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January 24, 2022
27 recorded votes, 1 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 to Return to Open Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or...
To enter into Executive Session to Return to Open Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares
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 enter into Executive Session to Return to Open Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
Amend the John Pooler Agreement Health Insurance deduction from 30% to 20%
To amend the John Pooler Agreement Health Insurance deduction from 30% to 20%
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to amend the John Pooler Agreement Health Insurance deduction from 30% to 20%..” (Motion: Demers, second: Battistini)
Authorize the Town Manager to sign the Tentative Agreement with the DPW Employees of the AFSCME Council 93, Local 1700, ratify the contract for signature with a 2.5% increase over three years
To authorize the Town Manager to sign the Tentative Agreement with the DPW Employees of the AFSCME Council 93, Local 1700, ratify the contract for signature with a 2.5% increase over three years
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to authorize the Town Manager to sign the Tentative Agreement with the DPW Employees of the AFSCME Council 93, Local 1700, ratify the contract for signature with a 2.5% increase over three years..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)
Approve the 1/3/2022 minutes as amended
To approve the 1/3/2022 minutes as amended
From the minutes
“MINUTES Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to approve the 1/3/2022 minutes as amended..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)
Approve the 1/6/2022 minutes as presented
To approve the 1/6/2022 minutes as presented
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted unanimously to approve the 1/6/2022 minutes as presented..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
Authorize the Chairman or his designee to sign the warrants for week ending 1/29/2022
To authorize the Chairman or his designee to sign the warrants for week ending 1/29/2022
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to authorize the Chairman or his designee to sign the warrants for week ending 1/29/2022..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Appoint the following former full-time, retired, officers as Retired Reserve Special Police Officers for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Dennis Amaral, Peter Andrade, Charles...
To appoint the following former full-time, retired, officers as Retired Reserve Special Police Officers for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Dennis Amaral, Peter Andrade, Charles Armanetti, Deborah Batista, Todd Bazarewsky, John Bettencourt, Ronald Costa, Benjamin Mackiewicz, David Mackiewicz, Stephen Nelson, Mark Pontes, Steven Schofield and Gerry Thayer
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to appoint the following former full-time, retired, officers as Retired Reserve Special Police Officers for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Dennis Amaral, Peter Andrade, Charles Armanetti, Deborah Batista, Todd Bazarewsky, John Bettencourt, Ronald Costa, Benjamin Mackiewicz, David Mackiewicz, Stephen Nelson, Mark Pontes, Steven Schofield and Gerry Thayer..” (Motion: Demers, second: Battistini)
Appoint the following Reserve and Special Police Officers for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Mitchell Benson, Fred Conley, Stephen Craig, Michael Doyle, William Ferdinand, Mark...
To appoint the following Reserve and Special Police Officers for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Mitchell Benson, Fred Conley, Stephen Craig, Michael Doyle, William Ferdinand, Mark Foster, Matthew Foye, Paul Frost, Bryant Irish, Kelly Jarabek, Andrew Johnson, Michael Johnson, Serge Loiselle, Joseph McGreevy, Raymond Meleski, Daniel Newton, Kendra Perry, Robert Pike, John Ponte, Gustavo Ribeiro, Jose Rodrigues, Kurt Vanderzyde and Chelsea Weiland
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to appoint the following Reserve and Special Police Officers for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Mitchell Benson, Fred Conley, Stephen Craig, Michael Doyle, William Ferdinand, Mark Foster, Matthew Foye, Paul Frost, Bryant Irish, Kelly Jarabek, Andrew Johnson, Michael Johnson, Serge Loiselle, Joseph McGreevy, Raymond Meleski, Daniel Newton, Kendra Perry, Robert Pike, John Ponte, Gustavo Ribeiro, Jose Rodrigues, Kurt Vanderzyde and Chelsea Weiland.” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)
Appoint the following to the position of Matron for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Amy Dowler, Kelly Jarabek, Katrina Lee and Kendra Perry
To appoint the following to the position of Matron for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Amy Dowler, Kelly Jarabek, Katrina Lee and Kendra Perry
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to appoint the following to the position of Matron for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Amy Dowler, Kelly Jarabek, Katrina Lee and Kendra Perry..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Appoint James Thomasson to the position of Police Chaplain for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023
To appoint James Thomasson to the position of Police Chaplain for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to appoint James Thomasson to the position of Police Chaplain for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023..” (Motion: Demers, second: Battistini)
Appoint the following to the position of Auxiliary Crossing Guard for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Gill Amaral, Richard Andrews, Shawn Covel, Christine Kozloski, Peter McDermott,...
To appoint the following to the position of Auxiliary Crossing Guard for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Gill Amaral, Richard Andrews, Shawn Covel, Christine Kozloski, Peter McDermott, James Hutchinson, John Scott Beech, Howard Bumpus and Roy Silvia
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to appoint the following to the position of Auxiliary Crossing Guard for a one year term to expire on January 31, 2023, Gill Amaral, Richard Andrews, Shawn Covel, Christine Kozloski, Peter McDermott, James Hutchinson, John Scott Beech, Howard Bumpus and Roy Silvia..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Not Exercise its Right of First Refusal on the Chapter 61A request for property off Rocky Meadow Street, Assessors Map 044, Lot 6036, "Lot 1" that consists of 1.856 acers
To Not Exercise its Right of First Refusal on the Chapter 61A request for property off Rocky Meadow Street, Assessors Map 044, Lot 6036, "Lot 1" that consists of 1.856 acers
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to Not Exercise its Right of First Refusal on the Chapter 61A request for property off Rocky Meadow Street, Assessors Map 044, Lot 6036, "Lot 1" that consists of 1.856 acers..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Not Exercise its Right of First Refusal on the Chapter 61A request for property off Rocky Meadow Street, Assessors Map 044, Lot 6036, "Lot 2" that consists of 1.876 acers
To Not Exercise its Right of First Refusal on the Chapter 61A request for property off Rocky Meadow Street, Assessors Map 044, Lot 6036, "Lot 2" that consists of 1.876 acers
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to Not Exercise its Right of First Refusal on the Chapter 61A request for property off Rocky Meadow Street, Assessors Map 044, Lot 6036, "Lot 2" that consists of 1.876 acers..” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)
Approve the adjusted amount for the refinancing of 11 Anderson Avenue, a 40B property in Middleborough and subject to the approval of the State
To approve the adjusted amount for the refinancing of 11 Anderson Avenue, a 40B property in Middleborough and subject to the approval of the State
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted unanimously to approve the adjusted amount for the refinancing of 11 Anderson Avenue, a 40B property in Middleborough and subject to the approval of the State..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Germain)
Authorize the Chairman to sign the Town's Application for the MHC FY '22 Survey and Planning Granted as presented
To authorize the Chairman to sign the Town's Application for the MHC FY '22 Survey and Planning Granted as presented
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted unanimously to authorize the Chairman to sign the Town's Application for the MHC FY '22 Survey and Planning Granted as presented..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Germain)
Refer Gateway Lane and Paddock Circle Roadway Acceptance to the Planning Board for a recommendation and schedule a hearing for the Roadway Acceptance for Gateway Lane and Paddock Circle Roadway...
To refer Gateway Lane and Paddock Circle Roadway Acceptance to the Planning Board for a recommendation and schedule a hearing for the Roadway Acceptance for Gateway Lane and Paddock Circle Roadway for Monday, February 28, 2022 at 7:30 PM
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to refer Gateway Lane and Paddock Circle Roadway Acceptance to the Planning Board for a recommendation and schedule a hearing for the Roadway Acceptance for Gateway Lane and Paddock Circle Roadway for Monday, February 28, 2022 at 7:30 PM..” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)
Appoint Kelly Jarabek as the Animal Control Officer/Back Up Animal Inspector for the Town of Middleborough with a one year term to expire January 31, 2023
To appoint Kelly Jarabek as the Animal Control Officer/Back Up Animal Inspector for the Town of Middleborough with a one year term to expire January 31, 2023
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Kelly Jarabek as the Animal Control Officer/Back Up Animal Inspector for the Town of Middleborough with a one year term to expire January 31, 2023..” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)
Appoint Rosemarie Archer as the Assistant to Animal Control for a one year term to expire January 31, 2023
To appoint Rosemarie Archer as the Assistant to Animal Control for a one year term to expire January 31, 2023
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Rosemarie Archer as the Assistant to Animal Control for a one year term to expire January 31, 2023..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Appoint Derel Lee Twombly as the Animal Inspector/Back up Animal Control Officer for a one year term to expire January 31, 2023
To appoint Derel Lee Twombly as the Animal Inspector/Back up Animal Control Officer for a one year term to expire January 31, 2023
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Derel Lee Twombly as the Animal Inspector/Back up Animal Control Officer for a one year term to expire January 31, 2023..” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)
Approve the List of Races, Practice Dates and Beer & Wince Licensing for the 2022 Season at the Capeway Rovers as indicated and request to be notified if there are any changes in the schedule due...
To approve the List of Races, Practice Dates and Beer & Wince Licensing for the 2022 Season at the Capeway Rovers as indicated and request to be notified if there are any changes in the schedule due to COVID
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to approve the List of Races, Practice Dates and Beer & Wince Licensing for the 2022 Season at the Capeway Rovers as indicated and request to be notified if there are any changes in the schedule due to COVID..” (Motion: Germain, second: Battistini)
Approve an increase in the number of taxis for Stella's Livery Service form five taxis to a total of seven taxis and confirm that all vehicles are register in Town
To approve an increase in the number of taxis for Stella's Livery Service form five taxis to a total of seven taxis and confirm that all vehicles are register in Town
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to approve an increase in the number of taxis for Stella's Livery Service form five taxis to a total of seven taxis and confirm that all vehicles are register in Town..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)
Approve the addition of a new precinct and a polling location, Precinct 7, with the polling location to be at the John T. Nichols, Jr. Middle School, located at 112 Tiger Drive and further move to...
To approve the addition of a new precinct and a polling location, Precinct 7, with the polling location to be at the John T. Nichols, Jr. Middle School, located at 112 Tiger Drive and further move to include all the current precincts and existing polling location as indicated
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to approve the addition of a new precinct and a polling location, Precinct 7, with the polling location to be at the John T. Nichols, Jr. Middle School, located at 112 Tiger Drive and further move to include all the current precincts and existing polling location as indicated..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Sign the Order of Taking for Whitetail Lane
To sign the Order of Taking for Whitetail Lane
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to sign the Order of Taking for Whitetail Lane..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Sign the Order of Taking for Thrush Hollow Lane
To sign the Order of Taking for Thrush Hollow Lane
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to sign the Order of Taking for Thrush Hollow Lane..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to close the hearing..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Battistini)
Find that the proposed use: a
To find that the proposed use: a
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Rosenthal and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to find that the proposed use: a..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Demers)
Adjourn at 8:30 PM
To adjourn at 8:30 PM
From the minutes
“ADJOURNMENT Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 8:30 PM..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
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