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October 7, 2024
24 recorded votes, 4 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 6:03 p.m.
To open the meeting at 6:03 p.m.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to open the meeting at 6:03 p.m. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Go into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) to discuss strategy relating to collective bargaining and to conduct collective bargaining – to hear a grievance or grievances filed...
To go into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) to discuss strategy relating to collective bargaining and to conduct collective bargaining – to hear a grievance or grievances filed by AFSMCE Local 1700, Clerical Unit, returning to public session at the conclusion of the Executive Session.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to go into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) to discuss strategy relating to collective bargaining and to conduct collective bargaining – to hear a grievance or grievances filed by AFSMCE Local 1700, Clerical Unit, returning to public session at the conclusion of the Executive Session. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Close the Executive Session at 6:35 p.m. and return to open session
To close the Executive Session at 6:35 p.m. and return to open session.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to close the Executive Session at 6:35 p.m. and return to open session. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution's request use Rexhame Beach for their project, pending the signing of a licensing agreement that will address the use of electric power and how it...
To approve the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution's request use Rexhame Beach for their project, pending the signing of a licensing agreement that will address the use of electric power and how it will be funded, approval and other requirements of the Conservation Commission and permits obtained from the ZBA and the Building Department.
Yes: Darcy, FidlerNo: Kelley
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution's request use Rexhame Beach for their project, pending the signing of a licensing agreement that will address the use of electric power and how it will be funded, approval and other requirements of the Conservation Commission and permits obtained from the ZBA and the Building Department. The vote was 2:1. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – nay..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Support the proposal for the Marshfield High School Ballfield Improvements as presented, pending all appropriate signoffs from the schools and other departments, and application for and securing...
To support the proposal for the Marshfield High School Ballfield Improvements as presented, pending all appropriate signoffs from the schools and other departments, and application for and securing of all necessary permits.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to support the proposal for the Marshfield High School Ballfield Improvements as presented, pending all appropriate signoffs from the schools and other departments, and application for and securing of all necessary permits. The vote was unanimous Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Not to take any further action regarding the new complaint because the actions do not rise to a level that would require the removal of an elected member of the Marshfield Housing Authority
Not to take any further action regarding the new complaint because the actions do not rise to a level that would require the removal of an elected member of the Marshfield Housing Authority.
Yes: Fidler, KelleyNo: Darcy
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, not to take any further action regarding the new complaint because the actions do not rise to a level that would require the removal of an elected member of the Marshfield Housing Authority. The vote was 2:1. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – nay; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Award the contract for the South River Fish Passage and Veterans Memorial Park Improvements to the lowest qualified and responsive bidder, Flynn Enterprise Inc. of Raynham Massachusetts, in an...
To award the contract for the South River Fish Passage and Veterans Memorial Park Improvements to the lowest qualified and responsive bidder, Flynn Enterprise Inc. of Raynham Massachusetts, in an amount not to exceed $1,602,000.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to award the contract for the South River Fish Passage and Veterans Memorial Park Improvements to the lowest qualified and responsive bidder, Flynn Enterprise Inc. of Raynham Massachusetts, in an amount not to exceed $1,602,000. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Appoint Steve Grable to the Airport Commission for a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2027, replacing Robert Reilly whose term expired on June 30, 2024
To appoint Steve Grable to the Airport Commission for a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2027, replacing Robert Reilly whose term expired on June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to appoint Steve Grable to the Airport Commission for a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2027, replacing Robert Reilly whose term expired on June 30, 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Appoint Ian Hughes to the Airport Commission for a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2027, replacing David Suffredini whose term expired on June 30, 2024
To appoint Ian Hughes to the Airport Commission for a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2027, replacing David Suffredini whose term expired on June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to appoint Ian Hughes to the Airport Commission for a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2027, replacing David Suffredini whose term expired on June 30, 2024. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Appoint Kaileigh Jarvis to the Agricultural Commission for a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2026
To appoint Kaileigh Jarvis to the Agricultural Commission for a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to appoint Kaileigh Jarvis to the Agricultural Commission for a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2026. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept a donation in the amount of $147.30 from Michael and Kathleen Maresco for flowers and pumpkins at the entrance to Town Hall
To accept a donation in the amount of $147.30 from Michael and Kathleen Maresco for flowers and pumpkins at the entrance to Town Hall.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept a donation in the amount of $147.30 from Michael and Kathleen Maresco for flowers and pumpkins at the entrance to 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 of Nannette Parziale, Original Brant Rock Village Association, to hang a 6' by 2.5' vinyl banner on the white pergola on the Brant Rock Esplanade to advertise their annual...
To approve the request of Nannette Parziale, Original Brant Rock Village Association, to hang a 6' by 2.5' vinyl banner on the white pergola on the Brant Rock Esplanade to advertise their annual Turkey Trot from October 7, 2024 through the event on November 30, 2024, pending approval of a sign permit from the Building Department.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the request of Nannette Parziale, Original Brant Rock Village Association, to hang a 6' by 2.5' vinyl banner on the white pergola on the Brant Rock Esplanade to advertise their annual Turkey Trot from October 7, 2024 through the event on November 30, 2024, pending approval of a sign permit from the Building Department. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept a donation on behalf of the Council on Aging from Kevin and Paula O'Donnell in the amount of $2,000.00
To accept a donation on behalf of the Council on Aging from Kevin and Paula O'Donnell in the amount of $2,000.00. The funds will be deposited into the COA gift account to be used to provide services and programs for seniors.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept a donation on behalf of the Council on Aging from Kevin and Paula O'Donnell in the amount of $2,000.00. The funds will be deposited into the COA gift account to be used to provide services and programs for seniors. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept a donation on behalf of the Animal Control Officer from Josselyn Staffier in the amount of $100.00
To accept a donation on behalf of the Animal Control Officer from Josselyn Staffier in the amount of $100.00. The funds will be deposited into the donation account for the Animal Shelter and will be used to care for the animals at the shelter.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept a donation on behalf of the Animal Control Officer from Josselyn Staffier in the amount of $100.00. The funds will be deposited into the donation account for the Animal Shelter and will be used to care for the animals at the shelter. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept a donation on behalf of Veterans Services from Tiny and Sons Glass in the amount of $500
To accept a donation on behalf of Veterans Services from Tiny and Sons Glass in the amount of $500. The donation will be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or the financial needs of veterans and their dependents.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept a donation on behalf of Veterans Services from Tiny and Sons Glass in the amount of $500. The donation will be used to provide assistance for health and welfare, morale and/or the financial 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)
Approve "after the fact" a peddlers license for Camden Moya of Pembroke for Hardly Saints Donuts to operate a mobile food truck in the Town of Marshfield
To approve "after the fact" a peddlers license for Camden Moya of Pembroke for Hardly Saints Donuts to operate a mobile food truck in the Town of Marshfield. The license is subject to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts motor vehicle laws and the Town of Marshfield's zoning bylaws, pending signoff from the Police, Fire and Board of Health.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve "after the fact" a peddlers license for Camden Moya of Pembroke for Hardly Saints Donuts to operate a mobile food truck in the Town of Marshfield. The license is subject to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts motor vehicle laws and the Town of Marshfield's zoning bylaws, pending signoff from the Police, Fire and Board of Health. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve an outdoor one- day entertainment license for Emily Sullo of Abington, for a backyard wedding to take place at 168 Peregrine White Drive in Marshfield on October 12, 2024 from 3:00 p.m....
To approve an outdoor one- day entertainment license for Emily Sullo of Abington, for a backyard wedding to take place at 168 Peregrine White Drive in Marshfield on October 12, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. The entertainment will consist of dancing by patrons, amplification system, and recorded music for approximately 80 people. The neighbors have been notified, a tent will be used, and food will be served at the event, pending signoff from Police, Fire Board of Health and Building Department.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve an outdoor one- day entertainment license for Emily Sullo of Abington, for a backyard wedding to take place at 168 Peregrine White Drive in Marshfield on October 12, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. The entertainment will consist of dancing by patrons, amplification system, and recorded music for approximately 80 people. The neighbors have been notified, a tent will be used, and food will be served at the event, pending signoff from Police, Fire 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)
Approve the request of Cyndee Marcoux, Library Director, to declare the aforementioned items as surplus for destruction or donation
To approve the request of Cyndee Marcoux, Library Director, to declare the aforementioned items as surplus for destruction or donation.
Yes: Darcy, FidlerNo: Kelley
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the request of Cyndee Marcoux, Library Director, to declare the aforementioned items as surplus for destruction or donation. The vote was 2:1 Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – nay..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the request of Shaun Strobel to declare these items as surplus for disposal or donation
To approve the request of Shaun Strobel to declare these items as surplus for disposal or donation.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the request of Shaun Strobel to declare these items as surplus for disposal or donation. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve Common Victualler licenses for the aforementioned food trucks for the Flannel Jam Music Festival that will take place at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 12:00...
To approve Common Victualler licenses for the aforementioned food trucks for the Flannel Jam Music Festival that will take place at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Applications have been submitted and the fees have been paid and these businesses are in the process of obtaining their food handlers permits from the Board of Health, pending approval of Police and Fire.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve Common Victualler licenses for the aforementioned food trucks for the Flannel Jam Music Festival that will take place at the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Applications have been submitted and the fees have been paid and these businesses are in the process of obtaining their food handlers permits from the Board of Health, pending approval of Police and Fire. The vote was unanimous. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – aye..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Reappoint Larry Keane, Grover Hensley and Mack Brothers (Associate Member) to the Zoning Board of Appeals for three-year terms expiring on June 30, 2027
To reappoint Larry Keane, Grover Hensley and Mack Brothers (Associate Member) to the Zoning Board of Appeals for three-year terms expiring on June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to reappoint Larry Keane, Grover Hensley and Mack Brothers (Associate Member) to the Zoning Board of Appeals 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)
Authorize and consent to the Marshfield Affordable Housing Trust to purchase the MHOP property located at 115 Revere Street on terms acceptable to the Trust and in accordance with the Affordable...
To authorize and consent to the Marshfield Affordable Housing Trust to purchase the MHOP property located at 115 Revere Street on terms acceptable to the Trust and in accordance with the Affordable Housing Rider to preserve the affordability according to the formula.
Yes: Darcy, FidlerNo: Kelley
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to authorize and consent to the Marshfield Affordable Housing Trust to purchase the MHOP property located at 115 Revere Street on terms acceptable to the Trust and in accordance with the Affordable Housing Rider to preserve the affordability according to the formula. The vote was 2:1. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – nay..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept the minutes of September 23, 2024 as written
To accept the minutes of September 23, 2024 as written.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept the minutes of September 23, 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 9:05 p.m.
To adjourn the meeting at 9:05 p.m.
From the minutes
“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to adjourn the meeting at 9:05 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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