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Marshfield Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting

June 3, 2024

21 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Lynne E. Fidler, Stephen R. Darcy, Eric S. Kelley

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

“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)

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

Name Douae Naji as an Honorary Citizen of the Town of Marshfield

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To name Douae Naji as an Honorary Citizen of the Town of Marshfield.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to name Douae Naji as an Honorary Citizen of the Town of Marshfield. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Approve the request of Jack McDonald for one "Welcome to Marshfield" sign under the Zoning Bylaws Ch. 35, Section 7.02B(3) General Sign Regulations

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request of Jack McDonald for one "Welcome to Marshfield" sign under the Zoning Bylaws Ch. 35, Section 7.02B(3) General Sign Regulations. Signs which welcome travelers to the Town of Marshfield and which are owned or installed by the Board of Public Works may be erected on public ways and traffic islands at the entrances to the Town by said Board, with the approval of the Select Board, after receiving a permit therefor from the Building Commissioner/Zoning Enforcement Officer. Such signs shall not exceed 24 square feet in surface area per side and shall be erected so that no portion of the sign is over eight feet above the ground level beneath the sign. Such signs shall contain no more than three colors and shall not be illuminated.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the request of Jack McDonald for one "Welcome to Marshfield" sign under the Zoning Bylaws Ch. 35, Section 7.02B(3) General Sign Regulations. Signs which welcome travelers to the Town of Marshfield and which are owned or installed by the Board of Public Works may be erected on public ways and traffic islands at the entrances to the Town by said Board, with the approval of the Select Board, after receiving a permit therefor from the Building Commissioner/Zoning Enforcement Officer. Such signs shall not exceed 24 square feet in surface area per side and shall be erected so that no portion of the sign is over eight feet above the ground level beneath the sign. Such signs shall contain no more than three colors and shall not be illuminated. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the hiring of Rachel Murphy, Andrew Braithwaite and Abigail Dowling for the upcoming beach season

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the hiring of Rachel Murphy, Andrew Braithwaite and Abigail Dowling for the upcoming beach season.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the hiring of Rachel Murphy, Andrew Braithwaite and Abigail Dowling for the upcoming beach season. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Grant a temporary outside wine & malt beverages license to Michael Snowdale, Stellwagen Beer Company for a beer truck at Green Harbor Lobster Pound, 131 Beach Street from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m....

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To grant a temporary outside wine & malt beverages license to Michael Snowdale, Stellwagen Beer Company for a beer truck at Green Harbor Lobster Pound, 131 Beach Street from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: June 18 and 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, August 6, 13 and 20, pending positive recommendations from the Police and Fire Departments and proof of liquor liability insurance naming the Town of Marshfield as additional insured.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to grant a temporary outside wine & malt beverages license to Michael Snowdale, Stellwagen Beer Company for a beer truck at Green Harbor Lobster Pound, 131 Beach Street from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: June 18 and 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, August 6, 13 and 20, pending positive recommendations from the Police and Fire Departments and proof of liquor liability insurance naming the Town of Marshfield as additional insured. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Grant a temporary outside all alcoholic beverages license to Carlton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural and Horticultural Society, for the annual Levitate Music Festival on July 5, 6 and 7, 2024...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To grant a temporary outside all alcoholic beverages license to Carlton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural and Horticultural Society, for the annual Levitate Music Festival on July 5, 6 and 7, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, pending positive recommendations from the Police and Fire Departments and proof of liquor liability insurance naming the Town of Marshfield as additional insured.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to grant a temporary outside all alcoholic beverages license to Carlton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural and Horticultural Society, for the annual Levitate Music Festival on July 5, 6 and 7, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, pending positive recommendations from the Police and Fire Departments and proof of liquor liability insurance naming the Town of Marshfield as additional insured. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Grant a temporary outside entertainment license to Daniel Hassett for the Levitate Music Festival at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on July 5, 6 and 7, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. daily,...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To grant a temporary outside entertainment license to Daniel Hassett for the Levitate Music Festival at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on July 5, 6 and 7, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. daily, pending positive recommendations from the Police, Fire and Building Departments.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to grant a temporary outside entertainment license to Daniel Hassett for the Levitate Music Festival at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on July 5, 6 and 7, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. daily, pending positive recommendations from the Police, Fire and Building Departments. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Grant a temporary outside all alcoholic beverages license to Carlton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural and Horticultural Society, for the Marshfield Fair from August 16 through August 25, 2024...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To grant a temporary outside all alcoholic beverages license to Carlton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural and Horticultural Society, for the Marshfield Fair from August 16 through August 25, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. daily at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, pending positive recommendations from the Police and Fire Departments and proof of liquor liability insurance naming the Town of Marshfield as additional insured.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to grant a temporary outside all alcoholic beverages license to Carlton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural and Horticultural Society, for the Marshfield Fair from August 16 through August 25, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. daily at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, pending positive recommendations from the Police and Fire Departments and proof of liquor liability insurance naming the Town of Marshfield as additional insured. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Grant a temporary outside entertainment license to Carlton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural & Horticultural Society for the Marshfield Fair at the Marshfield Fairgrounds from August 16 through...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To grant a temporary outside entertainment license to Carlton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural & Horticultural Society for the Marshfield Fair at the Marshfield Fairgrounds from August 16 through August 25, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. daily, pending positive recommendations from the Police, Fire and Building Departments.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to grant a temporary outside entertainment license to Carlton Chandler, Marshfield Agricultural & Horticultural Society for the Marshfield Fair at the Marshfield Fairgrounds from August 16 through August 25, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. daily, pending positive recommendations from the Police, Fire and Building Departments. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Approve temporary common victualler licenses for the businesses listed above and any other businesses who apply, contingent on receiving the necessary paperwork and fee and approval by the Board...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve temporary common victualler licenses for the businesses listed above and any other businesses who apply, contingent on receiving the necessary paperwork and fee and approval by the Board of Health.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve temporary common victualler licenses for the businesses listed above and any other businesses who apply, contingent on receiving the necessary paperwork and fee and approval by the Board of Health. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Grant an annual Peddlers License to Kris Dente of Shrewsbury for Trolley Dogs for the softball tournament taking place on June 14 through June 16, 2024 and any other events in the Town of...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To grant an annual Peddlers License to Kris Dente of Shrewsbury for Trolley Dogs for the softball tournament taking place on June 14 through June 16, 2024 and any other events in the Town of Marshfield with permission of the event organizer, pending positive recommendations from the Police Department and Board of Health.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to grant an annual Peddlers License to Kris Dente of Shrewsbury for Trolley Dogs for the softball tournament taking place on June 14 through June 16, 2024 and any other events in the Town of Marshfield with permission of the event organizer, pending positive recommendations from the Police Department and Board of Health. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Grant an annual Peddlers License to Nichola Escoto of Westwood for Flying Boar Kitchen & Catering to serve Neapolitan style pizza and Dominican empanadas at Stellwagen Beer Company on Fridays May...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To grant an annual Peddlers License to Nichola Escoto of Westwood for Flying Boar Kitchen & Catering to serve Neapolitan style pizza and Dominican empanadas at Stellwagen Beer Company on Fridays May 24 and June 21 from 4:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays July 20 and July 27 from 12:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. and at other events in the Town of Marshfield with permission of the event organizer, pending positive recommendations from the Police Department and Board of Health.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to grant an annual Peddlers License to Nichola Escoto of Westwood for Flying Boar Kitchen & Catering to serve Neapolitan style pizza and Dominican empanadas at Stellwagen Beer Company on Fridays May 24 and June 21 from 4:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays July 20 and July 27 from 12:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. and at other events in the Town of Marshfield with permission of the event organizer, pending positive recommendations from the Police Department and Board of Health. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Grant an annual common victualler license to Thomas Holloway and Brian Schwanke, The Early Bird Restaurant Group LLC dba the Mug, with hours of operation Tuesday through Sunday from 7:00 a.m....

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To grant an annual common victualler license to Thomas Holloway and Brian Schwanke, The Early Bird Restaurant Group LLC dba the Mug, with hours of operation Tuesday through Sunday from 7:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., pending positive recommendations from the Building Department, Board of Health and Collector's Office.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to grant an annual common victualler license to Thomas Holloway and Brian Schwanke, The Early Bird Restaurant Group LLC dba the Mug, with hours of operation Tuesday through Sunday from 7:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., pending positive recommendations from the Building Department, Board of Health and Collector's Office. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Waive the commercial building permit fee on behalf of Paul Williams for the construction of a new accessible ramp at the South River School

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To waive the commercial building permit fee on behalf of Paul Williams for the construction of a new accessible ramp at the South River School.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to waive the commercial building permit fee on behalf of Paul Williams for the construction of a new accessible ramp at the South River School. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Approve these commercial parking permits to park cars on private property during events at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, permits valid through June 30, 2025 and contingent on receipt of application...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve these commercial parking permits to park cars on private property during events at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, permits valid through June 30, 2025 and contingent on receipt of application and fee and sign off from the Collector's office.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve these commercial parking permits to park cars on private property during events at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, permits valid through June 30, 2025 and contingent on receipt of application and fee and sign off from the Collector's office. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Accept a donation of $500 from Fidelity Investments in memory of Thomas Merigan, to be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or food insecurity needs of veterans and their...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept a donation of $500 from Fidelity Investments in memory of Thomas Merigan, to be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or food insecurity needs of veterans and their dependents.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept a donation of $500 from Fidelity Investments in memory of Thomas Merigan, to be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or food insecurity needs of veterans and their dependents. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Renew the annual Earth Removal Permit for Dana Biagini, Biagini Inc. at parcel F12-02-02, Eames Way

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To renew the annual Earth Removal Permit for Dana Biagini, Biagini Inc. at parcel F12-02-02, Eames Way.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to renew the annual Earth Removal Permit for Dana Biagini, Biagini Inc. at parcel F12-02-02, Eames Way. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Approve the request from the Molly Fund to use the Town Green for two movie nights: Elemental on July 12, 2024 (rain date July 13) and Despicable Me 3 on August 9, 2024 (rain date August 10),...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request from the Molly Fund to use the Town Green for two movie nights: Elemental on July 12, 2024 (rain date July 13) and Despicable Me 3 on August 9, 2024 (rain date August 10), pending sign off by the Police Department and Historical Commission.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the request from the Molly Fund to use the Town Green for two movie nights: Elemental on July 12, 2024 (rain date July 13) and Despicable Me 3 on August 9, 2024 (rain date August 10), pending sign off by the Police Department and Historical Commission. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Reappoint the aforementioned list of individuals for three year terms expiring on June 30, 2027

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To reappoint the aforementioned list of individuals for three year terms expiring on June 30, 2027.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to reappoint the aforementioned list of individuals for three year terms expiring on June 30, 2027. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Reappoint the aforementioned list of individuals for one year terms expiring on June 30, 2025

Minutes, page 6

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To reappoint the aforementioned list of individuals for one year terms expiring on June 30, 2025.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to reappoint the aforementioned list of individuals for one year terms expiring on June 30, 2025. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m.

Minutes, page 6

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

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