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November 15, 2022
21 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Gus Murby, Osler Peterson, Eileen Murphy
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve change of manager at Bullard's Market & Package Store from Andrew S. Goldberg to the last approved license manager, Paul Noonan
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to approve change of manager at Bullard's Market & Package Store from Andrew S. Goldberg to the last approved license manager, Paul Noonan. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye. MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to approve change of manager at Bullard's Market & Package Store from Andrew S. Goldberg to the last approved license manager, Paul Noonan. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye. MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Appoint John McKenna as a full time police officer
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to appoint John McKenna as a full time police officer. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to appoint John McKenna as a full time police officer. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Approve the request to sign the contracts for MHQ for the new Ford F350 for $62,755, and a new Ford F600 for $86,868
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to approve the request to sign the contracts for MHQ for the new Ford F350 for $62,755, and a new Ford F600 for $86,868. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to approve the request to sign the contracts for MHQ for the new Ford F350 for $62,755, and a new Ford F600 for $86,868. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Approve the proposal for a park naming contest for the park between Brothers Marketplace and Medfield Public Library
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to approve the proposal for a park naming contest for the park between Brothers Marketplace and Medfield Public Library. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to approve the proposal for a park naming contest for the park between Brothers Marketplace and Medfield Public Library. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Appoint as members to the School Building Committee: Teresa James of the Planning Board, Michael Weber of the Permanent Planning & Building Committee, Anthony Papantonis, and Robert Donahoe
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to appoint as members to the School Building Committee: Teresa James of the Planning Board, Michael Weber of the Permanent Planning & Building Committee, Anthony Papantonis, and Robert Donahoe. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to appoint as members to the School Building Committee: Teresa James of the Planning Board, Michael Weber of the Permanent Planning & Building Committee, Anthony Papantonis, and Robert Donahoe. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Approve the two amendments to the two roof solar array leases at the Kingsbury Club with the Town of Medfield as the ground Lessor
MOTION: E. Murphy moved to approve the two amendments to the two roof solar array leases at the Kingsbury Club with the Town of Medfield as the ground Lessor. SECONDED: G. Murby VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 2-0, Peterson recused
Osler Peterson recused himself (as the minutes record) and did not vote.
From the minutes
“MOTION: E. Murphy moved to approve the two amendments to the two roof solar array leases at the Kingsbury Club with the Town of Medfield as the ground Lessor. SECONDED: G. Murby VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 2-0, Peterson recused.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Murby)
Appoint Julie Obbagy to the Pedestrian Safety Committee
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to appoint Julie Obbagy to the Pedestrian Safety Committee. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to appoint Julie Obbagy to the Pedestrian Safety Committee. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Open the Annual Town Meeting warrant
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to open the Annual Town Meeting warrant. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to open the Annual Town Meeting warrant. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Sign the contract with Russo Barr Associates, Inc. for Medfield State Hospital Chapel leak investigation and repairs
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to sign the contract with Russo Barr Associates, Inc. for Medfield State Hospital Chapel leak investigation and repairs. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to sign the contract with Russo Barr Associates, Inc. for Medfield State Hospital Chapel leak investigation and repairs. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Allow the Medfield Lions Club to obtain a one-day license pursuant to Chapter 90-3 bypassing the prohibition of possession or consumption of alcohol on town-owned property for a BYOB event at…
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to allow the Medfield Lions Club to obtain a one-day license pursuant to Chapter 90-3 bypassing the prohibition of possession or consumption of alcohol on town-owned property for a BYOB event at the Council on Aging Center on December 6 from 5:30 - 9:00 pm. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to allow the Medfield Lions Club to obtain a one-day license pursuant to Chapter 90-3 bypassing the prohibition of possession or consumption of alcohol on town-owned property for a BYOB event at the Council on Aging Center on December 6 from 5:30 - 9:00 pm. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen to sign the award contract for the FY2023 Housing Choice Grant Program
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen to sign the award contract for the FY2023 Housing Choice Grant Program. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen to sign the award contract for the FY2023 Housing Choice Grant Program. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Approve the expenditure of $6,800 to Stumpy’s Tree Service for tree removal and maintenance work on the Medfield State Hospital grounds
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to approve the expenditure of $6,800 to Stumpy’s Tree Service for tree removal and maintenance work on the Medfield State Hospital grounds. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to approve the expenditure of $6,800 to Stumpy’s Tree Service for tree removal and maintenance work on the Medfield State Hospital grounds. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Authorize $6,000 for barriers, tree lighting, and extra lights for pedestrian safety during the Holiday Stroll on December 2
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to authorize $6,000 for barriers, tree lighting, and extra lights for pedestrian safety during the Holiday Stroll on December 2. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to authorize $6,000 for barriers, tree lighting, and extra lights for pedestrian safety during the Holiday Stroll on December 2. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Authorize Chief Carrico to sign the Ambulance Service Affiliation Agreement between Medfield Fire Department and Steward Norwood Hospital
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to authorize Chief Carrico to sign the Ambulance Service Affiliation Agreement between Medfield Fire Department and Steward Norwood Hospital. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to authorize Chief Carrico to sign the Ambulance Service Affiliation Agreement between Medfield Fire Department and Steward Norwood Hospital. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Award a revised automotive license to Keegan’s Auto Sales, LLC for the remaining 2022 calendar year due to a change in business entity
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to award a revised automotive license to Keegan’s Auto Sales, LLC for the remaining 2022 calendar year due to a change in business entity. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to award a revised automotive license to Keegan’s Auto Sales, LLC for the remaining 2022 calendar year due to a change in business entity. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Sign the citations congratulating the following individuals in Boy Scout Troop 89 for earning the rank of Eagle Scout: William Henry Whitaker, Hayden Christian Sutherland Gray, and Joshua L. Lozano
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to sign the citations congratulating the following individuals in Boy Scout Troop 89 for earning the rank of Eagle Scout: William Henry Whitaker, Hayden Christian Sutherland Gray, and Joshua L. Lozano. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to sign the citations congratulating the following individuals in Boy Scout Troop 89 for earning the rank of Eagle Scout: William Henry Whitaker, Hayden Christian Sutherland Gray, and Joshua L. Lozano. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Sign the citation congratulating Madeline Frances Rothstein in Boy Scout Troop 10 for earning the rank of Eagle Scout
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to sign the citation congratulating Madeline Frances Rothstein in Boy Scout Troop 10 for earning the rank of Eagle Scout. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, abstain; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 2-0, Murby abstained
Yes: Murphy, Peterson
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to sign the citation congratulating Madeline Frances Rothstein in Boy Scout Troop 10 for earning the rank of Eagle Scout. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, abstain; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 2-0, Murby abstained.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen to sign the Massachusetts School Building Authority draft audit report with a final total facilities grant amount of $397,806
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen to sign the Massachusetts School Building Authority draft audit report with a final total facilities grant amount of $397,806. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to vote to authorize the Chair of the Board of Selectmen to sign the Massachusetts School Building Authority draft audit report with a final total facilities grant amount of $397,806. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Approve the Consent Agenda
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to approve the Consent Agenda. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to approve the Consent Agenda. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Approve the meeting minutes of September 7, 2022
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to approve the meeting minutes of September 7, 2022. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to approve the meeting minutes of September 7, 2022. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
Adjourn the meeting at 10:01 pm
MOTION: O. Peterson moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:01 pm. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: O. Peterson moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:01 pm. SECONDED: E. Murphy VOTE: Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson, second: Murphy)
From the Medfield Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Osler Peterson’s law-practice profile (Justia), Medfield Patch (Eileen Murphy, photo by Colleen Sullivan, 2022) and Medfield TV (Gus Murby, “Gus Murby - 2026 Candidate Message”).
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