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Absent: None
Open the meeting at 6:31p.m
To open the meeting at 6:31p.m.
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to open the meeting at 6:31p.m. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request of Veteran's Services to place memorial signs for the following veterans at specific identified locations: PFC Edward T. Egan, Jr., USMC on the corner of Plymouth Street and...
To approve the request of Veteran's Services to place memorial signs for the following veterans at specific identified locations: PFC Edward T. Egan, Jr., USMC on the corner of Plymouth Street and Ocean Street CPL Alfred Lopes, Jr., US Army on the corner of Forest Street and Main Street (3A) PVT Marc A. Ericson, US Army on the corner of Forest Street and Pine Street SP4 William A. Coggeshall, US Army on the corner of Ferry Street and Main Street (3A) The above memorial signs will be placed on already existing street signs at the designated locations and have been reviewed by the Department of Public Works.
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to approve the request of Veteran's Services to place memorial signs for the following veterans at specific identified locations: PFC Edward T. Egan, Jr., USMC on the corner of Plymouth Street and Ocean Street CPL Alfred Lopes, Jr., US Army on the corner of Forest Street and Main Street (3A) PVT Marc A. Ericson, US Army on the corner of Forest Street and Pine Street SP4 William A. Coggeshall, US Army on the corner of Ferry Street and Main Street (3A) The above memorial signs will be placed on already existing street signs at the designated locations and have been reviewed by the Department of Public Works. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request from the Braintree Public Schools to hold a field trip at Brant Rock Beach on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 (with a rain date of June 12, 2024) for 71 fourth grade students from...
To approve the request from the Braintree Public Schools to hold a field trip at Brant Rock Beach on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 (with a rain date of June 12, 2024) for 71 fourth grade students from 9:45am until 1:00pm with the use of the public restrooms, pending sign off from the Marshfield Police Department and the Beach Commission. There will be a fee for using the public restrooms.
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to approve the request from the Braintree Public Schools to hold a field trip at Brant Rock Beach on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 (with a rain date of June 12, 2024) for 71 fourth grade students from 9:45am until 1:00pm with the use of the public restrooms, pending sign off from the Marshfield Police Department and the Beach Commission. There will be a fee for using the public restrooms. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request of The Original Brant Rock Village Association to hold a Buy-A-Brick Fundraiser for the island in Brant Rock
To approve the request of The Original Brant Rock Village Association to hold a Buy-A-Brick Fundraiser for the island in Brant Rock. The approval of the Buy-A-Brick Fundraiser does not create a property right, therefore it is permissible and revocable in the future by the Town.
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to approve the request of The Original Brant Rock Village Association to hold a Buy-A-Brick Fundraiser for the island in Brant Rock. The approval of the Buy-A-Brick Fundraiser does not create a property right, therefore it is permissible and revocable in the future by the Town. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Waive all permit fees for the following projects: Shed replacement at 23 Clay Pit Road, Transfer Station for the DPW Office renovations at 60 South River Street, HQ for the Fire Department...
To waive all permit fees for the following projects: Shed replacement at 23 Clay Pit Road, Transfer Station for the DPW Office renovations at 60 South River Street, HQ for the Fire Department Renovations at Town Clerk and IT offices at Town Hall
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to waive all permit fees for the following projects: Shed replacement at 23 Clay Pit Road, Transfer Station for the DPW Office renovations at 60 South River Street, HQ for the Fire Department Renovations at Town Clerk and IT offices at Town Hall The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve a Temporary All Alcohol Liquor License for Maureen Smith of the North River Arts Society for an Opening Reception for the Holiday Art Sale on November 3, 2023 from 6:00-8:00pm, pending...
To approve a Temporary All Alcohol Liquor License for Maureen Smith of the North River Arts Society for an Opening Reception for the Holiday Art Sale on November 3, 2023 from 6:00-8:00pm, pending sign off from the Marshfield Police Department and a copy of their liquor liability insurance.
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to approve a Temporary All Alcohol Liquor License for Maureen Smith of the North River Arts Society for an Opening Reception for the Holiday Art Sale on November 3, 2023 from 6:00-8:00pm, pending sign off from the Marshfield Police Department and a copy of their liquor liability insurance. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve a Temporary/One Day Entertainment License for Nannette Parziale, Event Chair of The Original Brant Rock Village Association, for the 2nd Annual Kickoff to Summer Cookout on Saturday, June...
To approve a Temporary/One Day Entertainment License for Nannette Parziale, Event Chair of The Original Brant Rock Village Association, for the 2nd Annual Kickoff to Summer Cookout on Saturday, June 29, 2024 from 12:00pm until 3:00pm at Union Chapel lawn (with a rain date of Sunday, June 30, 2024) for the following types of entertainment; amplification system, recorded music/DJ, playing games, face painting, bounce house, and vendor tables. No tent has been requested. Food will be served at the event, pending sign off by the Marshfield Police Department, Board of Health, and the Marshfield Fire Department.
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to approve a Temporary/One Day Entertainment License for Nannette Parziale, Event Chair of The Original Brant Rock Village Association, for the 2nd Annual Kickoff to Summer Cookout on Saturday, June 29, 2024 from 12:00pm until 3:00pm at Union Chapel lawn (with a rain date of Sunday, June 30, 2024) for the following types of entertainment; amplification system, recorded music/DJ, playing games, face painting, bounce house, and vendor tables. No tent has been requested. Food will be served at the event, pending sign off by the Marshfield Police Department, Board of Health, and the Marshfield Fire Department. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve on behalf of the Veteran's Services Department the following five (5) donations: $250.00 from Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Leon in memory of Jake Bonney $50.00 from Jack and Peg Cantwell in memory of...
To approve on behalf of the Veteran's Services Department the following five (5) donations: $250.00 from Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Leon in memory of Jake Bonney $50.00 from Jack and Peg Cantwell in memory of Jake Bonney $100.00 from Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Finnie in memory of Jake Bonney $500.00 from Mr. & Mrs. Edward Timlin $20.00 from Ms. Dorothy Cabozzi in memory of Jake Bonney The donations will be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or the financial need of our veterans and their dependents.
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to approve on behalf of the Veteran's Services Department the following five (5) donations: $250.00 from Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Leon in memory of Jake Bonney $50.00 from Jack and Peg Cantwell in memory of Jake Bonney $100.00 from Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Finnie in memory of Jake Bonney $500.00 from Mr. & Mrs. Edward Timlin $20.00 from Ms. Dorothy Cabozzi in memory of Jake Bonney The donations 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 called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Accept a donation in the amount of $170.14 of flowers and pumpkins for Town Hall entrance from Michael and Kathleen Maresco
To accept a donation in the amount of $170.14 of flowers and pumpkins for Town Hall entrance from Michael and Kathleen Maresco.
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to accept a donation in the amount of $170.14 of flowers and pumpkins for Town Hall entrance from Michael and Kathleen Maresco. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the request of Regina Porter to park a trolley on the Town Green on the Moraine Street side on November 26, 2023 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm to collect tea bags for the 250th Boston Tea Party...
To approve the request of Regina Porter to park a trolley on the Town Green on the Moraine Street side on November 26, 2023 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm to collect tea bags for the 250th Boston Tea Party Anniversary and Reenactment.
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to approve the request of Regina Porter to park a trolley on the Town Green on the Moraine Street side on November 26, 2023 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm to collect tea bags for the 250th Boston Tea Party Anniversary and Reenactment. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)
Approve the meeting minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting
Approve the meeting minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting.
“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, approve the meeting minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: 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 a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the town and to...
To go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining that if conducted in open session may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the town and 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 not to return to open session.
“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 a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the town and 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 not to return to open session. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote called by Town Administrator: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – 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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