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22 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Start my ballot →Present: Stephen R. Darcy, James J. Kilcoyne, Lynne E. Fidler
Absent: None
Open the meeting at 6:32 p.m.
To open the meeting at 6:32 p.m.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to open the meeting at 6:32 p.m. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the 2022/2023 Recreational Shellfish Permits and Fees
To approve the 2022/2023 Recreational Shellfish Permits and Fees.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the 2022/2023 Recreational Shellfish Permits and Fees. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the Conditional Area Management Plan (CAMP) effective December 19, 2022
To approve the Conditional Area Management Plan (CAMP) effective December 19, 2022.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the Conditional Area Management Plan (CAMP) effective December 19, 2022. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the Change of Business Structure from Restaurant Innovations LLC to Restaurant Innovations Inc., d/b/a Fetch BBQ & Catering Company, located at 1175 Ocean Street, Marshfield, MA, Daniel...
To approve the Change of Business Structure from Restaurant Innovations LLC to Restaurant Innovations Inc., d/b/a Fetch BBQ & Catering Company, located at 1175 Ocean Street, Marshfield, MA, Daniel Naples Manager.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the Change of Business Structure from Restaurant Innovations LLC to Restaurant Innovations Inc., d/b/a Fetch BBQ & Catering Company, located at 1175 Ocean Street, Marshfield, MA, Daniel Naples Manager. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the donation on behalf of the Recreational Trails Committee in the amount of $700 from the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA)
To approve the donation on behalf of the Recreational Trails Committee in the amount of $700 from the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA). The donation is the result of the October 2, 2022 Carolina Hills MTB Classic. The donation is to be placed in the Recreational Trails Committee Donation and Gift Account.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the donation on behalf of the Recreational Trails Committee in the amount of $700 from the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA). The donation is the result of the October 2, 2022 Carolina Hills MTB Classic. The donation is to be placed in the Recreational Trails Committee Donation and Gift Account. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the Annual Licenses renewals for Stellwagen Beer Company located at 100 Enterprise Drive, Marshfield for a Farmers Series Pouring Permit, Common Victualler License, and Entertainment...
To approve the Annual Licenses renewals for Stellwagen Beer Company located at 100 Enterprise Drive, Marshfield for a Farmers Series Pouring Permit, Common Victualler License, and Entertainment License, contingent on clearance from the Collector.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the Annual Licenses renewals for Stellwagen Beer Company located at 100 Enterprise Drive, Marshfield for a Farmers Series Pouring Permit, Common Victualler License, and Entertainment License, contingent on clearance from the Collector. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Appoint Kate Burke as the Town of Marshfield's Parking Clerk effective December 30, 2022
To appoint Kate Burke as the Town of Marshfield's Parking Clerk effective December 30, 2022.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to appoint Kate Burke as the Town of Marshfield's Parking Clerk effective December 30, 2022. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the Seasonal Population for the Town of Marshfield at 45,000 people
To approve the Seasonal Population for the Town of Marshfield at 45,000 people.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the Seasonal Population for the Town of Marshfield at 45,000 people. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the destruction of a broken shredder for the Select Board's Office
To approve the destruction of a broken shredder for the Select Board's Office.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the destruction of a broken shredder for the Select Board's Office. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve waiving the Building Department fees for the installation of a gazebo at the Eames Way School
To approve waiving the Building Department fees for the installation of a gazebo at the Eames Way School.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve waiving the Building Department fees for the installation of a gazebo at the Eames Way School. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve on behalf of the Veterans Services Office a donation in the amount of $200 from Mr. Joseph Hanlon to assist veterans and their families in time of need through the Gift Account
To approve on behalf of the Veterans Services Office a donation in the amount of $200 from Mr. Joseph Hanlon to assist veterans and their families in time of need through the Gift Account.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve on behalf of the Veterans Services Office a donation in the amount of $200 from Mr. Joseph Hanlon to assist veterans and their families in time of need through the Gift Account. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve on behalf of the Veterans Services Office for Veterans Memorial Park in the amount of $262.62
To approve on behalf of the Veterans Services Office for Veterans Memorial Park in the amount of $262.62. This is the difference before taxes between the agreed upon budget for the Park's holiday decoration/lighting and the amount spent by Vaisey Irrigation to do the actual work. Erik Vaisey has donated this difference to the Veterans Memorial Park.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve on behalf of the Veterans Services Office for Veterans Memorial Park in the amount of $262.62. This is the difference before taxes between the agreed upon budget for the Park's holiday decoration/lighting and the amount spent by Vaisey Irrigation to do the actual work. Erik Vaisey has donated this difference to the Veterans Memorial Park. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the request of the Wellesley Public Schools to use the Marshfield Beach facilities for outdoor Marine Science Field Trips for 30-40 Second Grade students from each school listed
To approve the request of the Wellesley Public Schools to use the Marshfield Beach facilities for outdoor Marine Science Field Trips for 30-40 Second Grade students from each school listed. The trips are fully supervised by parents and teachers and will take place on the following dates from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. May 11, 2023 (with a rain date of May 12, 2023) at Rexhame – Hardy School May 25, 2023 (with a rain date of May 26, 2023) at Rexhame – Fiske School May 25, 2023 (with a rain date of May 26, 2023) at Brant Rock – Upham School June 9, 2023 (with a rain date of June 12, 2023) at Rexhame – Sprague & Schofield June 9, 2023 (with a rain date of June 12, 2023) at Brant Rock – Bates & Hunnewell
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the request of the Wellesley Public Schools to use the Marshfield Beach facilities for outdoor Marine Science Field Trips for 30-40 Second Grade students from each school listed. The trips are fully supervised by parents and teachers and will take place on the following dates from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. May 11, 2023 (with a rain date of May 12, 2023) at Rexhame – Hardy School May 25, 2023 (with a rain date of May 26, 2023) at Rexhame – Fiske School May 25, 2023 (with a rain date of May 26, 2023) at Brant Rock – Upham School June 9, 2023 (with a rain date of June 12, 2023) at Rexhame – Sprague & Schofield June 9, 2023 (with a rain date of June 12, 2023) at Brant Rock – Bates & Hunnewell The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the request of the Marshfield Education Foundation to hold their 13th Annual Marshfield St. Patrick's Day 5k to be held on March 18, 2023 at 10:00am in Brant Rock with the following...
To approve the request of the Marshfield Education Foundation to hold their 13th Annual Marshfield St. Patrick's Day 5k to be held on March 18, 2023 at 10:00am in Brant Rock with the following stipulations from the Marshfield Police Department 1. Two detail officers will be posted at west end of Brant Rock Esplanade and a detail officer at the east end of the Brant Rock Esplanade to ensure the safety of the runners at the beginning and end of the race. 2. In order to ease congesting and keep traffic flowing we'll be utilizing a cruiser with a detail officer to block vehicle traffic traveling east on Plymouth Ave. and a cruiser/motorcycle at Satucket Ave. and Webster Ave. to assist traffic exiting the Brant Rock neighborhood. A cruiser/motorcycle blocking traffic west on Ocean St. A roving cruiser/motorcycle to assist with other safety/police issues. *8 detail officers totaling 36 billable hours (same as last year) total cost $2370.96. 3. That appropriate signage is placed along route to guide runners and warn motorist of the event. 4. That race officials are stationed along Plymouth Ave. ensuring runners/walkers are staying in the right-hand lane and not impeding traffic traveling west on Plymouth Ave. 5. All walkers and runners will be off of Plymouth Ave. in a timely manner in order to comply with Federal MUTCD standards and MASS DOT policy for detours and road closures. 6. Traffic will only be discouraged and at no time will the area be detoured without the presence of a P
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the request of the Marshfield Education Foundation to hold their 13th Annual Marshfield St. Patrick's Day 5k to be held on March 18, 2023 at 10:00am in Brant Rock with the following stipulations from the Marshfield Police Department 1. Two detail officers will be posted at west end of Brant Rock Esplanade and a detail officer at the east end of the Brant Rock Esplanade to ensure the safety of the runners at the beginning and end of the race. 2. In order to ease congesting and keep traffic flowing we'll be utilizing a cruiser with a detail officer to block vehicle traffic traveling east on Plymouth Ave. and a cruiser/motorcycle at Satucket Ave. and Webster Ave. to assist traffic exiting the Brant Rock neighborhood. A cruiser/motorcycle blocking traffic west on Ocean St. A roving cruiser/motorcycle to assist with other safety/police issues. *8 detail officers totaling 36 billable hours (same as last year) total cost $2370.96. 3. That appropriate signage is placed along route to guide runners and warn motorist of the event. 4. That race officials are stationed along Plymouth Ave. ensuring runners/walkers are staying in the right-hand lane and not impeding traffic traveling west on Plymouth Ave. 5. All walkers and runners will be off of Plymouth Ave. in a timely manner in order to comply with Federal MUTCD standards and MASS DOT policy for detours and road closures. 6. Traffic will only be discouraged and at no time will the area be detoured without the presence of a Police Officer. 7. All participants and associated race equipment will be removed from the public ways after 60 minutes from the start of the race. 8. The Brant Rock Esplanade area will be detoured from 8am- 12pm. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the renewal of these licenses as listed, contingent on receipt of forms and fees and payment of taxes
To approve the renewal of these licenses as listed, contingent on receipt of forms and fees and payment of taxes.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the renewal of these licenses as listed, contingent on receipt of forms and fees and payment of taxes. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
To approve the renewal of these licenses as listed, contingent on receipt of forms and fees and payment of taxes.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the renewal of these licenses as listed, contingent on receipt of forms and fees and payment of taxes. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve an Annual Fortune Teller License for Michelle Ann Rollin
To approve an Annual Fortune Teller License for Michelle Ann Rollin. The paperwork has been submitted, the annual $2.00 fee has been paid, and taxes are current.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve an Annual Fortune Teller License for Michelle Ann Rollin. The paperwork has been submitted, the annual $2.00 fee has been paid, and taxes are current. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the renewal of these licenses as listed, contingent on receipt of forms and fees and payment of taxes
To approve the renewal of these licenses as listed, contingent on receipt of forms and fees and payment of taxes.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the renewal of these licenses as listed, contingent on receipt of forms and fees and payment of taxes. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
To approve the renewal of these licenses as listed, contingent on receipt of forms and fees and payment of taxes.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the renewal of these licenses as listed, contingent on receipt of forms and fees and payment of taxes. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the request of Haddad's Ocean Café to close December 9, 2022 and reopen February 14, 2023
To approve the request of Haddad's Ocean Café to close December 9, 2022 and reopen February 14, 2023.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the request of Haddad's Ocean Café to close December 9, 2022 and reopen February 14, 2023. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Accept the minutes of December 5, 2022, as written
To accept the minutes of December 5, 2022, as written.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to accept the minutes of December 5, 2022, as written. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Adjourn the meeting at 7:58 p.m.
To adjourn the meeting at 7:58 p.m.
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to adjourn the meeting at 7:58 p.m. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
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