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Marshfield Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting

November 4, 2024

19 recorded votes, 1 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)

Approve the change of name of the parent company from Roche Bros

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the change of name of the parent company from Roche Bros. Supermarket Co. to Roche Bros Midco LLC. Roche Bros Midco LLC has no officers and is member managed by Roche Bros Holdco, Inc. Roche Bros Holdco has been added as the parent company of Roche Bros Midco LLC and the Grandparent Company of the Licensee.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the change of name of the parent company from Roche Bros. Supermarket Co. to Roche Bros Midco LLC. Roche Bros Midco LLC has no officers and is member managed by Roche Bros Holdco, Inc. Roche Bros Holdco has been added as the parent company of Roche Bros Midco LLC and the Grandparent Company of the Licensee. 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 change of ownership interest and change of stock interest requested by RBSBW, Inc. to change beneficial interest at Level 4 of the structure chart. 48.01% will be transferred to...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the change of ownership interest and change of stock interest requested by RBSBW, Inc. to change beneficial interest at Level 4 of the structure chart. 48.01% will be transferred to Michael A. Bozutto and 3.00% to the Bozutto's Employee profit sharing and stock ownership trust. These shares will be transferred from other entities currently situated at Level 4.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the change of ownership interest and change of stock interest requested by RBSBW, Inc. to change beneficial interest at Level 4 of the structure chart. 48.01% will be transferred to Michael A. Bozutto and 3.00% to the Bozutto's Employee profit sharing and stock ownership trust. These shares will be transferred from other entities currently situated at Level 4. 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)

Reopen the Special Town Meeting warrant to insert an article

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To reopen the Special Town Meeting warrant to insert an article.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to reopen the Special Town Meeting warrant to insert an article. 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)

Add an article to the warrant for the December 16, 2024 Special Town Meeting, to fund the Feasibility and Schematic Design and OPM in the amount of $1,050,000 for the Martinson School roof project...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 2–1

To add an article to the warrant for the December 16, 2024 Special Town Meeting, to fund the Feasibility and Schematic Design and OPM in the amount of $1,050,000 for the Martinson School roof project approved by the MSBA on October 30, 2024.

Yes: Darcy, FidlerNo: Kelley

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to add an article to the warrant for the December 16, 2024 Special Town Meeting, to fund the Feasibility and Schematic Design and OPM in the amount of $1,050,000 for the Martinson School roof project approved by the MSBA on October 30, 2024. The vote was 2:1. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Fidler – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Mr. Kelley – nay..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Close the Town Meeting warrant for the December 16, 2024 Special Town Meeting

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To close the Town Meeting warrant for the December 16, 2024 Special Town Meeting.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to close the Town Meeting warrant for the December 16, 2024 Special Town Meeting. 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)

Award a contract not to exceed $804,000 to SAFE Boat International for the purchase of a new SAFE Boat and associated equipment

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To award a contract not to exceed $804,000 to SAFE Boat International for the purchase of a new SAFE Boat and associated equipment. The purchase is being funded via a grant award of $603,000 approved on September 19, 2024 from FEMA's Port Security Grant Program, Department of Homeland Security Grant Program Award EMW- 2024-PU-05012. This boat is procured through GSA Contract #47 QSWA18DO05J, a 25% match of $201,000 from the Town of Marshfield will be funded by way of surplus of the current 2013 Harbormaster Vessel Unit 1.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to award a contract not to exceed $804,000 to SAFE Boat International for the purchase of a new SAFE Boat and associated equipment. The purchase is being funded via a grant award of $603,000 approved on September 19, 2024 from FEMA's Port Security Grant Program, Department of Homeland Security Grant Program Award EMW- 2024-PU-05012. This boat is procured through GSA Contract #47 QSWA18DO05J, a 25% match of $201,000 from the Town of Marshfield will be funded by way of surplus of the current 2013 Harbormaster Vessel Unit 1. 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)

Declare the Harbormaster Unit 1 31-foot SAFE boat and trailer as surplus

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To declare the Harbormaster Unit 1 31-foot SAFE boat and trailer as surplus.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to declare the Harbormaster Unit 1 31-foot SAFE boat and trailer as surplus. 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)

Appoint Amanda Davis to the Trustees of Ventress Memorial Library for the remainder of a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2027

Minutes, page 3

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint Amanda Davis to the Trustees of Ventress Memorial Library for the remainder of a three-year term expiring on June 30, 2027.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to appoint Amanda Davis to the Trustees of Ventress Memorial Library for the remainder of a three-year term 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 3 (PDF)

Table this until it is determined if the land would be under the care and custody of the Select Board or the Conservation Commission

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To table this until it is determined if the land would be under the care and custody of the Select Board or the Conservation Commission.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to table this until it is determined if the land would be under the care and custody of the Select Board or the Conservation Commission. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)

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

Sign the Intermunicipal Agreement for membership in the South Shore Recycling Cooperative through June 30, 2028

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To sign the Intermunicipal Agreement for membership in the South Shore Recycling Cooperative through June 30, 2028.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to sign the Intermunicipal Agreement for membership in the South Shore Recycling Cooperative through June 30, 2028. 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 "after the fact" a Peddlers License for Robert Tuzik of Norwell for Temperance, a food truck with hours of operation between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. as needed for events in the Town of...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve "after the fact" a Peddlers License for Robert Tuzik of Norwell for Temperance, a food truck with hours of operation between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. as needed for events in the Town of Marshfield. The applicant is subject to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Laws and the Town of Marshfield's Zoning Bylaws. The Temperance food truck has been approved by the Board of Health and Fire Department, and there are no issues with background check.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve "after the fact" a Peddlers License for Robert Tuzik of Norwell for Temperance, a food truck with hours of operation between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. as needed for events in the Town of Marshfield. The applicant is subject to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Laws and the Town of Marshfield's Zoning Bylaws. The Temperance food truck has been approved by the Board of Health and Fire Department, and there are no issues with background check. 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 a temporary indoor Wine and Malt license for Maureen Smith for the North River Arts Society Opening Preview Party at 157 Old Main Street on Friday November 8, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. until...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve a temporary indoor Wine and Malt license for Maureen Smith for the North River Arts Society Opening Preview Party at 157 Old Main Street on Friday November 8, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. pending sign off from the Marshfield Police, copy of liquor liability insurance naming the Town of Marshfield as additional insured and a copy of TIPS certification for all servers.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve a temporary indoor Wine and Malt license for Maureen Smith for the North River Arts Society Opening Preview Party at 157 Old Main Street on Friday November 8, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. pending sign off from the Marshfield Police, copy of liquor liability insurance naming the Town of Marshfield as additional insured and a copy of TIPS certification for all servers. 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 the request of Sherry Costello, on behalf of the Marshfield Real Estate Cooperative (MREC), to use the Town Hall lawn for their holiday tree display

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request of Sherry Costello, on behalf of the Marshfield Real Estate Cooperative (MREC), to use the Town Hall lawn for their holiday tree display. The trees will be on display from December 1, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The MREC will organize the installation and removal of the trees.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the request of Sherry Costello, on behalf of the Marshfield Real Estate Cooperative (MREC), to use the Town Hall lawn for their holiday tree display. The trees will be on display from December 1, 2024 through January 6, 2025. The MREC will organize the installation and removal of the trees. 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 the request of Nannette Parziale of the Original Brant Rock Village Association, to hold their 3rd annual Kickoff to Summer event on Saturday June 21, 2025 with a rain date of Sunday June...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the request of Nannette Parziale of the Original Brant Rock Village Association, to hold their 3rd annual Kickoff to Summer event on Saturday June 21, 2025 with a rain date of Sunday June 22, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on the Union Chapel lawn in Brant Rock with food trucks, music, car show, children's crafts and vendor tables, pending signoff from the Police, Fire, Board of Health and Building Department.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to approve the request of Nannette Parziale of the Original Brant Rock Village Association, to hold their 3rd annual Kickoff to Summer event on Saturday June 21, 2025 with a rain date of Sunday June 22, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on the Union Chapel lawn in Brant Rock with food trucks, music, car show, children's crafts and vendor tables, pending signoff from the 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)

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

Accept a donation on behalf of the Animal Control Officer from Michele Tedeschi in the amount of $300.00

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept a donation on behalf of the Animal Control Officer from Michele Tedeschi in the amount of $300.00. 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 Michele Tedeschi in the amount of $300.00. 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)

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

Accept the following donations on behalf of Veterans Services: $200 from Ms. Lisa King $100 from Mr. & Mrs. Rowell $100 from Mr. & Mrs. Collins $25 from Mr. & Mrs. Carey $1920 from the Friends of...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept the following donations on behalf of Veterans Services: $200 from Ms. Lisa King $100 from Mr. & Mrs. Rowell $100 from Mr. & Mrs. Collins $25 from Mr. & Mrs. Carey $1920 from the Friends of Peter Igo Park $180 from the Friends of Peter Igo Park $550 from Pickle Ball Tournament Fundraiser $50 from Janice Dayton The donations 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 the following donations on behalf of Veterans Services: $200 from Ms. Lisa King $100 from Mr. & Mrs. Rowell $100 from Mr. & Mrs. Collins $25 from Mr. & Mrs. Carey $1920 from the Friends of Peter Igo Park $180 from the Friends of Peter Igo Park $550 from Pickle Ball Tournament Fundraiser $50 from Janice Dayton The donations 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)

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

Accept the minutes of October 7, 2024 and October 21, 2024 as written

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To accept the minutes of October 7, 2024 and October 21, 2024 as written.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to accept the minutes of October 7, 2024 and October 21, 2024 as written. 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)

Adjourn the meeting at 8:50 p.m.

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To adjourn the meeting at 8:50 p.m.

From the minutes

“Lynne Fidler moved, seconded by Stephen Darcy, to adjourn the meeting at 8:50 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 5 (PDF)

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