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November 3, 2025
18 recorded votes, 2 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
Call the meeting to order
To call the meeting to order
From the minutes
“Chair Eric Kelley called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM. Motion seconded by Mr. Darcy and approved unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
That the Town of Marshfield continue to tax all classes at the same rate by adopting a factor of 1 and rejecting small commercial exemption, residential exemption and open space discount
That the Town of Marshfield continue to tax all classes at the same rate by adopting a factor of 1 and rejecting small commercial exemption, residential exemption and open space discount.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moves, seconded by Mr. Darcy that the Town of Marshfield continue to tax all classes at the same rate by adopting a factor of 1 and rejecting small commercial exemption, residential exemption and open space discount. Vote was unanimous – Motion passed..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Appoint Dupere Law Offices as Labor Counsel for the Town of Marshfield
To appoint Dupere Law Offices as Labor Counsel for the Town of Marshfield.
Yes: Kelley, SimpsonNo: Darcy
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to appoint Dupere Law Offices as Labor Counsel for the Town of Marshfield. The vote was 2–1, with Mr. Kelley and Ms. Simpson in favor and Mr. Darcy opposed..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Accept the donation of the sum of $200.00 on behalf of the Council on Aging from Arlene Marchant
To accept the donation of the sum of $200.00 on behalf of the Council on Aging from Arlene Marchant.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to accept the donation of the sum of $200.00 on behalf of the Council on Aging from Arlene Marchant. Vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Declare the two police vehicles identified by the Marshfield Police Department (1) a 2016 Ford Pickup and (2) a 2017 Dodge Van as surplus property and authorize the Police Department to dispose of...
That the Board vote to declare the two police vehicles identified by the Marshfield Police Department (1) a 2016 Ford Pickup and (2) a 2017 Dodge Van as surplus property and authorize the Police Department to dispose of them in compliance with Mass. Gen. L. c. 30B.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, that the Board vote to declare the two police vehicles identified by the Marshfield Police Department (1) a 2016 Ford Pickup and (2) a 2017 Dodge Van as surplus property and authorize the Police Department to dispose of them in compliance with Mass. Gen. L. c. 30B. Vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve an annual Common Victualler's License Application to Banh Mi Express for the property at 11 Snow Rd, Marshfield, MA
To approve an annual Common Victualler's License Application to Banh Mi Express for the property at 11 Snow Rd, Marshfield, MA.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve an annual Common Victualler's License Application to Banh Mi Express for the property at 11 Snow Rd, Marshfield, MA. Vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve general bylaw amendment to the towns capital budget by law as submitted by Town Counsel/ Proposed Policy as amended and to insert the same in the spring ATM warrant
To approve general bylaw amendment to the towns capital budget by law as submitted by Town Counsel/ Proposed Policy as amended and to insert the same in the spring ATM warrant.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve general bylaw amendment to the towns capital budget by law as submitted by Town Counsel/ Proposed Policy as amended and to insert the same in the spring ATM warrant. Vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
That the board vote to approve the proposed policy submitted by Town Counsel/ Proposed Policy as amended establishing a review and approval process for of the proposed annual and special town...
That the board vote to approve the proposed policy submitted by Town Counsel/ Proposed Policy as amended establishing a review and approval process for of the proposed annual and special town meeting warrant articles.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, that the board vote to approve the proposed policy submitted by Town Counsel/ Proposed Policy as amended establishing a review and approval process for of the proposed annual and special town meeting warrant articles. Vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Declare November as Indian Heritage Month
To declare November as Indian Heritage Month. The
The roll call in the minutes does not match the stated count (2–1), so only the count is shown, not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to declare November as Indian Heritage Month. The vote was as follows: Mr. Kelley – abstained; Mr. Darcy – aye; Ms. Simpson – aye. The motion passed by a 2–1 vote..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Establish the proposed Search Committee
To establish the proposed Search Committee.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to establish the proposed Search Committee. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve a contract with CLA on terms to be negotiated by the Town Administrator; motion
To approve a contract with CLA on terms to be negotiated by the Town Administrator; motion.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley then moved to approve a contract with CLA on terms to be negotiated by the Town Administrator; motion seconded by Mr. Darcy. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Authorize the Town Administrator to enter into a contract with either a person or entity, for additional financial services as needed
To authorize the Town Administrator to enter into a contract with either a person or entity, for additional financial services as needed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to authorize the Town Administrator to enter into a contract with either a person or entity, for additional financial services as needed. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve the wording of the ballot question as submitted by Bond and Town Counsel relative to the proposed debt exclusion for the Martinson Elementary School Roof, and to set the local election...
That the Board approve the wording of the ballot question as submitted by Bond and Town Counsel relative to the proposed debt exclusion for the Martinson Elementary School Roof, and to set the local election date for Saturday, January 10, 2026.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, that the Board approve the wording of the ballot question as submitted by Bond and Town Counsel relative to the proposed debt exclusion for the Martinson Elementary School Roof, and to set the local election date for Saturday, January 10, 2026.Vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Authorize the Building Commissioner to board up and/or secure the property at 655 Ocean Street
To authorize the Building Commissioner to board up and/or secure the property at 655 Ocean Street.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to authorize the Building Commissioner to board up and/or secure the property at 655 Ocean Street. Vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve the proposed building fee waivers for the proposed work at the properties known as and numbered 824 Moraine St, 200 Joseph Dribeek Way, and 167 Forest St which are all town projects and...
To approve the proposed building fee waivers for the proposed work at the properties known as and numbered 824 Moraine St, 200 Joseph Dribeek Way, and 167 Forest St which are all town projects and properties.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve the proposed building fee waivers for the proposed work at the properties known as and numbered 824 Moraine St, 200 Joseph Dribeek Way, and 167 Forest St which are all town projects and properties. Vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve open session minutes of October 20, 2025
To approve open session minutes of October 20, 2025. Result: minutes
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Kelley, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve open session minutes of October 20, 2025. Result: minutes approved unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Into executive session
To move into executive session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to move into executive session. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Adjourn from Executive Session
To adjourn from Executive Session.
From the minutes
“Mr Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to adjourn from Executive Session. Roll Call was taken: Eric Kelley – aye, Stephen Darcy – aye, Patricia Simpson – aye..” (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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