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May 1, 2023
21 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Arthur Battistini, Mark Germain, Brian Giovanoni, Neil Rosenthal, Thomas White
Absent: None
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At 7:01 to enter into Executive Session to return to Open Session for the purpose of conducting strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective...
At 7:01 to enter into Executive Session to return to Open Session for the purpose of conducting strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel – Police Chief:
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal, the Board voted at 7:01 to enter into Executive Session to return to Open Session for the purpose of conducting strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel – Police Chief: Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Enter into Executive Session to return to Open Session for the purposes to review/hold/release Executive Session Minutes for the dates of 1/3/2022 (2), 1/24/2022, 3/7/2022 (2), 3/21/2022, 5/2/2022...
At 7:05 PM to enter into Executive Session to return to Open Session for the purposes to review/hold/release Executive Session Minutes for the dates of 1/3/2022 (2), 1/24/2022, 3/7/2022 (2), 3/21/2022, 5/2/2022 & 5/16/2022:
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal, the Board voted at 7:05 PM to enter into Executive Session to return to Open Session for the purposes to review/hold/release Executive Session Minutes for the dates of 1/3/2022 (2), 1/24/2022, 3/7/2022 (2), 3/21/2022, 5/2/2022 & 5/16/2022: Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye The Board returned to Open Session at 7:15 PM..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Approve a new three year contract with an extension and a base compensation of $190,000 with 2.5% and 2.5% increase in year two and three which is in line and comparable with his longevity in the...
To approve a new three year contract with an extension and a base compensation of $190,000 with 2.5% and 2.5% increase in year two and three which is in line and comparable with his longevity in the position
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to approve a new three year contract with an extension and a base compensation of $190,000 with 2.5% and 2.5% increase in year two and three which is in line and comparable with his longevity in the position. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye UNANTICIPATED There is nothing discussed..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve the April 10, 2023 minutes as presented
To approve the April 10, 2023 minutes as presented
From the minutes
“MINUTES Upon motion made by Select Board Member T. White and seconded by Select Board Member A. Battistini, the Board voted to approve the April 10, 2023 minutes as presented. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: White, second: Battistini)
Approve the April 11, 2023 minutes as amended
To approve the April 11, 2023 minutes as amended
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to approve the April 11, 2023 minutes as amended. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve the April 18, 2023 minutes as amended
To approve the April 18, 2023 minutes as amended
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to approve the April 18, 2023 minutes as amended. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve and sign Amendment No. 1, Beta Group, Inc. for the Water Main Replacement Project on Wareham Street in the amount of $71,925
To approve and sign Amendment No. 1, Beta Group, Inc. for the Water Main Replacement Project on Wareham Street in the amount of $71,925
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal, the Board voted to approve and sign Amendment No. 1, Beta Group, Inc. for the Water Main Replacement Project on Wareham Street in the amount of $71,925. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Approve the reimbursement of $197.87 to Donna Johnson from the Weston Forest Fund for a Brochure Reprint & Earth Day Celebration Event
To approve the reimbursement of $197.87 to Donna Johnson from the Weston Forest Fund for a Brochure Reprint & Earth Day Celebration Event
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal, the Board voted to approve the reimbursement of $197.87 to Donna Johnson from the Weston Forest Fund for a Brochure Reprint & Earth Day Celebration Event. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Approve five One Day Beer & Wine Licenses for Upland Ale Company d/b/a Brewery 44, for the KOA Campground from 4 PM to 8 PM on the following dates: 5/20/23, 6/10/23, 7/22/23, 8/12/23 & 9/23/23
To approve five One Day Beer & Wine Licenses for Upland Ale Company d/b/a Brewery 44, for the KOA Campground from 4 PM to 8 PM on the following dates: 5/20/23, 6/10/23, 7/22/23, 8/12/23 & 9/23/23
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member T. White and seconded by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni, the Board voted to approve five One Day Beer & Wine Licenses for Upland Ale Company d/b/a Brewery 44, for the KOA Campground from 4 PM to 8 PM on the following dates: 5/20/23, 6/10/23, 7/22/23, 8/12/23 & 9/23/23. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: White, second: Giovanoni)
Approve a One Day All Alcohol License for The Bartending Service of New England, on July 22, 2023 for the Sip & Stroll to be held at the Town Hall from 4 PM to 8 PM with a rain date of July 23,...
To approve a One Day All Alcohol License for The Bartending Service of New England, on July 22, 2023 for the Sip & Stroll to be held at the Town Hall from 4 PM to 8 PM with a rain date of July 23, 2023 from 4 PM to 8 PM
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 Select Board Member T. White and seconded by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni, the Board voted to approve five One Day Beer & Wine Licenses for Upland Ale Company d/b/a Brewery 44, for the KOA Campground from 4 PM to 8 PM on the following dates: 5/20/23, 6/10/23, 7/22/23, 8/12/23 & 9/23/23. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to approve a One Day All Alcohol License for The Bartending Service of New England, on July 22, 2023 for the Sip & Stroll to be held at the Town Hall from 4 PM to 8 PM with a rain date of July 23, 2023 from 4 PM to 8 PM..” (Motion: White, second: Giovanoni)
Approve a One Day All Alcohol License for The Bartending Service of New England, on September 16, 2023 for the Sip & Stroll to be held at the Town Hall from 3 PM to 7 PM with a rain date of...
To approve a One Day All Alcohol License for The Bartending Service of New England, on September 16, 2023 for the Sip & Stroll to be held at the Town Hall from 3 PM to 7 PM with a rain date of September 17, 2023 from 3 PM to 7 PM
From the minutes
“Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to approve a One Day All Alcohol License for The Bartending Service of New England, on September 16, 2023 for the Sip & Stroll to be held at the Town Hall from 3 PM to 7 PM with a rain date of September 17, 2023 from 3 PM to 7 PM. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve a One Day All Alcohol License for The Bartending Service of New England, on November 18, 2023 for the Sip & Stroll to be held at the Town Hall from 11 AM to 3 PM with a rain date of...
To approve a One Day All Alcohol License for The Bartending Service of New England, on November 18, 2023 for the Sip & Stroll to be held at the Town Hall from 11 AM to 3 PM with a rain date of November 19, 2023 from 11 AM to 3 PM
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to approve a One Day All Alcohol License for The Bartending Service of New England, on November 18, 2023 for the Sip & Stroll to be held at the Town Hall from 11 AM to 3 PM with a rain date of November 19, 2023 from 11 AM to 3 PM. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Appoint Leeann Bradley as 2023-2024 Joint Transportation Planning (JTPG) Representative and Chris Peck as the Alternate for the period of 6/1/23 through 6/1/24
To appoint Leeann Bradley as 2023-2024 Joint Transportation Planning (JTPG) Representative and Chris Peck as the Alternate for the period of 6/1/23 through 6/1/24
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member A. Battistini, the Board voted to appoint Leeann Bradley as 2023-2024 Joint Transportation Planning (JTPG) Representative and Chris Peck as the Alternate for the period of 6/1/23 through 6/1/24. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Battistini)
Appoint Richard Young to the Old Colony Elder Services Board of Directors (OCES) with a term of 7/1/2023 through 6/30/2024
To appoint Richard Young to the Old Colony Elder Services Board of Directors (OCES) with a term of 7/1/2023 through 6/30/2024
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to appoint Richard Young to the Old Colony Elder Services Board of Directors (OCES) with a term of 7/1/2023 through 6/30/2024. Polled vote: A. Battistini– through - Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Designate the Finance Committee Recording Secretary, the Tourism Recording Secretary and the Office of Economic Development Clerk positon as "Special Municipal Employee Positions."
To designate the Finance Committee Recording Secretary, the Tourism Recording Secretary and the Office of Economic Development Clerk positon as "Special Municipal Employee Positions."
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal, the Board voted to designate the Finance Committee Recording Secretary, the Tourism Recording Secretary and the Office of Economic Development Clerk positon as "Special Municipal Employee Positions." Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Approve the 2023 MS Cape Cod Getaway Permit for use of Roadways as Indicated and subject to the Police and Fire Chief recommendations
To approve the 2023 MS Cape Cod Getaway Permit for use of Roadways as Indicated and subject to the Police and Fire Chief recommendations
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White the Board voted to approve the 2023 MS Cape Cod Getaway Permit for use of Roadways as Indicated and subject to the Police and Fire Chief recommendations. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted unanimously to close the hearing. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Issue a Certificate of Eviction for Patricia Colson, 7 David Drive
To issue a Certificate of Eviction for Patricia Colson, 7 David Drive
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted unanimously to issue a Certificate of Eviction for Patricia Colson, 7 David Drive. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye 7:35 PM NEW EVICTION HEARING – To consider a petition filed by Hillcrest Homeowner's Association for a Certificate of Eviction – 14 Gladys Drive Adam Bond, Counsel for Hillcrest Homeowners Association, was present for the discussion..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted unanimously to close the hearing. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Issue a Certificate of Eviction for Chester Garland Sr., 14 Gladys Drive
To issue a Certificate of Eviction for Chester Garland Sr., 14 Gladys Drive
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal, the Board voted unanimously to issue a Certificate of Eviction for Chester Garland Sr., 14 Gladys Drive. Polled vote: A. Battistini – through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Adjourn at 8:36 PM
To adjourn at 8:36 PM
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to adjourn at 8:36 PM. Polled vote: A. Battistini– through Zoom - Aye, M. Germain - Aye, B. Giovanoni - Aye, N. Rosenthal - Aye and Thomas White - Aye.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
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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