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February 9, 2026
21 recorded votes, 3 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. The motion was seconded by Mr. Darcy and approved unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Open the public hearing scheduled for 6:00 PM pursuant to Mass
That the Select Board vote to open the public hearing scheduled for 6:00 PM pursuant to Mass. Gen. L. c. 166 section21-22 and the Town of Marshfield Small Cell Wireless Facilities Policy on the proposed Grant of Location application allowing installation by Centerline Communications, LLC in connection with Verizon Wireless of three (3) Small Wireless Facilities within the Town of Marshfield's public right of way: (1) Marshfield MA SC06 – VZ Pole #7 / 175, Ocean Street; (2) Marshfield MA SC07 – Utility Pole #1S, 5 Water Street and (3) Marshfield MA SC10 – Pole #77A, 1190 Ocean Street of said Town of Marshfield. Mr. Kelley read the hearing notice.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, that the Select Board vote to open the public hearing scheduled for 6:00 PM pursuant to Mass. Gen. L. c. 166 section21-22 and the Town of Marshfield Small Cell Wireless Facilities Policy on the proposed Grant of Location application allowing installation by Centerline Communications, LLC in connection with Verizon Wireless of three (3) Small Wireless Facilities within the Town of Marshfield's public right of way: (1) Marshfield MA SC06 – VZ Pole #7 / 175, Ocean Street; (2) Marshfield MA SC07 – Utility Pole #1S, 5 Water Street and (3) Marshfield MA SC10 – Pole #77A, 1190 Ocean Street of said Town of Marshfield. Mr. Kelley read the hearing notice. Roll Call was taken: Eric Kelley – aye, Stephen Darcy – aye, Patricia Simpson – aye..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Close the public portion of the hearing
To close the public portion of the hearing.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved to close the public portion of the hearing. The motion was seconded by Mr. Darcy. Roll Call was taken: Eric Kelley – aye, Stephen Darcy – aye, Patricia Simpson – aye..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve the Town's small cell policy to allow installation at two locations: Pole #7 at 175 Ocean Street and Pole #77A at 90 Ocean Street, and to continue the pole hearing for Pole #15 at 5 Water...
That the Select Board approve the Town's small cell policy to allow installation at two locations: Pole #7 at 175 Ocean Street and Pole #77A at 90 Ocean Street, and to continue the pole hearing for Pole #15 at 5 Water Street.
Yes: Darcy, SimpsonNo: Kelley
From the minutes
“Mr. Darcy moved, seconded by Ms. Simpson, that the Select Board approve the Town's small cell policy to allow installation at two locations: Pole #7 at 175 Ocean Street and Pole #77A at 90 Ocean Street, and to continue the pole hearing for Pole #15 at 5 Water Street. Roll call vote: Mr. Darcy — Aye; Ms. Simpson — Aye; Mr. Kelley — Nay. Motion carried, 2–1..” (Motion: Darcy, second: Simpson)
Approve to match the Opioid Fund Committee Grant funding for Drug Story Theater in the amount of $20,000
To approve to match the Opioid Fund Committee Grant funding for Drug Story Theater in the amount of $20,000.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve to match the Opioid Fund Committee Grant funding for Drug Story Theater in the amount of $20,000. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve the appointment of Meg LaMay to the Opioid Fund Committee for a 3-year term, expiring 6/30/2028
To approve the appointment of Meg LaMay to the Opioid Fund Committee for a 3-year term, expiring 6/30/2028. Mr. Kelley abstained;
Yes: Darcy, SimpsonAbstained: Kelley
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the appointment of Meg LaMay to the Opioid Fund Committee for a 3-year term, expiring 6/30/2028. Mr. Kelley abstained; Ms. Simpson – aye, Mr. Darcy - aye. The motion passed 2–0..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve the request to add an alternate position to the Open Space Committee and have this position be filled by Bonnie Owens as for a 3-year term, expiring 6/30/2028
To approve the request to add an alternate position to the Open Space Committee and have this position be filled by Bonnie Owens as for a 3-year term, expiring 6/30/2028.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the request to add an alternate position to the Open Space Committee and have this position be filled by Bonnie Owens as for a 3-year term, expiring 6/30/2028. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve the Town Administrator advertisement with procurement responsibilities added and that all applications be submitted through the Select Board
To approve the Town Administrator advertisement with procurement responsibilities added and that all applications be submitted through the Select Board.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the Town Administrator advertisement with procurement responsibilities added and that all applications be submitted through the Select Board. Vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve a maximum salary of $225,000 for the Town Administrator position
To approve a maximum salary of $225,000 for the Town Administrator position. Mr. Darcy and Ms. Simpson voted in favor; Mr. Kelley voted opposed. The
Yes: Darcy, SimpsonNo: Kelley
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve a maximum salary of $225,000 for the Town Administrator position. Mr. Darcy and Ms. Simpson voted in favor; Mr. Kelley voted opposed. The motion passed by a 2–1 vote..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Waive the building fees for the Martinson School Roof Project
That the Board vote to waive the building fees for the Martinson School Roof Project.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, that the Board vote to waive the building fees for the Martinson School Roof Project. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve a one-day Beer and Wine License to Jenna Bostwick on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 10 AM – 5 PM at The Point Restaurant, for the St Patrick's Day Road race, contingent on signing and...
To approve a one-day Beer and Wine License to Jenna Bostwick on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 10 AM – 5 PM at The Point Restaurant, for the St Patrick's Day Road race, contingent on signing and dating the license application.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve a one-day Beer and Wine License to Jenna Bostwick on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 10 AM – 5 PM at The Point Restaurant, for the St Patrick's Day Road race, contingent on signing and dating the license application. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve a one-day Wine and Malt liquor license to Thomas Milward for the St Patrick's Day Road Race on Saturday, March 14th from 10 AM – 5 PM
To approve a one-day Wine and Malt liquor license to Thomas Milward for the St Patrick's Day Road Race on Saturday, March 14th from 10 AM – 5 PM.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve a one-day Wine and Malt liquor license to Thomas Milward for the St Patrick's Day Road Race on Saturday, March 14th from 10 AM – 5 PM. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve the 27th annual Best Buddies Challenge on Saturday, May 30, 2026, contingent upon positive recommendations from Police and Fire
To approve the 27th annual Best Buddies Challenge on Saturday, May 30, 2026, contingent upon positive recommendations from Police and Fire.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve the 27th annual Best Buddies Challenge on Saturday, May 30, 2026, contingent upon positive recommendations from Police and Fire. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve the Marshfield Cultural Council 2026 Summer Concert and Entertainment Series held on Sunday's from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM for the dates of July 26, August 2-16th on the town training green at...
To approve the Marshfield Cultural Council 2026 Summer Concert and Entertainment Series held on Sunday's from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM for the dates of July 26, August 2-16th on the town training green at 870 Moraine St.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy to approve the Marshfield Cultural Council 2026 Summer Concert and Entertainment Series held on Sunday's from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM for the dates of July 26, August 2-16th on the town training green at 870 Moraine St. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve a No Kings Demonstration in the front area of Dandelion Park on March 28, 2026 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm
To approve a No Kings Demonstration in the front area of Dandelion Park on March 28, 2026 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to approve a No Kings Demonstration in the front area of Dandelion Park on March 28, 2026 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve with gratitude a gift of $160 to the Marshfield Veterans Honor Roll from Tom Whalen
That the Board vote to approve with gratitude a gift of $160 to the Marshfield Veterans Honor Roll from Tom Whalen.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy that the Board vote to approve with gratitude a gift of $160 to the Marshfield Veterans Honor Roll from Tom Whalen. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve with gratitude the following gifts to Marshfield Veterans Services: A gift of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon
That the Board vote to approve with gratitude the following gifts to Marshfield Veterans Services: A gift of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon. A gift of $500 from the Marshfield Elks. A gift of $500 from Mr. and Mrs. Peter Leonard in memory of Jim Leonard.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy that the Board vote to approve with gratitude the following gifts to Marshfield Veterans Services: A gift of $100 from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon. A gift of $500 from the Marshfield Elks. A gift of $500 from Mr. and Mrs. Peter Leonard in memory of Jim Leonard. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Approve with gratitude the following gifts to Marshfield Animal Control: A gift of $151 from the Furnace Brook Middle School Animal Club, Whiskers and Wishes
That the Board vote to approve with gratitude the following gifts to Marshfield Animal Control: A gift of $151 from the Furnace Brook Middle School Animal Club, Whiskers and Wishes. A gift of $250 from The Theraspire Collective, LLC in honor of Brendan Wilde.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelley moved, seconded by Mr. Darcy that the Board vote to approve with gratitude the following gifts to Marshfield Animal Control: A gift of $151 from the Furnace Brook Middle School Animal Club, Whiskers and Wishes. A gift of $250 from The Theraspire Collective, LLC in honor of Brendan Wilde. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kelley, second: Darcy)
Postpone the approval of open session minutes of December January 29, 2026 and instead to approve them at the February 23rd meeting
To postpone the approval of open session minutes of December January 29, 2026 and instead to approve them at the February 23rd meeting.
From the minutes
“Motion by Mr. Kelley, seconded by Mr. Darcy, to postpone the approval of open session minutes of December January 29, 2026 and instead to approve them at the February 23rd meeting. Motion passed 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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