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Middleborough Select Board · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting

February 22, 2021

24 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Arthur Battistini, Leilani Dalpe, Nathan Demers, Mark Germain, Neil Rosenthal

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Finance Committee – Dept 111 in the amount of $4,890

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Finance Committee – Dept 111 in the amount of $4,890

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Finance Committee – Dept 111 in the amount of $4,890. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Selectmen – Dept 122 in the amount of $78,889

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Selectmen – Dept 122 in the amount of $78,889

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Selectmen – Dept 122 in the amount of $78,889. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Town Manager – Dept 123 in the amount of $231,149

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Town Manager – Dept 123 in the amount of $231,149

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Town Manager – Dept 123 in the amount of $231,149. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Town Accountant – Dept 135 in the amount of $164,655

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Town Accountant – Dept 135 in the amount of $164,655

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Town Accountant – Dept 135 in the amount of $164,655. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)

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

Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Assessors – Dept 141 in the amount of $229,959

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Assessors – Dept 141 in the amount of $229,959

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Assessors – Dept 141 in the amount of $229,959. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Germain)

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

Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Law Department – Dept 151 in the amount of $161,018

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Law Department – Dept 151 in the amount of $161,018

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Law Department – Dept 151 in the amount of $161,018. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Battistini)

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

Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Information Technology – Dept 155 in the amount of $645,696

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Information Technology – Dept 155 in the amount of $645,696

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for Information Technology – Dept 155 in the amount of $645,696. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)

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

Support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Library – Dept 610 in the amount of $767,152

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Library – Dept 610 in the amount of $767,152

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to support the Town Manager's recommended budget for the Library – Dept 610 in the amount of $767,152. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve the minutes from the 2/08/2021 meeting as presented

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the minutes from the 2/08/2021 meeting as presented

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted to approve the minutes from the 2/08/2021 meeting as presented. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Authorize the Chairman or her designee to sign the warrants for week ending 2/27/2021

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Chairman or her designee to sign the warrants for week ending 2/27/2021

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted to authorize the Chairman or her designee to sign the warrants for week ending 2/27/2021. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Battistini)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Enter into Executive Session, to return to Open Session, to conduct strategy sessions in preparation of negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or...

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

At 6:53 PM to enter into Executive Session, to return to Open Session, to conduct strategy sessions in preparation of negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted at 6:53 PM to enter into Executive Session, to return to Open Session, to conduct strategy sessions in preparation of negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain – Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Authorize the Chairman to sign a letter of support for a grant that will be used for repairs at Stoney Brook Dam

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Chairman to sign a letter of support for a grant that will be used for repairs at Stoney Brook Dam

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to authorize the Chairman to sign a letter of support for a grant that will be used for repairs at Stoney Brook Dam. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Manager to enter into Host Community Agreement negotiations with KB Collective Delivery to be located at 477 Wareham Street

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Town Manager to enter into Host Community Agreement negotiations with KB Collective Delivery to be located at 477 Wareham Street

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to authorize the Town Manager to enter into Host Community Agreement negotiations with KB Collective Delivery to be located at 477 Wareham Street. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Authorize the Chairman to sign the Reauthorization of the SERSG Intermunicipal Agreement

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Chairman to sign the Reauthorization of the SERSG Intermunicipal Agreement

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the Reauthorization of the SERSG Intermunicipal Agreement. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Rescind the previous motion

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To rescind the previous motion

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to rescind the previous motion. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)

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

Authorize the Chairman to sign the Reauthorization of the SERSG Intermunicipal Agreement

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To authorize the Chairman to sign the Reauthorization of the SERSG Intermunicipal Agreement

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the Reauthorization of the SERSG Intermunicipal Agreement. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)

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

Reauthorize and amend the Intermunicipal Agreement that created the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) so as to extend the term of that agreement for a period of twenty-five years from...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To reauthorize and amend the Intermunicipal Agreement that created the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) so as to extend the term of that agreement for a period of twenty-five years from February 1, 2021, subject to any rights of termination or withdrawal, with all other terms of the original agreement remaining in place without change, and to authorize Chairman Leilani Dalpe to executive any documents necessary to effectuate the purpose of this vote

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to reauthorize and amend the Intermunicipal Agreement that created the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) so as to extend the term of that agreement for a period of twenty-five years from February 1, 2021, subject to any rights of termination or withdrawal, with all other terms of the original agreement remaining in place without change, and to authorize Chairman Leilani Dalpe to executive any documents necessary to effectuate the purpose of this vote. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Demers)

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

NOT exercise its option on the 61B withdrawal of Map 023, Lot 2939, Precinct Street

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To NOT exercise its option on the 61B withdrawal of Map 023, Lot 2939, Precinct Street

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Rosenthal, the Board voted to NOT exercise its option on the 61B withdrawal of Map 023, Lot 2939, Precinct Street. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Rosenthal)

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

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,...

Minutes, page 6

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)

Approve the 2021 Patriot Half Triathlon scheduled for Saturday, June 19, 2021 with athletes cycling on the roads of Middleborough between 8 AM and 12 PM and approve the route indicated

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To approve the 2021 Patriot Half Triathlon scheduled for Saturday, June 19, 2021 with athletes cycling on the roads of Middleborough between 8 AM and 12 PM and approve the route indicated

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to approve the 2021 Patriot Half Triathlon scheduled for Saturday, June 19, 2021 with athletes cycling on the roads of Middleborough between 8 AM and 12 PM and approve the route indicated. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)

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

Continue the Variance Request for 13 & 17 King's Way to Monday, March 15, 2021 at 7:45 PM

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To continue the Variance Request for 13 & 17 King's Way to Monday, March 15, 2021 at 7:45 PM

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to continue the Variance Request for 13 & 17 King's Way to Monday, March 15, 2021 at 7:45 PM. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain – Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye.” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Close the hearing

Minutes, page 8

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To close the hearing

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted to close the hearing. Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain – Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye.” (Motion: Demers, second: Battistini)

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

Find that the proposed use: a

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To find that the proposed use: a

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted unanimously to find that the proposed use: a..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Germain)

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

Adjourn at 9:15 PM

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To adjourn at 9:15 PM

From the minutes

“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to adjourn at 9:15 PM. . Polled vote: Selectmen A. Battistini - Aye, L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain – Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye.” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

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