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May 14, 2024
8 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Gus Murby, Eileen Murphy, Osler Peterson
Absent: None
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Approve the request of posting of signs around town as part of the launch of the Zullo Gallery augmented reality exhibit using the historically inspired theme, “Evolution of a Small Town.”…
G. Murby motioned to approve the request of posting of signs around town as part of the launch of the Zullo Gallery augmented reality exhibit using the historically inspired theme, “Evolution of a Small Town.” Specific locations are suggested in the agenda. SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“G. Murby motioned to approve the request of posting of signs around town as part of the launch of the Zullo Gallery augmented reality exhibit using the historically inspired theme, “Evolution of a Small Town.” Specific locations are suggested in the agenda. SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Approve the request for an event held by the Kingsbury Club for their Triathlon for Kids on August 18 starting at 8:30 am with a swim at the Kingsbury Club, followed by a bike segment on the…
G. Murby motioned to approve the request for an event held by the Kingsbury Club for their Triathlon for Kids on August 18 starting at 8:30 am with a swim at the Kingsbury Club, followed by a bike segment on the rail trail, and running through the COA parking lot pending approval by Public Safety SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“G. Murby motioned to approve the request for an event held by the Kingsbury Club for their Triathlon for Kids on August 18 starting at 8:30 am with a swim at the Kingsbury Club, followed by a bike segment on the rail trail, and running through the COA parking lot pending approval by Public Safety SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Sign the contract with Energy Management Associates, Inc. to perform energy audit services at Town buildings to be funded by a $50,000 state earmark. With a term of performance May 14 2024 to…
G. Murby motioned to sign the contract with Energy Management Associates, Inc. to perform energy audit services at Town buildings to be funded by a $50,000 state earmark. With a term of performance May 14 2024 to June 30th 2024. SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“G. Murby motioned to sign the contract with Energy Management Associates, Inc. to perform energy audit services at Town buildings to be funded by a $50,000 state earmark. With a term of performance May 14 2024 to June 30th 2024. SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Sign the state Standard Contract Form to accept an additional $20,000 earmark for the refurbishment and expansion of the Metacomet park tennis courts
G. Murby motioned to sign the state Standard Contract Form to accept an additional $20,000 earmark for the refurbishment and expansion of the Metacomet park tennis courts SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“G. Murby motioned to sign the state Standard Contract Form to accept an additional $20,000 earmark for the refurbishment and expansion of the Metacomet park tennis courts SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Authorize the Town Administrator to renew the Town’s Police and Fire 111F Injured on Duty Insurance Policy with VFIS for a premium of up to $90,000
G. Murby motioned to authorize the Town Administrator to renew the Town’s Police and Fire 111F Injured on Duty Insurance Policy with VFIS for a premium of up to $90,000. SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“G. Murby motioned to authorize the Town Administrator to renew the Town’s Police and Fire 111F Injured on Duty Insurance Policy with VFIS for a premium of up to $90,000. SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Sign the legal agreement with the firms of Baron & Budd, P.C.; Sandman Law, LLC; and Cossich Sumich Parsiola & Taylor LLC with respect to claims and/or actions for damages arising from…
G. Murby motioned to sign the legal agreement with the firms of Baron & Budd, P.C.; Sandman Law, LLC; and Cossich Sumich Parsiola & Taylor LLC with respect to claims and/or actions for damages arising from contamination of water and water wells by Perfluorooctanoic Acid (“PFOA”), Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (“PFOS”), Aqueous Film Forming Foam (“AFFF”), their degradation products, and other contaminants of concern SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“G. Murby motioned to sign the legal agreement with the firms of Baron & Budd, P.C.; Sandman Law, LLC; and Cossich Sumich Parsiola & Taylor LLC with respect to claims and/or actions for damages arising from contamination of water and water wells by Perfluorooctanoic Acid (“PFOA”), Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (“PFOS”), Aqueous Film Forming Foam (“AFFF”), their degradation products, and other contaminants of concern SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Approve the request for this year’s CF Cycle for Life which is scheduled for Saturday, October 5th and will cross Medfield in accordance with the details read by the Chair
MOTION: G. Murby motioned to approve the request for this year’s CF Cycle for Life which is scheduled for Saturday, October 5th and will cross Medfield in accordance with the details read by the Chair SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: G. Murby motioned to approve the request for this year’s CF Cycle for Life which is scheduled for Saturday, October 5th and will cross Medfield in accordance with the details read by the Chair SECONDED:O. Peterson VOTE: E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye; G. Murby, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Adjourn the meeting
MOTION: G. Murby motioned to adjourn the meeting SECONDED: O. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: G. Murby motioned to adjourn the meeting SECONDED: O. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
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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