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April 14, 2025
21 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Lynne E. Fidler, Stephen R. Darcy, Eric S. Kelley
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the meeting at 5:35p.m
To open the meeting at 5:35p.m.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to open the meeting at 5:35p.m. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Enter executive session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes of the Select Board from January 1, 2019 until the present concerning the fire department for potential release...
To enter executive session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes of the Select Board from January 1, 2019 until the present concerning the fire department for potential release pursuant to Mass. Gen. L. c. 30A sec. 22(g)(1); and further, to enter executive session for the purpose of conducting collective bargaining (and a request to discuss an advance of sick leave) with Marshfield Firefighters Union, Local 2568; and further, to conduct contract discussions with non-union personnel, to wit: Town Administrator, and to return to open session at the conclusion of the executive session.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to enter executive session to review and approve executive session meeting minutes of the Select Board from January 1, 2019 until the present concerning the fire department for potential release pursuant to Mass. Gen. L. c. 30A sec. 22(g)(1); and further, to enter executive session for the purpose of conducting collective bargaining (and a request to discuss an advance of sick leave) with Marshfield Firefighters Union, Local 2568; and further, to conduct contract discussions with non-union personnel, to wit: Town Administrator, and to return to open session at the conclusion of the executive session. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Return to open session
To return to open session.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to return to open session. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the separation agreement
To approve the separation agreement.
Yes: Darcy, FidlerNo: Kelley
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the separation agreement. The vote was 2:1 (Ms. Fidler: aye; Mr. Darcy: aye; Mr. Kelley: nay)..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve Peter Morin as Interim Town Administrator and Temporary Procurement Officer for period of up to four months on the terms and conditions of the Town Charter
To approve Peter Morin as Interim Town Administrator and Temporary Procurement Officer for period of up to four months on the terms and conditions of the Town Charter.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve Peter Morin as Interim Town Administrator and Temporary Procurement Officer for period of up to four months on the terms and conditions of the Town Charter. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the seasonal beach hires submitted by the Marshfield Beaches
To approve the seasonal beach hires submitted by the Marshfield Beaches.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the seasonal beach hires submitted by the Marshfield Beaches. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the annual Assistant Harbormasters and Shellfish Constables submitted by the Marshfield Harbormaster
To approve the annual Assistant Harbormasters and Shellfish Constables submitted by the Marshfield Harbormaster.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the annual Assistant Harbormasters and Shellfish Constables submitted by the Marshfield Harbormaster. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the disclosures filed by Mr. Van Kauwenberg and agree that the financial interest in the hangar is not so substantial to affect the integrity of the services expected from Paul Van...
To approve the disclosures filed by Mr. Van Kauwenberg and agree that the financial interest in the hangar is not so substantial to affect the integrity of the services expected from Paul Van Kauwenberg as an Airport Commissioner.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the disclosures filed by Mr. Van Kauwenberg and agree that the financial interest in the hangar is not so substantial to affect the integrity of the services expected from Paul Van Kauwenberg as an Airport Commissioner. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept and endorse the deed from Titan Premier Homes, Inc. to the Town of Marshfield for Lot 1 Adelaide Way
To accept and endorse the deed from Titan Premier Homes, Inc. to the Town of Marshfield for Lot 1 Adelaide Way.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to accept and endorse the deed from Titan Premier Homes, Inc. to the Town of Marshfield for Lot 1 Adelaide Way. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve and endorse a Licensing Agreement with Eversource for 1837 Ocean Street until the Town is able to grant Eversource a permanent easement at the Fall 2025 Special Town Meeting
To approve and endorse a Licensing Agreement with Eversource for 1837 Ocean Street until the Town is able to grant Eversource a permanent easement at the Fall 2025 Special Town Meeting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve and endorse a Licensing Agreement with Eversource for 1837 Ocean Street until the Town is able to grant Eversource a permanent easement at the Fall 2025 Special Town Meeting. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Renew the annual earth removal permit for Biagini, Inc. at parcel F12-02-02
To renew the annual earth removal permit for Biagini, Inc. at parcel F12-02-02.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to renew the annual earth removal permit for Biagini, Inc. at parcel F12-02-02. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve a contract for Project Management Services for the Martinson School Roof Project
To approve a contract for Project Management Services for the Martinson School Roof Project.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve a contract for Project Management Services for the Martinson School Roof Project. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Grant permission for 6 months for a temporary trailer to be used for shelter at 247 Spring Street during the construction of a new home
To grant permission for 6 months for a temporary trailer to be used for shelter at 247 Spring Street during the construction of a new home.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to grant permission for 6 months for a temporary trailer to be used for shelter at 247 Spring Street during the construction of a new home. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the placement of temporary signs by Seaside Gardeners relating to a plant sale on May 17, 2025
To approve the placement of temporary signs by Seaside Gardeners relating to a plant sale on May 17, 2025.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the placement of temporary signs by Seaside Gardeners relating to a plant sale on May 17, 2025. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Waive all municipal Building Department fees associated with any work on the Town owned home/property at 80 Union Street
To waive all municipal Building Department fees associated with any work on the Town owned home/property at 80 Union Street.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to waive all municipal Building Department fees associated with any work on the Town owned home/property at 80 Union Street. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Waive all municipal Building Department fees associated with any work on the Town owned property at 325 Standish Street (Snack Bar/Bathhouse)
To waive all municipal Building Department fees associated with any work on the Town owned property at 325 Standish Street (Snack Bar/Bathhouse).
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to waive all municipal Building Department fees associated with any work on the Town owned property at 325 Standish Street (Snack Bar/Bathhouse). The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Approve the Annual Peddler's License for D&L Concessions, LLC for Mini Donut Bites Food Truck
To approve the Annual Peddler's License for D&L Concessions, LLC for Mini Donut Bites Food Truck.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the Annual Peddler's License for D&L Concessions, LLC for Mini Donut Bites Food Truck. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Grant South Shore Race Management permission to use the parking lot at Dribeek Way and Town Pier Parking Lot for parking associated with the May 17, 2025 Beach & Back 5K and Half Marathon from the...
To grant South Shore Race Management permission to use the parking lot at Dribeek Way and Town Pier Parking Lot for parking associated with the May 17, 2025 Beach & Back 5K and Half Marathon from the hours of 6:00am to 12:00pm.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to grant South Shore Race Management permission to use the parking lot at Dribeek Way and Town Pier Parking Lot for parking associated with the May 17, 2025 Beach & Back 5K and Half Marathon from the hours of 6:00am to 12:00pm. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept the donation of $100.00 donated by Karan Sheldon and Robert Jones on behalf of the Town for the Ventress Library
To accept the donation of $100.00 donated by Karan Sheldon and Robert Jones on behalf of the Town for the Ventress Library.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to accept the donation of $100.00 donated by Karan Sheldon and Robert Jones on behalf of the Town for the Ventress Library. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Accept the donations of $100.00 from Henry and Eileen Briones; $200.00 from Fidelity Investments, in memory of Thomas Merigan; $100.00 from Judi Fish, in memory of Edwin Sullivan; and $100.00 from...
To accept the donations of $100.00 from Henry and Eileen Briones; $200.00 from Fidelity Investments, in memory of Thomas Merigan; $100.00 from Judi Fish, in memory of Edwin Sullivan; and $100.00 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to accept the donations of $100.00 from Henry and Eileen Briones; $200.00 from Fidelity Investments, in memory of Thomas Merigan; $100.00 from Judi Fish, in memory of Edwin Sullivan; and $100.00 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon. The vote was 3:0..” (Motion: Fidler, second: Darcy)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fidler moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to adjourn the meeting. The vote was 3:0..” (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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