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June 26, 2023
28 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Mark Germain, Brian Giovanoni, Neil Rosenthal, Thomas White
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Neil Rosenthal stepped off the Board for an item (8:53 PM)
- Neil Rosenthal stepped back onto the Board (8:59 PM)
Every vote, in order
Authorize the Town Manager to negotiate an IMA Amendment for Old Colony High School in Rochester
To authorize the Town Manager to negotiate an IMA Amendment for Old Colony High School in Rochester
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted unanimously to authorize the Town Manager to negotiate an IMA Amendment for Old Colony High School in Rochester..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: White)
Put Middleboro back on the Water Tank as discussed
To put Middleboro back on the Water Tank as discussed
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 put Middleboro back on the Water Tank as discussed..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Allocate 350,000 in Federal ARPA Funding toward the design of the East Grove Water Treatment Plan
To allocate 350,000 in Federal ARPA Funding toward the design of the East Grove Water Treatment Plan
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 allocate 350,000 in Federal ARPA Funding toward the design of the East Grove Water Treatment Plan..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve Amendment No. 1 for Weston & Sampson's Engineers, Inc. for the East Grove Street water Treatment Facility as indicated
To approve Amendment No. 1 for Weston & Sampson's Engineers, Inc. for the East Grove Street water Treatment Facility as indicated
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 approve Amendment No. 1 for Weston & Sampson's Engineers, Inc. for the East Grove Street water Treatment Facility as indicated..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve the original Phase I & Phase II Sewer Connections through the "dosing" system for the 8 Station Street Sewer
To approve the original Phase I & Phase II Sewer Connections through the "dosing" system for the 8 Station Street Sewer
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal and seconded by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni, the Board voted unanimously to approve the original Phase I & Phase II Sewer Connections through the "dosing" system for the 8 Station Street Sewer..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Giovanoni)
Approve the proposal of a "one-time" incentive of $25 off the resident water bill in exchange for their agreement to sample for Lead and Copper at their residence
To approve the proposal of a "one-time" incentive of $25 off the resident water bill in exchange for their agreement to sample for Lead and Copper at their residence
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 approve the proposal of a "one-time" incentive of $25 off the resident water bill in exchange for their agreement to sample for Lead and Copper at their residence..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Appoint Richard Young and Betty Wainwright to the Council on Aging Board of Directors for a three year term to expire June 30, 2026
To appoint Richard Young and Betty Wainwright to the Council on Aging Board of Directors for a three year term to expire June 30, 2026,
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Richard Young and Betty Wainwright to the Council on Aging Board of Directors for a three year term to expire June 30, 2026,.” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: White)
Appoint Jim Okolita, Heather Montross and Sharon Hartlen-Neely to the Board of Library Trustees with terms to expire on June 30, 2026
To appoint Jim Okolita, Heather Montross and Sharon Hartlen-Neely to the Board of Library Trustees with terms to expire on June 30, 2026
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 N. Rosenthal and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted unanimously to appoint Richard Young and Betty Wainwright to the Council on Aging Board of Directors for a three year term to expire June 30, 2026, Upon motion made by Select Board Member T. White and seconded by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal, the Board voted to appoint Jim Okolita, Heather Montross and Sharon Hartlen-Neely to the Board of Library Trustees with terms to expire on June 30, 2026. Motion Carries..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: White)
Appoint Joseph Mandile as a regular Board Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire June 30, 2024
To appoint Joseph Mandile as a regular Board Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire June 30, 2024
The minutes say the Board voted to do this but do not give a count or say it was unanimous.
From the minutes
“3-1-0 Upon motion made by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to appoint Joseph Mandile as a regular Board Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire June 30, 2024. Motion Carries..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: White)
Open the Special Town Meeting Warrant on July 10, 2023 and close the warrant on September 8, 2023 to be held on November 6, 2023
To open the Special Town Meeting Warrant on July 10, 2023 and close the warrant on September 8, 2023 to be held on November 6, 2023
From the minutes
“3-1-0 Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal, the Board voted unanimously to open the Special Town Meeting Warrant on July 10, 2023 and close the warrant on September 8, 2023 to be held on November 6, 2023..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Approve an Automatic Amusement License for the Hideaway 2.0
To vote to approve an Automatic Amusement License for the Hideaway 2.0
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member T. White and seconded by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal, the Board voted unanimously to vote to approve an Automatic Amusement License for the Hideaway 2.0..” (Motion: White, second: Rosenthal)
Approve a Weekday Entertainment License for the Hideaway 2.0
To approve a Weekday Entertainment License for the Hideaway 2.0
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member T. White and seconded by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal, the Board voted unanimously to approve a Weekday Entertainment License for the Hideaway 2.0..” (Motion: White, second: Rosenthal)
Approve the additional 2% local COLA option for the Town's Plymouth County Retirees
To approve the additional 2% local COLA option for the Town's Plymouth County Retirees
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal and seconded by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni, the Board voted unanimously to approve the additional 2% local COLA option for the Town's Plymouth County Retirees..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: Giovanoni)
Approve six Beer & Wine Licenses for the following dates: 6/30, 7/1, 7/2, 7/7, 7/8 & 7/9 from 5 PM to 7 PM at Oliver Mill Park for Nemasket River Productions
To approve six Beer & Wine Licenses for the following dates: 6/30, 7/1, 7/2, 7/7, 7/8 & 7/9 from 5 PM to 7 PM at Oliver Mill Park for Nemasket River Productions
The names in the minutes do not match the count (3-1), so only the count is shown.
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 six Beer & Wine Licenses for the following dates: 6/30, 7/1, 7/2, 7/7, 7/8 & 7/9 from 5 PM to 7 PM at Oliver Mill Park for Nemasket River Productions. Motion Carries. Motion Carries. 3-1-0 (Select Board Member N. Rosenthal abstains.).” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Sign two (2) Quit Claim Deeds for Picone Farm as indicated
To sign two (2) Quit Claim Deeds for Picone Farm as indicated
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 sign two (2) Quit Claim Deeds for Picone Farm as indicated..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Sign the Use and Occupancy Agreement for Picone Farm
To sign the Use and Occupancy Agreement for Picone Farm
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 sign the Use and Occupancy Agreement for Picone Farm..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Appoint Eric Stebbins, of Middleborough, as a Police Officer, effective 7/10/2023
To appoint Eric Stebbins, of Middleborough, as a Police Officer, effective 7/10/2023
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 appoint Eric Stebbins, of Middleborough, as a Police Officer, effective 7/10/2023.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Appoint Tyler Egan, of Middleborough, as a Police Officer, effective 8/14/2023
To appoint Tyler Egan, of Middleborough, as a Police Officer, effective 8/14/2023
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 appoint Tyler Egan, of Middleborough, as a Police Officer, effective 8/14/2023..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve a One Day Beer License for Brewery 44, for an event on July 8, 2023 at Soule Homestead
To approve a One Day Beer License for Brewery 44, for an event on July 8, 2023 at Soule Homestead
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 approve a One Day Beer License for Brewery 44, for an event on July 8, 2023 at Soule Homestead..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve the reimbursement request in the amount of $108.55 from the Weston Forest Fund for Land Stewart Training
To approve the reimbursement request in the amount of $108.55 from the Weston Forest Fund for Land Stewart Training
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 approve the reimbursement request in the amount of $108.55 from the Weston Forest Fund for Land Stewart Training..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Approve and sign the Order of Conditions for the Earth Removal Permit for 11 Gid Circle as amended
To approve and sign the Order of Conditions for the Earth Removal Permit for 11 Gid Circle as amended
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted unanimously to approve and sign the Order of Conditions for the Earth Removal Permit for 11 Gid Circle as amended..” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: White)
Approve and sign the Order of Conditions for the Earth Removal Permit for Byrne, Chestnut Street as presented
To approve and sign the Order of Conditions for the Earth Removal Permit for Byrne, Chestnut Street as presented
The names in the minutes do not match the count (3-1), so only the count is shown.
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member N. Rosenthal and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to approve and sign the Order of Conditions for the Earth Removal Permit for Byrne, Chestnut Street as presented. Motion Carries. 3-1-0 (Select Board Member B. Giovanoni abstains).” (Motion: Rosenthal, second: White)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
Neil Rosenthal had stepped off the Board for this item and is left out of this vote.
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..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve the Second Hand Dealers License for the Rustic Rhino for property located at 12 South Main Street, Assessors Map SOP, Lot 6284
To approve the Second Hand Dealers License for the Rustic Rhino for property located at 12 South Main Street, Assessors Map SOP, Lot 6284
Neil Rosenthal had stepped off the Board for this item and is left out of this vote.
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 approve the Second Hand Dealers License for the Rustic Rhino for property located at 12 South Main Street, Assessors Map SOP, Lot 6284..” (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..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve the Petition from Middleborough Gas & Electric and Verizon New England to Relocate one (1) Jointly Owned Pole 410, Located on Wareham Street
To approve the Petition from Middleborough Gas & Electric and Verizon New England to Relocate one (1) Jointly Owned Pole 410, Located on Wareham Street,
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 approve the Petition from Middleborough Gas & Electric and Verizon New England to Relocate one (1) Jointly Owned Pole 410, Located on Wareham Street,.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Authorize the Town Manager to accept the proposal and negotiate a purchase and sales agreement to bring to the Select Board for approval on the Rock Village School
To authorize the Town Manager to accept the proposal and negotiate a purchase and sales agreement to bring to the Select Board for approval on the Rock Village School
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 authorize the Town Manager to accept the proposal and negotiate a purchase and sales agreement to bring to the Select Board for approval on the Rock Village School..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Rosenthal)
Adjourn at 9:14 PM
To adjourn at 9:14 PM
The minutes say the Board voted to do this but do not give a count or say it was unanimous.
From the minutes
“ADJOURNMENT Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted to adjourn at 9:14 PM.” (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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