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Marshfield Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting

April 8, 2024

59 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: James J. Kilcoyne, Lynne E. Fidler, Stephen R. Darcy

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Open the meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To open the meeting at 6:30 p.m.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. 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)

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Accept the donation of $350 from the Martin Coyne Family to be used under the guidance of Eagle Scout candidate Delaney Allen for the construction and installation of a new bench at the rail trail

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept the donation of $350 from the Martin Coyne Family to be used under the guidance of Eagle Scout candidate Delaney Allen for the construction and installation of a new bench at the rail trail.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept the donation of $350 from the Martin Coyne Family to be used under the guidance of Eagle Scout candidate Delaney Allen for the construction and installation of a new bench at the rail trail. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Approve the request to hold the 3rd Annual Carolina Hills MTB Classic on Sunday June 23, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with a rain date of June 29, 2024

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request to hold the 3rd Annual Carolina Hills MTB Classic on Sunday June 23, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with a rain date of June 29, 2024.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request to hold the 3rd Annual Carolina Hills MTB Classic on Sunday June 23, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with a rain date of June 29, 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Appoint Margaret LaMay as Town Accountant effective April 28, 2024, contract details to be prepared by the Town Administrator and Town Counsel

Minutes, page 1

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint Margaret LaMay as Town Accountant effective April 28, 2024, contract details to be prepared by the Town Administrator and Town Counsel.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to appoint Margaret LaMay as Town Accountant effective April 28, 2024, contract details to be prepared by the Town Administrator and Town Counsel. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the hiring of the above listed new and returning seasonal beach employees as lifeguards, parking attendants, snack bar staff and supervisors

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the hiring of the above listed new and returning seasonal beach employees as lifeguards, parking attendants, snack bar staff and supervisors. All applicants have had a background check and lifeguards must have certifications or be in the process of obtaining certification as a condition of their employment.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the hiring of the above listed new and returning seasonal beach employees as lifeguards, parking attendants, snack bar staff and supervisors. All applicants have had a background check and lifeguards must have certifications or be in the process of obtaining certification as a condition of their employment. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Accept the donation of $5,000 to the Beach Department from the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept the donation of $5,000 to the Beach Department from the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept the donation of $5,000 to the Beach Department from the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the request of Maureen and Jim Godding to hold the Rexhame Beach Parking Lot Celebration on Saturday May 18, 2024 or Sunday May 19, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request of Maureen and Jim Godding to hold the Rexhame Beach Parking Lot Celebration on Saturday May 18, 2024 or Sunday May 19, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request of Maureen and Jim Godding to hold the Rexhame Beach Parking Lot Celebration on Saturday May 18, 2024 or Sunday May 19, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve a common victualler license for Jonathan Siegmann of Hingham for Lily's Craft Barbecue & Catering at 1175 Ocean Street with hours of operation from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. pending...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve a common victualler license for Jonathan Siegmann of Hingham for Lily's Craft Barbecue & Catering at 1175 Ocean Street with hours of operation from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. pending signoff from the Building Department and Board of Health.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve a common victualler license for Jonathan Siegmann of Hingham for Lily's Craft Barbecue & Catering at 1175 Ocean Street with hours of operation from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. pending signoff from the Building 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)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the proposed changes to the Capital Budget to include the repairs to four school roofs, Conservation Commission tree cutting, and the balance owed on two ambulances being purchased with...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the proposed changes to the Capital Budget to include the repairs to four school roofs, Conservation Commission tree cutting, and the balance owed on two ambulances being purchased with ARPA funds from the County. The items were approved by the Capital Budget Committee at their meeting on April 3, 2024.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the proposed changes to the Capital Budget to include the repairs to four school roofs, Conservation Commission tree cutting, and the balance owed on two ambulances being purchased with ARPA funds from the County. The items were approved by the Capital Budget Committee at their meeting on April 3, 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Support this article (STM Article 1 – unpaid bill article)

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 2 – personnel bylaw compensation)

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 3 – to change funding source from stabilization to free cash)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Support this article (STM Article 4 – to amend funding source for Article 8 of the Fall 2023 STM)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Support this article (STM Article 5 – creation of Special Revenue Accounts)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 6 – free cash article)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 7 – borrowing for school roof repairs)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 8 – addition of alternate members to Council on Aging)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 9 – addition of associate members to Conservation Commission)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Support this article (STM Article 10 – collective bargaining agreements)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 11 – funding for library electric generator and gear project)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 12 – Community Preservation article)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 13 – to increase appropriation for FY24 Solid Waste budget)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 14 – to replace sewer main in West Brook Street)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 15 – transfer of funds from retained earnings)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 16 – funding for aquifer studies and groundwater investigation)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 17 – to increase appropriation for FY24 Wastewater Residual Waste)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 18 – to amend zoning bylaws (multi-family dwellings))

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (STM Article 19 – to amend zoning maps (Multi-family Overlay District))

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 1 – to receive reports from Town Officers and Committees)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 2 – to set compensation for elected officials)

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 3 – FY25 Omnibus Budget)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 4 – FY25 Capital Budget)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 5 – Revolving Fund article)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 6 – Chapter 90 Funds)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 7 – PEG access services)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 8 – to amend Zoning Bylaws – Open Space Residential Development)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 9 – to amend Zoning Bylaws – Age Restricted Adult Village)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 10 – to amend Zoning Bylaws – Floodproofing)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 11 – amend Zoning Map – Inland Wetland District)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 12 – to amend Zoning Bylaws – EOHLC and Housing Trust)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 13 – to amend Zoning Bylaws – EOHLC and Housing Trust)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 14 – to amend Zoning Bylaws – EOHLC and Housing Trust)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 15 – to amend Zoning Bylaws – EOHLC and Housing Trust)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 16 – to amend Zoning Bylaws – EOHLC and Housing Trust)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Support this article (ATM Article 17 – Community Preservation article)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To support this article.

From the minutes

“Mr. Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Ms. Fidler, to support this article. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the annual registration of fuel storage licenses for the aforementioned businesses, pending receipt of application and fee

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the annual registration of fuel storage licenses for the aforementioned businesses, pending receipt of application and fee.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the annual registration of fuel storage licenses for the aforementioned businesses, pending receipt of application and fee. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the request of the Ventress Library to declare the aforementioned items as surplus

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request of the Ventress Library to declare the aforementioned items as surplus.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request of the Ventress Library to declare the aforementioned items as surplus. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Accept on behalf of the Ventress Library, a $5,000 donation from the Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library to be deposited into the library's gift account to be used to supplement the library's...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept on behalf of the Ventress Library, a $5,000 donation from the Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library to be deposited into the library's gift account to be used to supplement the library's material budget.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept on behalf of the Ventress Library, a $5,000 donation from the Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library to be deposited into the library's gift account to be used to supplement the library's material budget. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the renewal of a commercial parking permit for Paul J. Philpott, Green Harbor Lobster Pound, 131 Beach Street for 46 parking spaces at $24 per space during the 2024 beach season,...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the renewal of a commercial parking permit for Paul J. Philpott, Green Harbor Lobster Pound, 131 Beach Street for 46 parking spaces at $24 per space during the 2024 beach season, contingent on payment of taxes and fees owed to the Town.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the renewal of a commercial parking permit for Paul J. Philpott, Green Harbor Lobster Pound, 131 Beach Street for 46 parking spaces at $24 per space during the 2024 beach season, contingent on payment of taxes and fees owed to the Town. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Accept the Disclosure of Appearance of Conflict of Interest form filed by Mark Ford of the Advisory Board

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept the Disclosure of Appearance of Conflict of Interest form filed by Mark Ford of the Advisory Board.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept the Disclosure of Appearance of Conflict of Interest form filed by Mark Ford of the Advisory Board. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Accept on behalf of the Veterans Services Department, the following donations: $100 from William & Cathy O'Dell in memory of Thomas Merigan $100 from Thomas & Martha White in memory of Thomas...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept on behalf of the Veterans Services Department, the following donations: $100 from William & Cathy O'Dell in memory of Thomas Merigan $100 from Thomas & Martha White in memory of Thomas Merigan $100 from Charles & Judith Laverty in memory of Thomas Merigan $25 from Sheila Tierney in memory of Thomas Merigan $500 from an anonymous donor $50 from Maryann Bernard in memory of Thomas Merigan

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept on behalf of the Veterans Services Department, the following donations: $100 from William & Cathy O'Dell in memory of Thomas Merigan $100 from Thomas & Martha White in memory of Thomas Merigan $100 from Charles & Judith Laverty in memory of Thomas Merigan $25 from Sheila Tierney in memory of Thomas Merigan $500 from an anonymous donor $50 from Maryann Bernard in memory of Thomas Merigan The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Waive the Special Permit fees for NextGrid's solar projects at 59 Hatch Street and 500 Furnace Street

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To waive the Special Permit fees for NextGrid's solar projects at 59 Hatch Street and 500 Furnace Street.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to waive the Special Permit fees for NextGrid's solar projects at 59 Hatch Street and 500 Furnace Street. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Approve the request from Melissa McKim owner of Unplug & Be Mindful Yoga LLC to hold yoga classes at Rexhame Beach on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 7AM during the summer

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request from Melissa McKim owner of Unplug & Be Mindful Yoga LLC to hold yoga classes at Rexhame Beach on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 7AM during the summer.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request from Melissa McKim owner of Unplug & Be Mindful Yoga LLC to hold yoga classes at Rexhame Beach on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 7AM during the summer. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Accept on behalf of the Council on Aging, a $50 donation from Anne Studley to be deposited into the COA gift account

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept on behalf of the Council on Aging, a $50 donation from Anne Studley to be deposited into the COA gift account.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept on behalf of the Council on Aging, a $50 donation from Anne Studley to be deposited into the COA gift account. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Approve the request of Carolyn Durfey, Seaside Garden Club to hold a plant sale on the Town Training Green on Saturday May 18, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request of Carolyn Durfey, Seaside Garden Club to hold a plant sale on the Town Training Green on Saturday May 18, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request of Carolyn Durfey, Seaside Garden Club to hold a plant sale on the Town Training Green on Saturday May 18, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Approve the request of Tami Herchel, Ragnar Road Race Director to route the 2024 Ragnar Relace through the Town of Marshfield on May 18, 2024

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request of Tami Herchel, Ragnar Road Race Director to route the 2024 Ragnar Relace through the Town of Marshfield on May 18, 2024.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to approve the request of Tami Herchel, Ragnar Road Race Director to route the 2024 Ragnar Relace through the Town of Marshfield on May 18, 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Grant an Annual Peddlers License to Michael Fallon of Duxbury for Cap'n Mike's Tike Boat LLC with hours of operation from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. May through September 2024

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To grant an Annual Peddlers License to Michael Fallon of Duxbury for Cap'n Mike's Tike Boat LLC with hours of operation from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. May through September 2024.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to grant an Annual Peddlers License to Michael Fallon of Duxbury for Cap'n Mike's Tike Boat LLC with hours of operation from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. May through September 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Grant an Annual Class I license to D.H. Smith & Sons, 887 Plain Street, with the facility to be used for storage, sale and repair of Kioti tractors and Feling trailers with Building 1 housing...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To grant an Annual Class I license to D.H. Smith & Sons, 887 Plain Street, with the facility to be used for storage, sale and repair of Kioti tractors and Feling trailers with Building 1 housing office, showroom and storage and Building 2 housing repair shop.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to grant an Annual Class I license to D.H. Smith & Sons, 887 Plain Street, with the facility to be used for storage, sale and repair of Kioti tractors and Feling trailers with Building 1 housing office, showroom and storage and Building 2 housing repair shop. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

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Accept the minutes of February 26, March 11, March 18 and March 22, 2024 as written

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept the minutes of February 26, March 11, March 18 and March 22, 2024 as written.

From the minutes

“James Kilcoyne moved, seconded by Lynne Fidler, to accept the minutes of February 26, March 11, March 18 and March 22, 2024 as written. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Mr. Kilcoyne – aye; Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy - aye..” (Motion: Kilcoyne, second: Fidler)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

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