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July 28, 2025
18 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Eric S. Kelley, Stephen R. Darcy, Patricia F. Simpson
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the meeting at 5:30p.m
To open the meeting at 5:30p.m.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to open the meeting at 5:30p.m. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation or potential litigation that is demonstrably likely where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the...
To go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation or potential litigation that is demonstrably likely where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares pursuant to Mass. Gen. L. c. 30A sec. 21(a)(3) to wit: Equitable Development v. Town of Marshfield; Town of Marshfield v. Comm. of MA and EOHLC and to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body pursuant to Mass. Gen. L. c. 30A sec. 21(a)(6) (property address withheld) and return to open session at the close of Executive Session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to go into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to pending litigation or potential litigation that is demonstrably likely where an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares pursuant to Mass. Gen. L. c. 30A sec. 21(a)(3) to wit: Equitable Development v. Town of Marshfield; Town of Marshfield v. Comm. of MA and EOHLC and to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body pursuant to Mass. Gen. L. c. 30A sec. 21(a)(6) (property address withheld) and return to open session at the close of Executive Session. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kelley – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Ms. Simpson – aye..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Close Executive Session and return to open session
To close Executive Session and return to open session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to close Executive Session and return to open session. The vote was 3:0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Kelley – aye; Mr. Darcy – aye; Ms. Simpson – aye..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Renew Peter Morin's contract until a successor has been hired and that Mr. Morin's work be limited to no more than 25 hours per week and that his rate of pay be reduced from $100.00 per hour to...
To renew Peter Morin's contract until a successor has been hired and that Mr. Morin's work be limited to no more than 25 hours per week and that his rate of pay be reduced from $100.00 per hour to $75.00 per hour and that in Mr. Morin's renewed contract there is a contingency that the Town will provide Mr. Morin with two weeks notice and/or Mr. Morin will provide the Town with two weeks notice when he resigns as Town Administrator.
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Ms. Simpson, to renew Peter Morin's contract until a successor has been hired and that Mr. Morin's work be limited to no more than 25 hours per week and that his rate of pay be reduced from $100.00 per hour to $75.00 per hour and that in Mr. Morin's renewed contract there is a contingency that the Town will provide Mr. Morin with two weeks notice and/or Mr. Morin will provide the Town with two weeks notice when he resigns as Town Administrator. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Simpson)
Approve the above motion as stated (borrowing vote read into the record by the Clerk)
To approve the motion as read.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the motion as read. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Authorize the removal of the Leader Bank ATM located at the Harbormaster Building at 100 Central Street
To authorize the removal of the Leader Bank ATM located at the Harbormaster Building at 100 Central Street.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to authorize the removal of the Leader Bank ATM located at the Harbormaster Building at 100 Central Street. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve the request of the Cultural Council to use the Town Green and Town Hall bathrooms for the annual Summer Concert Series on the following dates: Sunday, July 27, 2025 from 3:00pm – 7:00pm;...
To approve the request of the Cultural Council to use the Town Green and Town Hall bathrooms for the annual Summer Concert Series on the following dates: Sunday, July 27, 2025 from 3:00pm – 7:00pm; Sunday, August 3, 2025 from 3:00pm – 7:00pm; August 10, 2025 from 1:00pm – 8:00pm (with a rain date of August 17, 2025).
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the request of the Cultural Council to use the Town Green and Town Hall bathrooms for the annual Summer Concert Series on the following dates: Sunday, July 27, 2025 from 3:00pm – 7:00pm; Sunday, August 3, 2025 from 3:00pm – 7:00pm; August 10, 2025 from 1:00pm – 8:00pm (with a rain date of August 17, 2025). The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Accept and sign the Delegation Agreement for a Sole Assessment Center Between the Town of Marshfield Police Department and the Massachusetts Human Resources Division, stipulating that Peter Moran...
To accept and sign the Delegation Agreement for a Sole Assessment Center Between the Town of Marshfield Police Department and the Massachusetts Human Resources Division, stipulating that Peter Moran will be the Delegation Administrator.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to accept and sign the Delegation Agreement for a Sole Assessment Center Between the Town of Marshfield Police Department and the Massachusetts Human Resources Division, stipulating that Peter Moran will be the Delegation Administrator. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Accept and sign deeds granting the Town of Marshfield land situated on California Street, Lot G12-19-18, and Waltham Street, Lot G12-10-18, in Marshfield to be held under the care and custody of...
To accept and sign deeds granting the Town of Marshfield land situated on California Street, Lot G12-19-18, and Waltham Street, Lot G12-10-18, in Marshfield to be held under the care and custody of the Conservation Commission for open space and conservation purposes.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to accept and sign deeds granting the Town of Marshfield land situated on California Street, Lot G12-19-18, and Waltham Street, Lot G12-10-18, in Marshfield to be held under the care and custody of the Conservation Commission for open space and conservation purposes. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Appoint Kim Arouca to the Cultural Council for the remainder of a 3-year term
To appoint Kim Arouca to the Cultural Council for the remainder of a 3-year term.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to appoint Kim Arouca to the Cultural Council for the remainder of a 3-year term. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve the request of the Marshfield Hills General Store to hold a 5K "Run for the Hills" fun run on Monday, September 1, 2025 from 10:00am to 12:00pm; contingent on approval from the Marshfield...
To approve the request of the Marshfield Hills General Store to hold a 5K "Run for the Hills" fun run on Monday, September 1, 2025 from 10:00am to 12:00pm; contingent on approval from the Marshfield Police and Fire Departments.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the request of the Marshfield Hills General Store to hold a 5K "Run for the Hills" fun run on Monday, September 1, 2025 from 10:00am to 12:00pm; contingent on approval from the Marshfield Police and Fire Departments. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve a Temporary Entertainment License to Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off for live music and amplification system at the Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off, located at the Marshfield...
To approve a Temporary Entertainment License to Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off for live music and amplification system at the Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off, located at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main Street, on September 6, 2025 from 12:00pm to 7:00pm; contingent on approval from the Marshfield Police and Fire Departments.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve a Temporary Entertainment License to Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off for live music and amplification system at the Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off, located at the Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main Street, on September 6, 2025 from 12:00pm to 7:00pm; contingent on approval from the Marshfield Police and Fire Departments. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve a date change on the Temporary Wine and Malt Liquor License of Kathleen O'Connor of the Historic Winslow House Association for the 18th Century Tavern Night event at the Historic Winslow...
To approve a date change on the Temporary Wine and Malt Liquor License of Kathleen O'Connor of the Historic Winslow House Association for the 18th Century Tavern Night event at the Historic Winslow House, 634 Careswell Street, with the new date of August 2, 2025 from 6:00pm – 10:00pm.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve a date change on the Temporary Wine and Malt Liquor License of Kathleen O'Connor of the Historic Winslow House Association for the 18th Century Tavern Night event at the Historic Winslow House, 634 Careswell Street, with the new date of August 2, 2025 from 6:00pm – 10:00pm. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Grant permission for the Ventress Memorial Library to accept the following donations: $750.00 from the Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library, at the request of the McCarron family in memory of...
To grant permission for the Ventress Memorial Library to accept the following donations: $750.00 from the Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library, at the request of the McCarron family in memory of George McCarron, and $180.60 from the Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to grant permission for the Ventress Memorial Library to accept the following donations: $750.00 from the Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library, at the request of the McCarron family in memory of George McCarron, and $180.60 from the Friends of the Ventress Memorial Library. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Grant permission for Animal Control to accept the donation of $89.00 from the Recreation Department
To grant permission for Animal Control to accept the donation of $89.00 from the Recreation Department.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to grant permission for Animal Control to accept the donation of $89.00 from the Recreation Department. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Grant permission for Veterans Services to accept the following donations: $1,000.00 from Andrea Kindamo, in memory of her husband Anthony, and $50.00 from Mr. and Mrs. Richard Karr, in memory of...
To grant permission for Veterans Services to accept the following donations: $1,000.00 from Andrea Kindamo, in memory of her husband Anthony, and $50.00 from Mr. and Mrs. Richard Karr, in memory of Janine Murrary.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to grant permission for Veterans Services to accept the following donations: $1,000.00 from Andrea Kindamo, in memory of her husband Anthony, and $50.00 from Mr. and Mrs. Richard Karr, in memory of Janine Murrary. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Accept the Select Board Open Meeting minutes of June 30, 2025; July 10, 2025; and July 14, 2025, as written
To accept the Select Board Open Meeting minutes of June 30, 2025; July 10, 2025; and July 14, 2025, as written.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to accept the Select Board Open Meeting minutes of June 30, 2025; July 10, 2025; and July 14, 2025, as written. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to adjourn the meeting. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, 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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