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May 6, 2024
33 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Lynne E. Fidler, Stephen R. Darcy, Eric S. Kelley
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
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to open the meeting at 6:30 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Continue this pole hearing to the next meeting at the request of the Chair of the Board of Public Works
To continue this pole hearing to the next meeting at the request of the Chair of the Board of Public Works.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to continue this pole hearing to the next meeting at the request of the Chair of the Board of Public Works. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Take a five minute break
To take a five minute break.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to take a five minute break. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Return to open session
To return to open session.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to return to open session. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Nominate Lynne Fidler as Chair of the Select Board
To nominate Lynne Fidler as Chair of the Select Board.
From the minutes
“Stephen Darcy moved, seconded by Eric Kelley, to nominate Lynne Fidler as Chair of the Select Board. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Kelley)
Nominate Stephen Darcy as Vice Chair of the Select Board
To nominate Stephen Darcy as Vice Chair of the Select Board.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Eric Kelley, to nominate Stephen Darcy as Vice Chair of the Select Board. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Kelley)
Nominate Eric Kelley as Clerk of the Select Board
To nominate Eric Kelley as Clerk of the Select Board.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to nominate Eric Kelley as Clerk of the Select Board. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Open the warrant for the Special Town Meeting of June 24, 2024 for submission of warrant articles on Thursday May 23, 2024 and close it on June 3, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
To open the warrant for the Special Town Meeting of June 24, 2024 for submission of warrant articles on Thursday May 23, 2024 and close it on June 3, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
Yes: Darcy, FidlerNo: Kelley
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to open the warrant for the Special Town Meeting of June 24, 2024 for submission of warrant articles on Thursday May 23, 2024 and close it on June 3, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. The vote was 2:1. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – nay..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the aforementioned Board/Committee liaisons for 2024-2025
To approve the aforementioned Board/Committee liaisons for 2024-2025.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the aforementioned Board/Committee liaisons for 2024-2025. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve and sign the Program for Public Information as recommended by the PPI/CRS committee with the change to page 4 to add Eric Ritcey to the membership
To approve and sign the Program for Public Information as recommended by the PPI/CRS committee with the change to page 4 to add Eric Ritcey to the membership.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve and sign the Program for Public Information as recommended by the PPI/CRS committee with the change to page 4 to add Eric Ritcey to the membership. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Reappoint Richard Rodwell (1st Assistant Harbormaster), Charles Mattar, John Doyle, Collin Costello, Jason Dernier, John Sylvester, Henry MacQuarrie and Patrick Brown as Assistant Harbormasters...
To reappoint Richard Rodwell (1st Assistant Harbormaster), Charles Mattar, John Doyle, Collin Costello, Jason Dernier, John Sylvester, Henry MacQuarrie and Patrick Brown as Assistant Harbormasters for the upcoming boating season.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to reappoint Richard Rodwell (1st Assistant Harbormaster), Charles Mattar, John Doyle, Collin Costello, Jason Dernier, John Sylvester, Henry MacQuarrie and Patrick Brown as Assistant Harbormasters for the upcoming boating season. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Appoint Robert Lyden, Timothy Stiles, Tucker Collins, Alexander Souretis and Abby Gorham as Assistant Harbormasters for the upcoming boating season
To appoint Robert Lyden, Timothy Stiles, Tucker Collins, Alexander Souretis and Abby Gorham as Assistant Harbormasters for the upcoming boating season.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to appoint Robert Lyden, Timothy Stiles, Tucker Collins, Alexander Souretis and Abby Gorham as Assistant Harbormasters for the upcoming boating season. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Reappoint Richard Rodwell and Michael Bearce as Shellfish Constables for the upcoming boating season
To reappoint Richard Rodwell and Michael Bearce as Shellfish Constables for the upcoming boating season.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to reappoint Richard Rodwell and Michael Bearce as Shellfish Constables for the upcoming boating season. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the application for film production permit for Pilgrim Production LLC of North Hollywood CA for the documentary that will be filmed in the Harbor area from June 1, 2024 through July 16,...
To approve the application for film production permit for Pilgrim Production LLC of North Hollywood CA for the documentary that will be filmed in the Harbor area from June 1, 2024 through July 16, 2024 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. until midnight (depending on fish offload times) contingent on positive recommendations from Harbormaster, Police and Fire Departments.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the application for film production permit for Pilgrim Production LLC of North Hollywood CA for the documentary that will be filmed in the Harbor area from June 1, 2024 through July 16, 2024 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. until midnight (depending on fish offload times) contingent on positive recommendations from Harbormaster, Police and Fire Departments. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Waive the ZBA fees for the Ridge Road boat ramp project
To waive the ZBA fees for the Ridge Road boat ramp project.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to waive the ZBA fees for the Ridge Road boat ramp project. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Waive the floodplain and commercial building permit fees for the repairs of the Town Pier boat ramps
To waive the floodplain and commercial building permit fees for the repairs of the Town Pier boat ramps.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to waive the floodplain and commercial building permit fees for the repairs of the Town Pier boat ramps. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the request of Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Gregory, 70 Pleasant Street to place a temporary trailer on their property while renovations are being completed, pending approval from the Board of Health...
To approve the request of Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Gregory, 70 Pleasant Street to place a temporary trailer on their property while renovations are being completed, pending approval from the Board of Health and Building Department.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the request of Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Gregory, 70 Pleasant Street to place a temporary trailer on their property while renovations are being completed, pending approval from the Board of Health and Building Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Appoint Ken Pike as the delegate to represent the Town of Marshfield on the Old Colony Elder Services Board of Directors for FY2025
To appoint Ken Pike as the delegate to represent the Town of Marshfield on the Old Colony Elder Services Board of Directors for FY2025.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to appoint Ken Pike as the delegate to represent the Town of Marshfield on the Old Colony Elder Services Board of Directors for FY2025. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Waive the electrical permit fee for the septic system wiring at Tea Rock Gardens for the Marshfield Housing Authority
To waive the electrical permit fee for the septic system wiring at Tea Rock Gardens for the Marshfield Housing Authority.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to waive the electrical permit fee for the septic system wiring at Tea Rock Gardens for the Marshfield Housing Authority. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Waive two commercial building permit fees for the Furnace Brook Middle School for the emergency repairs and restoration from recent water damage
To waive two commercial building permit fees for the Furnace Brook Middle School for the emergency repairs and restoration from recent water damage.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to waive two commercial building permit fees for the Furnace Brook Middle School for the emergency repairs and restoration from recent water damage. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Sign the ABCC Seasonal Renewal Certification for 2024
To sign the ABCC Seasonal Renewal Certification for 2024.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to sign the ABCC Seasonal Renewal Certification for 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve an outdoor temporary wine and malt license for Tish Adams, Marshfield Hills General Store, 165 Prospect Street, for the North River Arts Festival on May 25 and May 26, 2024 from 12:00 p.m....
To approve an outdoor temporary wine and malt license for Tish Adams, Marshfield Hills General Store, 165 Prospect Street, for the North River Arts Festival on May 25 and May 26, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. pending sign-off by the Police Department and a copy of liquor liability insurance.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve an outdoor temporary wine and malt license for Tish Adams, Marshfield Hills General Store, 165 Prospect Street, for the North River Arts Festival on May 25 and May 26, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. pending sign-off by the Police Department and a copy of liquor liability insurance. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve an outdoor temporary wine and malt license for Paul Schiele, 42nd Parallel Brewing Company, for a beer garden at 25 Dyke Road on May 25, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. contingent on a...
To approve an outdoor temporary wine and malt license for Paul Schiele, 42nd Parallel Brewing Company, for a beer garden at 25 Dyke Road on May 25, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. contingent on a positive recommendation from the Police Department and proof of liquor liability insurance. Applicant must maintain a buffer between roped off area and street to allow for pedestrian traffic.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve an outdoor temporary wine and malt license for Paul Schiele, 42nd Parallel Brewing Company, for a beer garden at 25 Dyke Road on May 25, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. contingent on a positive recommendation from the Police Department and proof of liquor liability insurance. Applicant must maintain a buffer between roped off area and street to allow for pedestrian traffic. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve an outdoor temporary entertainment license for Paul Schiele, 42nd Parallel Brewing Company, at the beer garden at 25 Dyke Road on May 25, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. contingent on...
To approve an outdoor temporary entertainment license for Paul Schiele, 42nd Parallel Brewing Company, at the beer garden at 25 Dyke Road on May 25, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. contingent on a positive recommendation from the Police Department.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve an outdoor temporary entertainment license for Paul Schiele, 42nd Parallel Brewing Company, at the beer garden at 25 Dyke Road on May 25, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. contingent on a positive recommendation from the Police Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve five (5) temporary outdoor liquor licenses for Jack Griffin, Historic Winslow House Association, 634 Careswell Street for fundraising events on June 9, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00...
To approve five (5) temporary outdoor liquor licenses for Jack Griffin, Historic Winslow House Association, 634 Careswell Street for fundraising events on June 9, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.; June 21, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.; July 19, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.; August 16, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.; and October 4, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. pending a positive recommendation from the Police Department and proof of liquor liability insurance.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve five (5) temporary outdoor liquor licenses for Jack Griffin, Historic Winslow House Association, 634 Careswell Street for fundraising events on June 9, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.; June 21, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.; July 19, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.; August 16, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.; and October 4, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. pending a positive recommendation from the Police Department and proof of liquor liability insurance. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve four temporary outdoor entertainment licenses for Vicki Lynch, President of the Friends of the Marshfield Animal Shelter Inc. for fundraising events to be held in the Rexhame Beach parking...
To approve four temporary outdoor entertainment licenses for Vicki Lynch, President of the Friends of the Marshfield Animal Shelter Inc. for fundraising events to be held in the Rexhame Beach parking lot on June 8, 2024 (rain date June 21), July 13, 2024 (rain date July 20), August 3, 2024 (rain date August 10) and September 7, 2024 (rain date September 13) from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Entertainment to include dancing by patrons, live music and amplification. Approval is contingent on positive recommendations from the Police, Fire and Beach Departments.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve four temporary outdoor entertainment licenses for Vicki Lynch, President of the Friends of the Marshfield Animal Shelter Inc. for fundraising events to be held in the Rexhame Beach parking lot on June 8, 2024 (rain date June 21), July 13, 2024 (rain date July 20), August 3, 2024 (rain date August 10) and September 7, 2024 (rain date September 13) from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Entertainment to include dancing by patrons, live music and amplification. Approval is contingent on positive recommendations from the Police, Fire and Beach Departments. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Declare the broken desks in the Veterans Services office as surplus for destruction
To declare the broken desks in the Veterans Services office as surplus for destruction.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to declare the broken desks in the Veterans Services office as surplus for destruction. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept the following donations to Veterans Services to be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or the financial needs of our veterans and their dependents. $50 from Susan...
To accept the following donations to Veterans Services to be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or the financial needs of our veterans and their dependents. $50 from Susan Sloane $100 from David and Mary Murray in memory of Justine Murray $200 from the American Legion Post 88 $250 from the Korean War Veterans Association $500 from the Koran War Veterans Association $500 from the Good Neighbor Fund
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept the following donations to Veterans Services to be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or the financial needs of our veterans and their dependents. $50 from Susan Sloane $100 from David and Mary Murray in memory of Justine Murray $200 from the American Legion Post 88 $250 from the Korean War Veterans Association $500 from the Koran War Veterans Association $500 from the Good Neighbor Fund The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept two donations from Michael Maresco, one in the amount of $89.35 for refreshments for the volunteers who worked to clean trails on Earth Day and the second in the amount of $71.88 for the...
To accept two donations from Michael Maresco, one in the amount of $89.35 for refreshments for the volunteers who worked to clean trails on Earth Day and the second in the amount of $71.88 for the Earth Day reception following the tree plantings at Town Hall.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept two donations from Michael Maresco, one in the amount of $89.35 for refreshments for the volunteers who worked to clean trails on Earth Day and the second in the amount of $71.88 for the Earth Day reception following the tree plantings at Town Hall. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the request from Bill Selvitelle to hold free yoga classes at Green Harbor Beach on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. during the summer months
To approve the request from Bill Selvitelle to hold free yoga classes at Green Harbor Beach on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. during the summer months.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the request from Bill Selvitelle to hold free yoga classes at Green Harbor Beach on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. during the summer months. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the request of Boy Scout Troop 424 to change the date of their recycling drive in the Town Hall parking lot from June 1, 2024 to June 8, 2024
To approve the request of Boy Scout Troop 424 to change the date of their recycling drive in the Town Hall parking lot from June 1, 2024 to June 8, 2024.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the request of Boy Scout Troop 424 to change the date of their recycling drive in the Town Hall parking lot from June 1, 2024 to June 8, 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept the minutes of April 22, 2024 as written
To accept the minutes of April 22, 2024 as written.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept the minutes of April 22, 2024 as written. The vote was unanimous. Roll call vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Adjourn the meeting at 9:40 p.m.
To adjourn the meeting at 9:40 p.m.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to adjourn the meeting at 9:40 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
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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