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February 4, 2025
15 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Gus Murby, Eileen Murphy, Osler Peterson
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
The Town select the roundabout (Option B) as the preferred design alternative for the Route 27/West Street intersection improvement project and authorize BETA Group to complete the ICE-2 form…
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved that the Town select the roundabout (Option B) as the preferred design alternative for the Route 27/West Street intersection improvement project and authorize BETA Group to complete the ICE-2 form reflecting this selection. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved that the Town select the roundabout (Option B) as the preferred design alternative for the Route 27/West Street intersection improvement project and authorize BETA Group to complete the ICE-2 form reflecting this selection. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Approve submission of the Department of Energy Resources Technical Assistance Grant application for development of a municipal decarbonization roadmap
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved that the Select Board approve submission of the Department of Energy Resources Technical Assistance Grant application for development of a municipal decarbonization roadmap. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved that the Select Board approve submission of the Department of Energy Resources Technical Assistance Grant application for development of a municipal decarbonization roadmap. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Support the Fire Chief selection process as outlined in the Town Administrator’s February 4, 2025 memorandum
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved that the Select Board support the Fire Chief selection process as outlined in the Town Administrator’s February 4, 2025 memorandum. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved that the Select Board support the Fire Chief selection process as outlined in the Town Administrator’s February 4, 2025 memorandum. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Approve a general (“global”) permit for Medfield History Weekend events from April 25–27, 2025, contingent upon approval of safety plans by the Medfield Police Department and Parks and…
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved that the Board approve a general (“global”) permit for Medfield History Weekend events from April 25–27, 2025, contingent upon approval of safety plans by the Medfield Police Department and Parks and Recreation Commission, and further approve signage in the usual downtown and Transfer Station locations, plus one fence sign at the Medfield State Hospital entrance. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved that the Board approve a general (“global”) permit for Medfield History Weekend events from April 25–27, 2025, contingent upon approval of safety plans by the Medfield Police Department and Parks and Recreation Commission, and further approve signage in the usual downtown and Transfer Station locations, plus one fence sign at the Medfield State Hospital entrance. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the FY2025 Firefighter Equipment Grant agreement in the amount of $18,910, with funds to be expended by June 30, 2025
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the FY2025 Firefighter Equipment Grant agreement in the amount of $18,910, with funds to be expended by June 30, 2025. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the FY2025 Firefighter Equipment Grant agreement in the amount of $18,910, with funds to be expended by June 30, 2025. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Authorize the Fire Chief to sign the Ambulance Service Affiliation Agreement with BMC Community Hospital, doing business as Good Samaritan Medical Center
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to authorize the Fire Chief to sign the Ambulance Service Affiliation Agreement with BMC Community Hospital, doing business as Good Samaritan Medical Center. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to authorize the Fire Chief to sign the Ambulance Service Affiliation Agreement with BMC Community Hospital, doing business as Good Samaritan Medical Center. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the grant contract and Contractor Authorized Signatory Form for the $50,000 state budget earmark for improvements at the Dwight Derby House, Medfield…
MOTION: Mr. Peterson moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the grant contract and Contractor Authorized Signatory Form for the $50,000 state budget earmark for improvements at the Dwight Derby House, Medfield Historical Society building, and Kingsbury Grist Mill. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
The minutes name Osler Peterson as both mover and seconder ("SECONDED: Mr. Peterson"), so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Peterson moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the grant contract and Contractor Authorized Signatory Form for the $50,000 state budget earmark for improvements at the Dwight Derby House, Medfield Historical Society building, and Kingsbury Grist Mill. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Peterson)
Sign the contract with Helve LLC for building envelope repairs at the Dwight Derby House for $9,900, with work to be completed by March 14, 2025
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to sign the contract with Helve LLC for building envelope repairs at the Dwight Derby House for $9,900, with work to be completed by March 14, 2025. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to sign the contract with Helve LLC for building envelope repairs at the Dwight Derby House for $9,900, with work to be completed by March 14, 2025. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Appoint Ms. Eileen Murphy to the newly created Wayfinding Committee and authorize the solicitation of volunteers to serve as members
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to appoint Ms. Eileen Murphy to the newly created Wayfinding Committee and authorize the solicitation of volunteers to serve as members. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to appoint Ms. Eileen Murphy to the newly created Wayfinding Committee and authorize the solicitation of volunteers to serve as members. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Appoint Mr. Paul Hinkley of the Department of Public Works as Interim Tree Warden and to express the Town’s gratitude to Mr. Ed Hinkley for his years of dedicated service
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to appoint Mr. Paul Hinkley of the Department of Public Works as Interim Tree Warden and to express the Town’s gratitude to Mr. Ed Hinkley for his years of dedicated service. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to appoint Mr. Paul Hinkley of the Department of Public Works as Interim Tree Warden and to express the Town’s gratitude to Mr. Ed Hinkley for his years of dedicated service. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Sign the Warrant for the Annual Town Election to be held March 31, 2025
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to sign the Warrant for the Annual Town Election to be held March 31, 2025. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to sign the Warrant for the Annual Town Election to be held March 31, 2025. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Accept and authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program grant under the Recycling Dividends Program, with the Town of Medfield to receive $6,000
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to accept and authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program grant under the Recycling Dividends Program, with the Town of Medfield to receive $6,000. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to accept and authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program grant under the Recycling Dividends Program, with the Town of Medfield to receive $6,000. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Approve the request of the Medfield Middle School Theatre Group to post signs at the usual locations from March 14 through March 28, 2025, advertising the middle school production I Hate…
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to approve the request of the Medfield Middle School Theatre Group to post signs at the usual locations from March 14 through March 28, 2025, advertising the middle school production I Hate Shakespeare. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to approve the request of the Medfield Middle School Theatre Group to post signs at the usual locations from March 14 through March 28, 2025, advertising the middle school production I Hate Shakespeare. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Approve the meeting minutes of May 28, 2024, and July 14, 2024, as revised
MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to approve the meeting minutes of May 28, 2024, and July 14, 2024, as revised. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Murby moved to approve the meeting minutes of May 28, 2024, and July 14, 2024, as revised. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (Motion: Murby, second: Peterson)
Adjourn the February 4, 2025 Select Board meeting
MOTION: To adjourn the February 4, 2025 Select Board meeting. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0
From the minutes
“MOTION: To adjourn the February 4, 2025 Select Board meeting. SECONDED: Mr. Peterson VOTE: G. Murby, aye; E. Murphy, aye; O. Peterson, aye MOTION CARRIES: 3-0.” (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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