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Middleborough Select Board

How the Middleborough Select Board voted, from the Select Board’s official minutes. 5 Select Board members elected townwide. Nathan Demers and Mark Germain joined the board after the delayed 2020 election; Allin Frawley and Diane Stewart left. On June 22, 2020 the board elected Leilani Dalpe as Chairman and Arthur Battistini as Vice Chairman. Most meetings in this term were held on Zoom, with roll-call votes. Covers 29 meetings, June 22 to March 29, 2021.

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What does the Select Board do? It is the town’s executive board. It prepares the Town Meeting warrant (the list of articles voters decide), appoints members of many town boards, hires the town’s top staff, signs warrants to pay town bills, and grants licenses and permits.

Town Meeting, not the Select Board, votes the town budget and town bylaws.

Sources: Massachusetts Select Board Handbook (MMA) · Mass. Division of Local Services: the town budget
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What Town Meeting decided

In Middleborough, Town Meeting — not the Select Board — votes the town budget, bylaws and zoning. Here is what it did with each article, in the Town Clerk’s own words. Any registered voter can take part, and most votes are by voice or show of hands, so there is no list of who voted which way.

Special Town Meeting · October 6, 2025 14 votes: 13 passed, 1 indefinitely postponed

Source: Town Clerk's record in the 2025 Annual Town Report.

Special Town Meeting · April 28, 2025 6 votes: 5 passed, 1 no action

Source: Town Clerk's record in the 2025 Annual Town Report.

Annual Town Meeting · April 28, 2025 31 votes: 30 passed, 1 no action

Source: Town Clerk's record in the 2025 Annual Town Report.

Special Town Meeting · October 7, 2024 22 votes: 20 passed, 1 failed, 1 no action

Source: Town Clerk's record in the 2024 Annual Town Report (scanned pages).

Special Town Meeting · April 22, 2024 4 votes: 4 passed
  • Art. 1 Pay a prior-year Law Department bill: $13,494.89 from free cash Passed “Voted unanimously”
  • Art. 2 Rescind $3,383,022 of unneeded borrowing authority (school remodel, JA-MAR and Picone Farm land, John Glass Square water main) Passed “Voted unanimously”
  • Art. 3 Borrow $1,000,000 for a new fire pumper truck; rescind the 2023 lease-purchase vote Passed “Voted unanimously”
  • Art. 4 Transfer $25,000 from wastewater retained earnings to update the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan Passed “Voted unanimously”

Source: Town Clerk's record in the 2024 Annual Town Report (scanned pages).

Annual Town Meeting · April 22, 2024 31 votes: 29 passed, 1 failed, 1 indefinitely postponed

Source: Town Clerk's record in the 2024 Annual Town Report (scanned pages).

Not here yet: the Special and Annual Town Meetings of June 1, 2026 and the Special Town Meeting of June 16, 2026. The town posts only warrants for these; results will come in the 2026 Annual Town Report. The Town Meeting Warrants & Minutes page stops at 2021, so 2024-2025 results come from the 2024 and 2025 Annual Town Reports.

Titles are short descriptions of each article from the official record; the quoted words are the Town Clerk’s. A vote at Town Meeting is not the final word on everything: some articles also need a ballot vote (such as a tax override) or the Attorney General’s approval (bylaws).

Members

Nathan DemersMember · Elected townwide · at 29 of 29 meetingsMark GermainMember · Elected townwide · at 29 of 29 meetingsNeil RosenthalMember · Elected townwide · at 29 of 29 meetings

"At X of Y meetings" counts the members the minutes list as present at the start of each meeting in this record. Members who step out are listed on each meeting page.

Meetings

About missing minutes

Loaded: Select Board (until 2022, Board of Selectmen) minutes from January 8, 2018 through September 21, 2026, as posted in the town’s Agenda Center. Not here yet: minutes from 2015 and 2017 (posted, not loaded), minutes after September 21, 2026, and meetings the town lists without minutes. Some posted files are incomplete: the July 23, October 15 and October 22, 2018 files are a single page with no attendance list, and the March 14, 2022 file has no first page; votes in those files show the count or result only. Most minutes from 2018 to 2026 are scans, which we read with text recognition (OCR) and checked against the page images where they were unclear. Middleborough’s minutes usually say “the Board voted unanimously” (shown as every member present voting yes), give a roll call (“polled vote”, most votes from 2020 to 2021 and since late 2025), or give a count with the names of those voting no or abstaining. Votes recorded only as “the Board voted to …” or “Motion carries” show the result only and are not treated as unanimous; counts without names (common in 2018–2019) show the count only. Where the names or count do not match the members the minutes show present, or a member who had left or stepped off the Board is named in the vote, we show the count only and add a note. The Select Board also sits as the Board of Health, the Water and Sewer Commissioners and the Rent Control Board; those votes are included. Votes by other boards at joint meetings are not. We will ask the town to confirm any noted vote.

Monday, March 29, 2021 · Regular meeting11 recorded votes, 5 with disagreementAll 5 members presentMonday, March 22, 2021 · Regular meeting12 recorded votes, 1 with disagreementAll 5 members presentMonday, March 15, 2021 · Regular meeting21 recorded votes, 2 with disagreementAll 5 members presentMonday, March 8, 2021 · Regular meeting26 recorded votes, 3 with disagreementAll 5 members presentMonday, March 1, 2021 · Regular meeting20 recorded votes, 2 with disagreementAll 5 members present

Votes where members disagreed

Most board votes are unanimous. These are the ones where at least one member voted no or abstained, newest first.

Mar 29Approve the Second Hand Dealers License for Massgrailz Vintage…Motion: to approve the Second Hand Dealers License for Massgrailz Vintage to…Passed Unanimous, 4 present · see note

March 29, 2021: Approve the Second Hand Dealers License for Massgrailz Vintage to be located at 19 South Main Street

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 4 present

To approve the Second Hand Dealers License for Massgrailz Vintage to be located at 19 South Main Street

Neil Rosenthal had stepped off the Board for this item and is left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to approve the Second Hand Dealers License for Massgrailz Vintage to be located at 19 South Main Street. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers – Aye and M. Germain – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Mar 15Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Water…Motion: to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Water Enterprise…Passed 5–0 · see note

March 15, 2021: Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Water Enterprise – Dept. 450 in the amount of $4,740,627

ApprovePassed · 5–0

To support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Water Enterprise – Dept. 450 in the amount of $4,740,627

The minutes say Allin Frawley seconded it, but Allin is not on the attendance list for this vote, so only the count is shown.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Dalpe and seconded by Selectmen Frawley, the Board voted unanimously to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Water Enterprise – Dept. 450 in the amount of $4,740,627. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye.” (Motion: Dalpe)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Mar 15Approve the use of the MCCAM studio on Saturday,…Motion: to approve the use of the MCCAM studio on Saturday, May…Passed 4–0 · Abstained: Rosenthal

March 15, 2021: Approve the use of the MCCAM studio on Saturday, May 22™ and Sunday, May 23, 2021 for the Cable TV Action put on by the Rotary Club of Middleboro and…

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To approve the use of the MCCAM studio on Saturday, May 22™ and Sunday, May 23, 2021 for the Cable TV Action put on by the Rotary Club of Middleboro and request that MCCAM be allowed to air the action on Lakeville's access channel and inform Comcast of this action

Yes: Battistini, Dalpe, Demers, GermainAbstained: Rosenthal

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to approve the use of the MCCAM studio on Saturday, May 22™ and Sunday, May 23, 2021 for the Cable TV Action put on by the Rotary Club of Middleboro and request that MCCAM be allowed to air the action on Lakeville's access channel and inform Comcast of this action. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Abstain.” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Mar 8Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Historical…Motion: to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Historical Commission…Passed 4–0 · Abstained: Battistini

March 8, 2021: Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Historical Commission – Dept. 691 in the amount of $1,600

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Historical Commission – Dept. 691 in the amount of $1,600

Yes: Dalpe, Demers, Germain, RosenthalAbstained: Battistini

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted unanimously to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Historical Commission – Dept. 691 in the amount of $1,600. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Abstain, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye.” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Mar 8Continue the Second Hand Dealer License Hearing for Michael…Motion: to continue the Second Hand Dealer License Hearing for Michael Ferrier,…Passed 4–0 · Abstained: Rosenthal

March 8, 2021: Continue the Second Hand Dealer License Hearing for Michael Ferrier, Massgrailz Vintage to Monday, March 29, 2021 at 7:30 PM

ApprovePassed · 4–0

To continue the Second Hand Dealer License Hearing for Michael Ferrier, Massgrailz Vintage to Monday, March 29, 2021 at 7:30 PM

Yes: Battistini, Dalpe, Demers, GermainAbstained: Rosenthal

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to continue the Second Hand Dealer License Hearing for Michael Ferrier, Massgrailz Vintage to Monday, March 29, 2021 at 7:30 PM. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Abstain.” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Mar 1Ratify the Town Manager's Commission on Disability Appointments as…Motion: to ratify the Town Manager's Commission on Disability Appointments as follows:…Passed 4–0 · Abstained: Battistini

March 1, 2021: Ratify the Town Manager's Commission on Disability Appointments as follows: Donna Bernabeo with a term to expire on June 30, 2023; Judith Bigelow Costa with a term to expire on…

AppointPassed · 4–0

To ratify the Town Manager's Commission on Disability Appointments as follows: Donna Bernabeo with a term to expire on June 30, 2023; Judith Bigelow Costa with a term to expire on June 30, 2021, Carolyn Gravelin with a term to expire on June 30, 2023, Laura O'Connor with a term to expire on June 30, 2022; Diane Stewart with a term to expire on June 30, 2021 and Richard Stewart with a term to expire on June 30, 2022

Yes: Dalpe, Demers, Germain, RosenthalAbstained: Battistini

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to ratify the Town Manager's Commission on Disability Appointments as follows: Donna Bernabeo with a term to expire on June 30, 2023; Judith Bigelow Costa with a term to expire on June 30, 2021, Carolyn Gravelin with a term to expire on June 30, 2023, Laura O'Connor with a term to expire on June 30, 2022; Diane Stewart with a term to expire on June 30, 2021 and Richard Stewart with a term to expire on June 30, 2022. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Abstains, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain – Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye REPORT ON COMMITTEE COMMISSIONS & BOARDS There is nothing reported..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Feb 22Appoint the constables, provided that all the necessary documents…Motion: to appoint the constables, provided that all the necessary documents are…Passed 4–1 · No: Battistini

February 22, 2021: Appoint the constables, provided that all the necessary documents are turned into the Selectmen's Office, provide a Town Issued Photo ID identifying the Constable and remove the powers of arrest,...

AppointPassed · 4–1

To appoint the constables, provided that all the necessary documents are turned into the Selectmen's Office, provide a Town Issued Photo ID identifying the Constable and remove the powers of arrest, unless certified and documentation is provided to the Selectmen in writing

Yes: Dalpe, Demers, Germain, RosenthalNo: Battistini

From the minutes

“Constable Appointments Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Rosenthal, the Board voted to appoint the constables, provided that all the necessary documents are turned into the Selectmen's Office, provide a Town Issued Photo ID identifying the Constable and remove the powers of arrest, unless certified and documentation is provided to the Selectmen in writing. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Nay, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Rosenthal)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Jan 25Appoint the following as Reserve and Special Police Officers:…Motion: to appoint the following as Reserve and Special Police Officers: George…Passed · see note

January 25, 2021: Appoint the following as Reserve and Special Police Officers: George Andrade, Jason Araujo, Mitchell Benson, Bill Comeau, Fred Conley, Stephen Craig, Michael Doyle, Brian Delmonte, William...

AppointPassed · No count or names in the minutes

To appoint the following as Reserve and Special Police Officers: George Andrade, Jason Araujo, Mitchell Benson, Bill Comeau, Fred Conley, Stephen Craig, Michael Doyle, Brian Delmonte, William Ferdinand, Mark Foster, Matthew Foye, Jordan Fratus, Paul Frost, Bryant Irish, Kelly Jarabek, Andrew Johnson, Michael Johnson, Nicole Lapham, Charlies Lemieux, Serge Loiselle, Joseph McGreevy, Raymond Meleski, Daniel Newton, Kendra Perry, Robert Pike, John Ponte, Gustavo Ribeiro, Jose Rodriguez, Kurt Vanderzyde and Chelsea Weiand

The minutes say the Board voted to do this but do not give a count or say it was unanimous.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Rosenthal, the Board voted to appoint the following as Reserve and Special Police Officers: George Andrade, Jason Araujo, Mitchell Benson, Bill Comeau, Fred Conley, Stephen Craig, Michael Doyle, Brian Delmonte, William Ferdinand, Mark Foster, Matthew Foye, Jordan Fratus, Paul Frost, Bryant Irish, Kelly Jarabek, Andrew Johnson, Michael Johnson, Nicole Lapham, Charlies Lemieux, Serge Loiselle, Joseph McGreevy, Raymond Meleski, Daniel Newton, Kendra Perry, Robert Pike, John Ponte, Gustavo Ribeiro, Jose Rodriguez, Kurt Vanderzyde and Chelsea Weiand..” (Motion: Demers, second: Rosenthal)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Jan 25Appoint James Thomasson to the position of Police ChaplainMotion: to appoint James Thomasson to the position of Police ChaplainPassed · see note

January 25, 2021: Appoint James Thomasson to the position of Police Chaplain

AppointPassed · No count or names in the minutes

To appoint James Thomasson to the position of Police Chaplain

The minutes say the Board voted to do this but do not give a count or say it was unanimous.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to appoint James Thomasson to the position of Police Chaplain..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Jan 25Adopt the policy that "If the Town Manager cannot…Motion: to adopt the policy that "If the Town Manager cannot carry…Passed · see note

January 25, 2021: Adopt the policy that "If the Town Manager cannot carry out his or her duties, the Chair of the Board of Selectmen, in consultation with the appropriate authorities will assume…

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

To adopt the policy that "If the Town Manager cannot carry out his or her duties, the Chair of the Board of Selectmen, in consultation with the appropriate authorities will assume the duties and responsibilities of the Town Manager

The minutes say the Board voted to do this but do not give a count or say it was unanimous.

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Rosenthal, the Board voted to adopt the policy that "If the Town Manager cannot carry out his or her duties, the Chair of the Board of Selectmen, in consultation with the appropriate authorities will assume the duties and responsibilities of the Town Manager..” (Motion: Germain, second: Rosenthal)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

From the Middleborough 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 of current members: Nemasket Week candidate profiles (Teresa Farley 2024; Brian Giovanoni and William Pike 2025; Thomas White and Tracie Craig-McGee 2026). Former members show initials.

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