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30 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Absent: None
Open the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
To open the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to open the meeting at 6:30 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Make Harbormaster appointments as follows for the period from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024: Michael DiMeo – Harbormaster and Shellfish Constable; Richard Rodwell – First Assistant...
To make Harbormaster appointments as follows for the period from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024: 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, Kyle Scholz, Michael Devine, Collin Costello, John Thompson, Jason Dernier, John Sylvester, Henry MacQuarrie, Jadon Silva, Matthew Carver, Michael Maloney, Alexander English and Patrick Brown.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to make Harbormaster appointments as follows for the period from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024: 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, Kyle Scholz, Michael Devine, Collin Costello, John Thompson, Jason Dernier, John Sylvester, Henry MacQuarrie, Jadon Silva, Matthew Carver, Michael Maloney, Alexander English and Patrick Brown. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request of Verizon New England and NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy to locate poles, wires, cables and fixtures including the necessary anchors, guys and other such...
To approve the request of Verizon New England and NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy to locate poles, wires, cables and fixtures including the necessary anchors, guys and other such sustaining and protecting fixtures to be owned and used in common by petitioners, along and across 2nd Road to relocate one (1) pole, 356/3, on 2nd Road, six feet (6') west and eight feet (8) north where it will be replaced with a new 45' pole to provide power service to 2nd Road.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request of Verizon New England and NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy to locate poles, wires, cables and fixtures including the necessary anchors, guys and other such sustaining and protecting fixtures to be owned and used in common by petitioners, along and across 2nd Road to relocate one (1) pole, 356/3, on 2nd Road, six feet (6') west and eight feet (8) north where it will be replaced with a new 45' pole to provide power service to 2nd Road. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the Select Board Police & Procedure Guide as amended in July 2021
To approve the Select Board Police & Procedure Guide as amended in July 2021.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the Select Board Police & Procedure Guide as amended in July 2021. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request of The Jetty, 278 Ocean Street, for an indoor and outdoor entertainment license to allow jukebox, dancing by patrons, live music, television, amplification system and recorded...
To approve the request of The Jetty, 278 Ocean Street, for an indoor and outdoor entertainment license to allow jukebox, dancing by patrons, live music, television, amplification system and recorded music. Outdoor area to accommodate up to 99 guests, with acoustical music and amplification on Fridays from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Saturdays from 3:00-6:00 p.m. and Sundays and Monday holidays from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Speakers to be pointed away from neighboring homes.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request of The Jetty, 278 Ocean Street, for an indoor and outdoor entertainment license to allow jukebox, dancing by patrons, live music, television, amplification system and recorded music. Outdoor area to accommodate up to 99 guests, with acoustical music and amplification on Fridays from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Saturdays from 3:00-6:00 p.m. and Sundays and Monday holidays from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Speakers to be pointed away from neighboring homes. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the licensing agreement for KMO Restaurant Group Inc. dba Liv Creative Cuisine to use the requested Town land for additional outside seating
To approve the licensing agreement for KMO Restaurant Group Inc. dba Liv Creative Cuisine to use the requested Town land for additional outside seating.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the licensing agreement for KMO Restaurant Group Inc. dba Liv Creative Cuisine to use the requested Town land for additional outside seating. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Rand Handy Oil Co
To approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Rand Handy Oil Co.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Rand Handy Oil Co. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Shore Pools and Services Inc
To approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Shore Pools and Services Inc.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Shore Pools and Services Inc. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the renewal of the Earth Removal Permit for Biagini Inc. at parcel F12-02-92 for the period from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024
To approve the renewal of the Earth Removal Permit for Biagini Inc. at parcel F12-02-92 for the period from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the renewal of the Earth Removal Permit for Biagini Inc. at parcel F12-02-92 for the period from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the application for an annual peddler's license for Jonathan Hopfgarter, Dairy Twist Shop ice cream trailer to be used at Stellwagen Beer Co. and other events in Town with approval of the...
To approve the application for an annual peddler's license for Jonathan Hopfgarter, Dairy Twist Shop ice cream trailer to be used at Stellwagen Beer Co. and other events in Town with approval of the event organizer contingent on positive recommendations from the Police Department and Board of Health.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the application for an annual peddler's license for Jonathan Hopfgarter, Dairy Twist Shop ice cream trailer to be used at Stellwagen Beer Co. and other events in Town with approval of the event organizer contingent on positive recommendations from the Police Department and Board of Health. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve a temporary outdoor entertainment license for Donna Green, Magical Moon Foundation for their fundraising events on Saturdays June 10, July 8, July 29, August 12, August 26, September 9,...
To approve a temporary outdoor entertainment license for Donna Green, Magical Moon Foundation for their fundraising events on Saturdays June 10, July 8, July 29, August 12, August 26, September 9, and October 14, 2023 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. contingent on positive recommendations from the Board of Health and Police Department.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve a temporary outdoor entertainment license for Donna Green, Magical Moon Foundation for their fundraising events on Saturdays June 10, July 8, July 29, August 12, August 26, September 9, and October 14, 2023 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. contingent on positive recommendations from the Board of Health and Police Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon
To approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Mr. Jake Bonney
To approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Mr. Jake Bonney.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request for permission to accept a donation of $100 from Mr. Jake Bonney. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request of the Building Department, on behalf of High Voltage Electric, to waive electrical permitting fees for the ice machine located at 100 Central Street, the Town Pier
To approve the request of the Building Department, on behalf of High Voltage Electric, to waive electrical permitting fees for the ice machine located at 100 Central Street, the Town Pier.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request of the Building Department, on behalf of High Voltage Electric, to waive electrical permitting fees for the ice machine located at 100 Central Street, the Town Pier. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request of the Building Department on behalf of Paul Williams to waive all permitting fees related to the school building project at 255 Furnace Street
To approve the request of the Building Department on behalf of Paul Williams to waive all permitting fees related to the school building project at 255 Furnace Street.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request of the Building Department on behalf of Paul Williams to waive all permitting fees related to the school building project at 255 Furnace Street. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request of the Building Department on behalf of Paul Williams to waive all permitting fees related to the first floor bathroom renovations at Town Hall
To approve the request of the Building Department on behalf of Paul Williams to waive all permitting fees related to the first floor bathroom renovations at Town Hall.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request of the Building Department on behalf of Paul Williams to waive all permitting fees related to the first floor bathroom renovations at Town Hall. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request of the Building Department on behalf of High Voltage Electric to waive the electrical permitting fees related to the dog park project
To approve the request of the Building Department on behalf of High Voltage Electric to waive the electrical permitting fees related to the dog park project.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request of the Building Department on behalf of High Voltage Electric to waive the electrical permitting fees related to the dog park project. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the application for an annual peddlers license for Erich Roht/Roht Marine for a food truck to operate at events in the Town of Marshfield with permission of the event operator, contingent...
To approve the application for an annual peddlers license for Erich Roht/Roht Marine for a food truck to operate at events in the Town of Marshfield with permission of the event operator, contingent on positive recommendations from the Police Department, Board of Health and Collector's Office.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the application for an annual peddlers license for Erich Roht/Roht Marine for a food truck to operate at events in the Town of Marshfield with permission of the event operator, contingent on positive recommendations from the Police Department, Board of Health and Collector's Office. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request from Doreen Corsano, Molly Fitzgerald Memorial Fund, to use the Avon Street parking lot on Friday June 16, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. for their annual sponsor and...
To approve the request from Doreen Corsano, Molly Fitzgerald Memorial Fund, to use the Avon Street parking lot on Friday June 16, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. for their annual sponsor and volunteer dinner.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request from Doreen Corsano, Molly Fitzgerald Memorial Fund, to use the Avon Street parking lot on Friday June 16, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. for their annual sponsor and volunteer dinner. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve a temporary entertainment license for Rena Summer, MA Nursery and Landscape Association for a temporary entertainment license at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on July 27, 2023 from 12:00 p.m....
To approve a temporary entertainment license for Rena Summer, MA Nursery and Landscape Association for a temporary entertainment license at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on July 27, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., contingent on positive recommendations from the Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Departments.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve a temporary entertainment license for Rena Summer, MA Nursery and Landscape Association for a temporary entertainment license at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on July 27, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., contingent on positive recommendations from the Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Departments. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Appoint Malcom Gale to the Energy Committee for the remainder of a three year term that expires on June 30, 2025
To appoint Malcom Gale to the Energy Committee for the remainder of a three year term that expires on June 30, 2025.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to appoint Malcom Gale to the Energy Committee for the remainder of a three year term that expires on June 30, 2025. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Appoint Oliver Jack Cady to the ADA Committee for the remainder of a three year term that expires on June 30, 2025
To appoint Oliver Jack Cady to the ADA Committee for the remainder of a three year term that expires on June 30, 2025.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to appoint Oliver Jack Cady to the ADA Committee for the remainder of a three year term that expires on June 30, 2025. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Reappoint the above listed people to the DPW Building Committee for a two year term from February 2023 through February 2025
To reappoint the above listed people to the DPW Building Committee for a two year term from February 2023 through February 2025.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to reappoint the above listed people to the DPW Building Committee for a two year term from February 2023 through February 2025. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Reappoint the above listed people to the Police Station Building Committee for a two year term from February 2023 through February 2025
To reappoint the above listed people to the Police Station Building Committee for a two year term from February 2023 through February 2025.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to reappoint the above listed people to the Police Station Building Committee for a two year term from February 2023 through February 2025. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Appoint Stephen Darcy as the Town of Marshfield's representative on the Plymouth County Advisory Board for the upcoming fiscal year from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024
To appoint Stephen Darcy as the Town of Marshfield's representative on the Plymouth County Advisory Board for the upcoming fiscal year from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to appoint Stephen Darcy as the Town of Marshfield's representative on the Plymouth County Advisory Board for the upcoming fiscal year from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Declare the 2000 E- One Cyclone fire truck as surplus
To declare the 2000 E- One Cyclone fire truck as surplus.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to declare the 2000 E- One Cyclone fire truck as surplus. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Accept the donation from JGS Construction LLC of a 6x8 shed valued at $4,000.00 to be used at the Dog Park
To accept the donation from JGS Construction LLC of a 6x8 shed valued at $4,000.00 to be used at the Dog Park.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept the donation from JGS Construction LLC of a 6x8 shed valued at $4,000.00 to be used at the Dog Park. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Accept these liaison assignments as listed
To accept these liaison assignments as listed.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept these liaison assignments as listed. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Accept the minutes of May 9, 2023 as written
To accept the minutes of May 9, 2023 as written.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept the minutes of May 9, 2023 as written. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy -aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting.
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to adjourn the meeting. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
From the Marshfield Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town website. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos of current members: stills from WATD News candidate videos (Chris Rohland and Rick Smith, 2026) and Marshfield Community Media’s “Meet the Candidates” (Eric Kelley). Former members show initials.
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