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April 12, 2021
23 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Leilani Dalpe, Arthur Battistini, Nathan Demers, Mark Germain, Neil Rosenthal
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session at 6:45 PM to return to Open Session for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to litigation that if done in an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on...
To enter into Executive Session at 6:45 PM to return to Open Session for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to litigation that if done in an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares
Yes: Dalpe, Demers, Germain, RosenthalThe roll call lists Battistini without a vote.
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to enter into Executive Session at 6:45 PM to return to Open Session for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to litigation that if done in an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. Polled vote: L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain – Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Demers)
Authorize the Chairman to sign the agreement and the use of the image of the Rock Village School
To authorize the Chairman to sign the agreement and the use of the image of the Rock Village School
Yes: Dalpe, Demers, Germain, RosenthalThe roll call lists Battistini without a vote.
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the agreement and the use of the image of the Rock Village School. Polled vote: L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain – Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Battistini)
Authorize the Chairman or her designee to sign the warrants for week ending 4/17/2021 and 4/24/2021
To authorize the Chairman or her designee to sign the warrants for week ending 4/17/2021 and 4/24/2021
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to authorize the Chairman or her designee to sign the warrants for week ending 4/17/2021 and 4/24/2021. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
Send a letter to the Medal of Honor Society and extend an invitation to the Medal of Honor recipients to visit our Town on Sunday, September 12, 2021 and coordinate a tour of the Medal of Honor...
To send a letter to the Medal of Honor Society and extend an invitation to the Medal of Honor recipients to visit our Town on Sunday, September 12, 2021 and coordinate a tour of the Medal of Honor Bridge at Pine Street, tour the 1873 Town Hall, the Veteran's Memorial Park and see the new High School Wayne Caron Auditorium
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to send a letter to the Medal of Honor Society and extend an invitation to the Medal of Honor recipients to visit our Town on Sunday, September 12, 2021 and coordinate a tour of the Medal of Honor Bridge at Pine Street, tour the 1873 Town Hall, the Veteran's Memorial Park and see the new High School Wayne Caron Auditorium. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini – Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Demers)
Authorize the Chairman to sign the Soldevilla Lawn & Landscaping Maintenance Proposal and Contract for the Oliver House
To authorize the Chairman to sign the Soldevilla Lawn & Landscaping Maintenance Proposal and Contract for the Oliver House
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to authorize the Chairman to sign the Soldevilla Lawn & Landscaping Maintenance Proposal and Contract for the Oliver House. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini – Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Authorize the Renewals of the Second Hand/Pawnbroker/Junk Dealer/Old Metals License as indicated and contingent upon completion of the renewal paperwork and tax sign off
To authorize the Renewals of the Second Hand/Pawnbroker/Junk Dealer/Old Metals License as indicated and contingent upon completion of the renewal paperwork and tax sign off
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted to authorize the Renewals of the Second Hand/Pawnbroker/Junk Dealer/Old Metals License as indicated and contingent upon completion of the renewal paperwork and tax sign off. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)
Authorize the Renewals of the Fuel Storage Licenses as indicated and contingent upon completion of the renewal paperwork and tax sign off being returned to the Town Clerk's Office
To authorize the Renewals of the Fuel Storage Licenses as indicated and contingent upon completion of the renewal paperwork and tax sign off being returned to the Town Clerk's Office
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted to authorize the Renewals of the Fuel Storage Licenses as indicated and contingent upon completion of the renewal paperwork and tax sign off being returned to the Town Clerk's Office. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)
Recommend favorable action on Articles 1-5 and Articles 7-8
To recommend favorable action on Articles 1-5 and Articles 7-8
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen N. Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to recommend favorable action on Articles 1-5 and Articles 7-8. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini– Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Demers)
Recommend favorable action on Article 6
To recommend favorable action on Article 6
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen N. Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to recommend favorable action on Article 6. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini– Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Demers)
Recommend favorable action on Articles 1-11, Articles 13-20 and Articles 27 through 32
To recommend favorable action on Articles 1-11, Articles 13-20 and Articles 27 through 32
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers the Board voted to recommend favorable action on Articles 1-11, Articles 13-20 and Articles 27 through 32. . Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini– Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Not take any action on Article 12
To not take any action on Article 12
From the minutes
“Upon motion Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted to not take any action on Article 12. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini – Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)
Recommend favorable action on Article 21 provided it is amended on the floor to include verb changes
To recommend favorable action on Article 21 provided it is amended on the floor to include verb changes
Yes: Battistini, DalpeNo: Demers, Germain, Rosenthal
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to recommend favorable action on Article 21 provided it is amended on the floor to include verb changes. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini - Aye, N. Demers - Nay, M. Germain - Nay and N. Rosenthal – Nay. Motion Does Not Carry..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Germain)
Recommend favorable action on Article 22
To recommend favorable action on Article 22
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to recommend favorable action on Article 22. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini – Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Germain)
Recommend favorable action on Article 23
To recommend favorable action on Article 23
Yes: Battistini, Dalpe, Demers, GermainNo: Rosenthal
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to recommend favorable action on Article 23. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini – Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Nay..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Recommend favorable action on Article 24 provided it is amended on the floor to include verb changes
To recommend favorable action on Article 24 provided it is amended on the floor to include verb changes
Yes: DalpeNo: Battistini, Demers, Germain, Rosenthal
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to recommend favorable action on Article 24 provided it is amended on the floor to include verb changes. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini - Nay, N. Demers - Nay, M. Germain - Nay and N. Rosenthal – Nay. Motion Does Not Carry..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Germain)
To recommend favorable action on Article 24 provided it is amended on the floor to include verb changes
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to recommend favorable action on Article 24 provided it is amended on the floor to include verb changes. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
Recommend favorable action on Article 26
To recommend favorable action on Article 26
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to recommend favorable action on Article 26. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini – Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Germain)
Close the Variance Request hearing
To close the Variance Request hearing
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to close the Variance Request hearing. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini– Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
Grant the variance to allow the installation of a new shared-septic system for the properties located at 13 and 17 King's Way, subject to the conditions that the properties shall not be occupied...
To grant the variance to allow the installation of a new shared-septic system for the properties located at 13 and 17 King's Way, subject to the conditions that the properties shall not be occupied for any purpose between October 16 and April 15 and that the existing well serving 17 King's Way be disconnected and abandoned prior to the commencement of construction and the sole source of water for the dwellings shall be the public water supply
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted to grant the variance to allow the installation of a new shared-septic system for the properties located at 13 and 17 King's Way, subject to the conditions that the properties shall not be occupied for any purpose between October 16 and April 15 and that the existing well serving 17 King's Way be disconnected and abandoned prior to the commencement of construction and the sole source of water for the dwellings shall be the public water supply. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)
Close the hearing for the King's Way Seasonal Permit Request
To close the hearing for the King's Way Seasonal Permit Request
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to close the hearing for the King's Way Seasonal Permit Request. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini– Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
The License to Operate Overnight Camp or Cabin for the period of April 15, 2021 to October 15, 2021, subject to the following terms and conditions, which shall be printed on and be considered part...
To the License to Operate Overnight Camp or Cabin for the period of April 15, 2021 to October 15, 2021, subject to the following terms and conditions, which shall be printed on and be considered part of the license:
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 Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to the License to Operate Overnight Camp or Cabin for the period of April 15, 2021 to October 15, 2021, subject to the following terms and conditions, which shall be printed on and be considered part of the license:.” (Motion: Battistini, second: Germain)
Rescind the Cease & Desist Order that was issued on King's Way dated January 22, 2021
To rescind the Cease & Desist Order that was issued on King's Way dated January 22, 2021
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to rescind the Cease & Desist Order that was issued on King's Way dated January 22, 2021. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini– Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain - Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
Adjourn at 10:00 PM
To adjourn at 10:00 PM
Yes: Dalpe, Demers, Germain, RosenthalThe roll call does not list Battistini.
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to adjourn at 10:00 PM. Polled vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, N. Demers - Aye, M. Germain – Aye and N. Rosenthal – Aye.” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
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