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September 25, 2023
27 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: James J. Kilcoyne, Lynne E. Fidler, Stephen R. Darcy
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the meeting at 6:00 p.m.
To open the meeting at 6:00 p.m.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to open the meeting at 6:00 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation that if conducted in open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town, returning to open...
To go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation that if conducted in open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town, returning to open session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation that if conducted in open session may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Town, returning to open session. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Close the Executive Session at 6:45 p.m. and return to open session
To close the Executive Session at 6:45 p.m. and return to open session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to close the Executive Session at 6:45 p.m. and return to open session. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request to install one JO pole on the southerly side of Dyke Road
To approve the request to install one JO pole on the southerly side of Dyke Road. The new location being approximately sixty-eight (68) feet southwest of the centerline of Plymouth Avenue; and is sixty-five (65) feet southeasterly of existing pole 96/4; and is eighty-five (85) feet northeasterly of existing pole, said pole to be erected substantially in accordance with the plan filed herewith marked VZ N.E. Inc. Plan No. MA2023-20 dated April 10, 2023.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request to install one JO pole on the southerly side of Dyke Road. The new location being approximately sixty-eight (68) feet southwest of the centerline of Plymouth Avenue; and is sixty-five (65) feet southeasterly of existing pole 96/4; and is eighty-five (85) feet northeasterly of existing pole, said pole to be erected substantially in accordance with the plan filed herewith marked VZ N.E. Inc. Plan No. MA2023-20 dated April 10, 2023. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Support and approve the location and design of the proposed Marshfield Revolutionary War Veterans Honor Roll as requested by the Committee
To support and approve the location and design of the proposed Marshfield Revolutionary War Veterans Honor Roll as requested by the Committee.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to support and approve the location and design of the proposed Marshfield Revolutionary War Veterans Honor Roll as requested by the Committee. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Appoint Michael Arsenault as an alternate member of the Recreation Trails Committee for the remainder of a three year term expiring on June 30, 2026
To appoint Michael Arsenault as an alternate member of the Recreation Trails Committee for the remainder of a three year term expiring on June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to appoint Michael Arsenault as an alternate member of the Recreation Trails Committee for the remainder of a three year term expiring on June 30, 2026. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Appoint Lt
To appoint Lt. William Sullivan as Inspector of Animals.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to appoint Lt. William Sullivan as Inspector of Animals. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Appoint Courtney Ellis as Inspector of Animals
To appoint Courtney Ellis as Inspector of Animals.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to appoint Courtney Ellis as Inspector of Animals. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Declare the Library furniture and materials listed in Cyndee Marcoux's request as surplus for donation or destruction
To declare the Library furniture and materials listed in Cyndee Marcoux's request as surplus for donation or destruction.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to declare the Library furniture and materials listed in Cyndee Marcoux's request as surplus for donation or destruction. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Waive the ZBA fees for site plan approval for the DPW to make upgrades to the Plymouth Avenue pump station
To waive the ZBA fees for site plan approval for the DPW to make upgrades to the Plymouth Avenue pump station.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to waive the ZBA fees for site plan approval for the DPW to make upgrades to the Plymouth Avenue pump station. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Waive the sign permit fee for South Shore Sign for the new sign at the Town's Early Education Center at 255 Furnace Street
To waive the sign permit fee for South Shore Sign for the new sign at the Town's Early Education Center at 255 Furnace Street.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to waive the sign permit fee for South Shore Sign for the new sign at the Town's Early Education Center at 255 Furnace Street. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Waive the Electrical Permit Fee for the air conditioning units at the Daniel Webster School located at 1456 Ocean Street
To waive the Electrical Permit Fee for the air conditioning units at the Daniel Webster School located at 1456 Ocean Street.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to waive the Electrical Permit Fee for the air conditioning units at the Daniel Webster School located at 1456 Ocean Street. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Waive the welding permit fee for Kent Fab for the harbor dredge project
To waive the welding permit fee for Kent Fab for the harbor dredge project.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to waive the welding permit fee for Kent Fab for the harbor dredge project. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve an indoor one day wine & malt license for Maureen Smith, North River Arts Society, for the Members Show Opening at the GAR Hall on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00...
To approve an indoor one day wine & malt license for Maureen Smith, North River Arts Society, for the Members Show Opening at the GAR Hall on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., pending sign off from the Police Department.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve an indoor one day wine & malt license for Maureen Smith, North River Arts Society, for the Members Show Opening at the GAR Hall on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., pending sign off from the Police Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve an indoor one day wine & malt license for Shannon Thomas, Historic Winslow House Association, for an event at the Winslow House on October 13, 2023 from 7:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m., pending...
To approve an indoor one day wine & malt license for Shannon Thomas, Historic Winslow House Association, for an event at the Winslow House on October 13, 2023 from 7:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m., pending sign off from the Police Department.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve an indoor one day wine & malt license for Shannon Thomas, Historic Winslow House Association, for an event at the Winslow House on October 13, 2023 from 7:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m., pending sign off from the Police Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve an outdoor one day all alcohol license for Carleton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural & Horticultural Society for Flannel Jam at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Sunday October 8, 2023 from...
To approve an outdoor one day all alcohol license for Carleton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural & Horticultural Society for Flannel Jam at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Sunday October 8, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., pending sign off from the Police Department.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve an outdoor one day all alcohol license for Carleton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural & Horticultural Society for Flannel Jam at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Sunday October 8, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., pending sign off from the Police Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve one-day common victualler licenses for these applicants for the Flannel Jam Festival at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Sunday October 8, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. pending...
To approve one-day common victualler licenses for these applicants for the Flannel Jam Festival at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Sunday October 8, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. pending approval of the Board of Health.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve one-day common victualler licenses for these applicants for the Flannel Jam Festival at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Sunday October 8, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. pending approval of the Board of Health. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request to accept a donation of $5,000 to the Marshfield Police Department from the Copeland Family Foundation to be used specifically for the DARE education program
To approve the request to accept a donation of $5,000 to the Marshfield Police Department from the Copeland Family Foundation to be used specifically for the DARE education program.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request to accept a donation of $5,000 to the Marshfield Police Department from the Copeland Family Foundation to be used specifically for the DARE education program. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request to accept a monthly donation of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. John Holland to be used to provide assistance for health, welfare, morale and financial needs of veterans and their...
To approve the request to accept a monthly donation of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. John Holland to be used to provide assistance for health, welfare, morale and financial needs of veterans and their dependents.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request to accept a monthly donation of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. John Holland to be used to provide assistance for health, welfare, morale and financial needs of veterans and their dependents. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request to accept a donation of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon to be used to provide assistance for health, welfare, morale and financial needs of veterans and their dependents
To approve the request to accept a donation of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon to be used to provide assistance for health, welfare, morale and financial needs of veterans and their dependents.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request to accept a donation of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon to be used to provide assistance for health, welfare, morale and financial needs of veterans and their dependents. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request from the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield to hold the 8th Annual Marsh Vegas Thanksgiving Turkey Trot on November 24, 2023 pending approval from Police and Fire
To approve the request from the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield to hold the 8th Annual Marsh Vegas Thanksgiving Turkey Trot on November 24, 2023 pending approval from Police and Fire.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request from the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield to hold the 8th Annual Marsh Vegas Thanksgiving Turkey Trot on November 24, 2023 pending approval from Police and Fire. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Grant a one-day outdoor entertainment license to Kim Arouca, Goodwill Hunters, for recorded music at the Rexhame Beach parking lot during the Duck Derby on October 1, 2023 pending approval from...
To grant a one-day outdoor entertainment license to Kim Arouca, Goodwill Hunters, for recorded music at the Rexhame Beach parking lot during the Duck Derby on October 1, 2023 pending approval from Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Department.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to grant a one-day outdoor entertainment license to Kim Arouca, Goodwill Hunters, for recorded music at the Rexhame Beach parking lot during the Duck Derby on October 1, 2023 pending approval from Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Grant a one-day outdoor entertainment license for live music with amplification, dancing by patrons and dancing by entertainers to Phil Cash for the Flannel Jam Music Festival at the Marshfield...
To grant a one-day outdoor entertainment license for live music with amplification, dancing by patrons and dancing by entertainers to Phil Cash for the Flannel Jam Music Festival at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Sunday, October 8 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. pending approval from Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Department.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to grant a one-day outdoor entertainment license for live music with amplification, dancing by patrons and dancing by entertainers to Phil Cash for the Flannel Jam Music Festival at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Sunday, October 8 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. pending approval from Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Grant a one-day outdoor entertainment license to Dean & Flynn Inc. for the South Shore Celebration of Lights at the Marshfield Fairgrounds from November 24, 2023 through January 3, 2024 from 4:00...
To grant a one-day outdoor entertainment license to Dean & Flynn Inc. for the South Shore Celebration of Lights at the Marshfield Fairgrounds from November 24, 2023 through January 3, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 4:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays pending approval from Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Department.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to grant a one-day outdoor entertainment license to Dean & Flynn Inc. for the South Shore Celebration of Lights at the Marshfield Fairgrounds from November 24, 2023 through January 3, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 4:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays pending approval from Board of Health, Police, Fire and Building Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Accept the minutes of August 7, 2023 as written
To accept the minutes of August 7, 2023 as written.
From the minutes
“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept the minutes of August 7, 2023 as written. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining that if conducted in open session may have detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town; to conduct...
To go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining that if conducted in open session may have detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town; to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; and to discuss complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual pursuant to Mass. Gen. L. c. 30A sec. 21(a)(1) to wit: Open Meeting Law Complaint(s) of John Cusick, not to return to open session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining that if conducted in open session may have detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town; to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; and to discuss complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual pursuant to Mass. Gen. L. c. 30A sec. 21(a)(1) to wit: Open Meeting Law Complaint(s) of John Cusick, not to return to open session. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Close the Executive Session at 10:05 p.m. and adjourn the meeting
To close the Executive Session at 10:05 p.m. and adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to close the Executive Session at 10:05 p.m. and adjourn the meeting. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
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