy, Ean Scholz, Kyle Scholz, Michael Devine, Collin Costello, John Thompson, Jason Dernier, Brian Caswell, John Sylvester, Henry MacQuarrie and Christian Sheehey The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the Earth Removal Permit for Biagini, Inc. for lots B and C on Eames Way subject to the previous conditions approved by the Select Board on May 20, 2021
To approve the Earth Removal Permit for Biagini, Inc. for lots B and C on Eames Way subject to the previous conditions approved by the Select Board on May 20, 2021.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the Earth Removal Permit for Biagini, Inc. for lots B and C on Eames Way subject to the previous conditions approved by the Select Board on May 20, 2021. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Appoint Christopher Belezos as a full member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to fill the unexpired vacancy caused by Lynne Fidler being elected to the Select Board
To appoint Christopher Belezos as a full member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to fill the unexpired vacancy caused by Lynne Fidler being elected to the Select Board.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to appoint Christopher Belezos as a full member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to fill the unexpired vacancy caused by Lynne Fidler being elected to the Select Board. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Appoint Mark Corwin as an associate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term that expires on June 30, 2023
To appoint Mark Corwin as an associate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term that expires on June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to appoint Mark Corwin as an associate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term that expires on June 30, 2023. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Appoint Delia Delongchamp to the Agricultural Commission for a term that expires on June 30, 2023
To appoint Delia Delongchamp to the Agricultural Commission for a term that expires on June 30, 2023.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to appoint Delia Delongchamp to the Agricultural Commission for a term that expires on June 30, 2023. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the request from the Molly Fitzgerald Memorial Fund for permission to use the Avon Street parking lot from 6:00 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. on June 17, 2022
To approve the request from the Molly Fitzgerald Memorial Fund for permission to use the Avon Street parking lot from 6:00 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. on June 17, 2022.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the request from the Molly Fitzgerald Memorial Fund for permission to use the Avon Street parking lot from 6:00 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. on June 17, 2022. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the annual Peddler's License for David Ericson, Away Café, LLC for a food truck to be operated at events in the Town of Marshfield with the permission of the event organizer
To approve the annual Peddler's License for David Ericson, Away Café, LLC for a food truck to be operated at events in the Town of Marshfield with the permission of the event organizer.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the annual Peddler's License for David Ericson, Away Café, LLC for a food truck to be operated at events in the Town of Marshfield with the permission of the event organizer. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the annual Peddler's License for Kristen Donahue, Nona's Homemade for a food truck to be operated at events in the Town of Marshfield with the permission of the event organizer
To approve the annual Peddler's License for Kristen Donahue, Nona's Homemade for a food truck to be operated at events in the Town of Marshfield with the permission of the event organizer.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the annual Peddler's License for Kristen Donahue, Nona's Homemade for a food truck to be operated at events in the Town of Marshfield with the permission of the event organizer. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the one day Wine & Malt license for Michael Snowdale, Stellwagen Beer Company, for an event at the Green Harbor Lobster Pound, 131 Beach Street on May 31, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00...
To approve the one day Wine & Malt license for Michael Snowdale, Stellwagen Beer Company, for an event at the Green Harbor Lobster Pound, 131 Beach Street on May 31, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. following the conditions and recommendations of the Marshfield Police Department.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the one day Wine & Malt license for Michael Snowdale, Stellwagen Beer Company, for an event at the Green Harbor Lobster Pound, 131 Beach Street on May 31, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. following the conditions and recommendations of the Marshfield Police Department. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the extension of permit to use accessory building at 566 Careswell Street as temporary housing through December 31, 2022
To approve the extension of permit to use accessory building at 566 Careswell Street as temporary housing through December 31, 2022.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to approve the extension of permit to use accessory building at 566 Careswell Street as temporary housing through December 31, 2022. The vote was unanimous. Flood Plain Permitting Fee – Michael Maresco gave some details on this request and noted that the Select Board approved the permitting system at their meeting on March 14, but they voted not to charge a fee, this vote is to reconsider a fee for the p.” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Charge a $50 fee for Floodplain Permits effective on Monday, May 23, 2022
To charge a $50 fee for Floodplain Permits effective on Monday, May 23, 2022.
Yes: Darcy, FidlerNo: Kilcoyne
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to charge a $50 fee for Floodplain Permits effective on Monday, May 23, 2022. The vote was 2:1, with James Kilcoyne opposed..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Fidler)
Accept the minutes of May 2, 2022 as written
To accept the minutes of May 2, 2022 as written.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by James Kilcoyne, to accept the minutes of May 2, 2022 as written. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
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