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April 10, 2023
19 recorded votes, 0 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 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve a Seasonal All Alcohol Restaurant Common Victualler Liquor License for EZ & Bravo, Inc. d/b/a Don Bravo Mexican Grill, Maria Bravo, Manager
To approve a Seasonal All Alcohol Restaurant Common Victualler Liquor License for EZ & Bravo, Inc. d/b/a Don Bravo Mexican Grill, Maria Bravo, Manager. Premises located at 57 Snow Road #30, Marshfield, MA, pending MPD and taxes being paid.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve a Seasonal All Alcohol Restaurant Common Victualler Liquor License for EZ & Bravo, Inc. d/b/a Don Bravo Mexican Grill, Maria Bravo, Manager. Premises located at 57 Snow Road #30, Marshfield, MA, pending MPD and taxes being paid. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Hire the 'new hire' individuals listed below as recommended by Lt
To hire the 'new hire' individuals listed below as recommended by Lt. Sullivan.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to hire the 'new hire' individuals listed below as recommended by Lt. Sullivan. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Hire the 'rehire' individuals listed below as recommended by Lt
To hire the 'rehire' individuals listed below as recommended by Lt. Sullivan.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to hire the 'rehire' individuals listed below as recommended by Lt. Sullivan. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Accept on behalf of the MFD the donation of a 40 Horsepower Mercury Boat Motor for their fire department marine unit
To accept on behalf of the MFD the donation of a 40 Horsepower Mercury Boat Motor for their fire department marine unit. The motor was donated by Boston Whaler on behalf of John Pozerski's Eagle Scout Project.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to accept on behalf of the MFD the donation of a 40 Horsepower Mercury Boat Motor for their fire department marine unit. The motor was donated by Boston Whaler on behalf of John Pozerski's Eagle Scout Project. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Direct the Town Administrator to file the Action Plan presented and prepared by the Town Planner
To direct the Town Administrator to file the Action Plan presented and prepared by the Town Planner. The Town will continue to work with our State legislators and other Adjacent Communities (non- Station Communities) to improve the DHCD Guidelines.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to direct the Town Administrator to file the Action Plan presented and prepared by the Town Planner. The Town will continue to work with our State legislators and other Adjacent Communities (non- Station Communities) to improve the DHCD Guidelines. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve an Annual Fortune Teller's License for Stephanie Demetro, Crystal Healings at 468 Plain Street, Marshfield, MA for Psychic Readings and Tarot Card Readings
To approve an Annual Fortune Teller's License for Stephanie Demetro, Crystal Healings at 468 Plain Street, Marshfield, MA for Psychic Readings and Tarot Card Readings. The business will operate (7) days a week from 11AM to 7PM, pending sign off by the MPD.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve an Annual Fortune Teller's License for Stephanie Demetro, Crystal Healings at 468 Plain Street, Marshfield, MA for Psychic Readings and Tarot Card Readings. The business will operate (7) days a week from 11AM to 7PM, pending sign off by the MPD. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the request to spend Town ARPA Funds for the following IT projects; server license, security upgrades to the servers hosted on site along with cloud antivirus software and disaster...
To approve the request to spend Town ARPA Funds for the following IT projects; server license, security upgrades to the servers hosted on site along with cloud antivirus software and disaster recovery backup to be in compliance with MIIA's Cybersecurity Insurance and Security Accountability door scanner access.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the request to spend Town ARPA Funds for the following IT projects; server license, security upgrades to the servers hosted on site along with cloud antivirus software and disaster recovery backup to be in compliance with MIIA's Cybersecurity Insurance and Security Accountability door scanner access. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Accept the donation of (6) custom made K9 trauma and resuscitation devices donated by Erin Slyman, one of the lead instructors for Nero's Law Training
To accept the donation of (6) custom made K9 trauma and resuscitation devices donated by Erin Slyman, one of the lead instructors for Nero's Law Training. Erin is a Veterinary Technician at Marshfield Animal Hospital.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to accept the donation of (6) custom made K9 trauma and resuscitation devices donated by Erin Slyman, one of the lead instructors for Nero's Law Training. Erin is a Veterinary Technician at Marshfield Animal Hospital. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the donation of two benches to sit of the front lawn of the police station donated by the non-profit group called Team Edna
To approve the donation of two benches to sit of the front lawn of the police station donated by the non-profit group called Team Edna. The benches will sit facing Ocean Street. Team Edna is going to provide all materials and labor.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the donation of two benches to sit of the front lawn of the police station donated by the non-profit group called Team Edna. The benches will sit facing Ocean Street. Team Edna is going to provide all materials and labor. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the appointment of Amanda Davis to the Cultural Council for the remainder of a term of (3) years
To approve the appointment of Amanda Davis to the Cultural Council for the remainder of a term of (3) years.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the appointment of Amanda Davis to the Cultural Council for the remainder of a term of (3) years. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve participation and support of additional Opioid Settlements from the following companies; CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Teva and Allergan, through the National Consortium's Opioid Litigation
To approve participation and support of additional Opioid Settlements from the following companies; CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Teva and Allergan, through the National Consortium's Opioid Litigation.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve participation and support of additional Opioid Settlements from the following companies; CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Teva and Allergan, through the National Consortium's Opioid Litigation. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Table Action Item 9 until a future meeting when the Treasurer Collector is available
To table Action Item 9 until a future meeting when the Treasurer Collector is available.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to table Action Item 9 until a future meeting when the Treasurer Collector is available. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Accept the $9,400 donation by McDougall Bros
To accept the $9,400 donation by McDougall Bros. Enterprises on behalf of the Marshfield Dog Park for the labor, equipment and screened sand necessary to install a new water service.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to accept the $9,400 donation by McDougall Bros. Enterprises on behalf of the Marshfield Dog Park for the labor, equipment and screened sand necessary to install a new water service. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Accept a $100.00 donation on behalf of Marshfield Veterans Services from Joe Hanlon
To accept a $100.00 donation on behalf of Marshfield Veterans Services from Joe Hanlon. The donation will be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or the financial need of our veterans and their dependents.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to accept a $100.00 donation on behalf of Marshfield Veterans Services from Joe Hanlon. The donation will be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or the financial need of our veterans and their dependents. 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 Building Department and Hi Voltage Electric to waive all electrical permit fees for the DPW, 373 Plymouth Avenue, Water Pump Station for Circuit Breaker Replacement
To approve the request of the Building Department and Hi Voltage Electric to waive all electrical permit fees for the DPW, 373 Plymouth Avenue, Water Pump Station for Circuit Breaker Replacement.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the request of the Building Department and Hi Voltage Electric to waive all electrical permit fees for the DPW, 373 Plymouth Avenue, Water Pump Station for Circuit Breaker Replacement. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Approve the donation by Michael Verrochi, VRT Corporation, of approximately 1,000 cubic yards of wood chips for the construction of Marshfield's new Dog Park
To approve the donation by Michael Verrochi, VRT Corporation, of approximately 1,000 cubic yards of wood chips for the construction of Marshfield's new Dog Park. The wood chips are valued at $14 per cubic yard for a total donation value of $14,000.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to approve the donation by Michael Verrochi, VRT Corporation, of approximately 1,000 cubic yards of wood chips for the construction of Marshfield's new Dog Park. The wood chips are valued at $14 per cubic yard for a total donation value of $14,000. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Accept the minutes of March 13, 2023 and March 28, 2023, as written
To accept the minutes of March 13, 2023 and March 28, 2023, as written.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to accept the minutes of March 13, 2023 and March 28, 2023, as written. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kilcoyne)
Adjourn the meeting at 7:47 p.m. to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if conducted in open session may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining...
To adjourn the meeting at 7:47 p.m. to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if conducted in open session may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the town, not to return to public session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Mr. Kilcoyne, to adjourn the meeting at 7:47 p.m. to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining if conducted in open session may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the town, not to return to public session. 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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