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September 9, 2024
12 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Mark Germain, Brian Giovanoni, Thomas White, Teresa Farley, William Pike Jr.
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the minutes from 8/19/2024
To approve the minutes from 8/19/2024.
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley, the Board unanimously to approve the minutes from 8/19/2024..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
For winners D, B and A for the "I Voted" sticker contest
For winners D, B and A for the "I Voted" sticker contest
From the minutes
“Select Board Member B. Giovanoni made a motion for winners D, B and A and seconded by Select Board Member by T. White. The Board voted unanimously for winners D, B and A for the "I Voted" sticker contest..” (Motion: Giovanoni)
It's not a conflict of interest
That it's not a conflict of interest
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 by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member B. Pike. Discussion: Town Manager J. McGrail explained that Town Council, KP Law, serves the North Carver Water District, Town of Carver and the Town of Middleborough and Middleborough has been supplying water to the Town of Carver over the past nine months under an emergency authorization. Efforts now to solidify that relationship with Town Council's assistance in the future. Seeking Select Board vote that it's not a conflict of interest..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Pike)
Execute determination by KP regarding their representation of the North Carver Water District, Carver and Middleborough with respect to an intermunicipal water supply connection between the Town...
To execute determination by KP regarding their representation of the North Carver Water District, Carver and Middleborough with respect to an intermunicipal water supply connection between the Town and the District
From the minutes
“The Board voted unanimously to execute determination by KP regarding their representation of the North Carver Water District, Carver and Middleborough with respect to an intermunicipal water supply connection between the Town and the District..”
Have KP Law draft an Amicus Brief in support of the Town of Milton regarding the lawsuit the State filed against Milton for not complying with MBTA Zoning
To have KP Law draft an Amicus Brief in support of the Town of Milton regarding the lawsuit the State filed against Milton for not complying with MBTA Zoning
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 by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. (Attorney Jon Murray, KP Law joined meeting via Zoom) Discussion: Town Manager J. McGrail explained about six months ago the Select Board voted to have KP Law draft an Amicus Brief in support of the Town of Milton regarding the lawsuit the State filed against Milton for not complying with MBTA Zoning..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
Authorize KP Law to submit Amicus Brief - Attorney General v
To authorize KP Law to submit Amicus Brief - Attorney General v. Town of Milton/MBTA Zoning
From the minutes
“The Board voted unanimously to authorize KP Law to submit Amicus Brief - Attorney General v. Town of Milton/MBTA Zoning..”
Not exercise Right of First Refusal (ROFR) - Wood St. parcel 70-4767
To not exercise Right of First Refusal (ROFR) - Wood St. parcel 70-4767
From the minutes
“Upon motion by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White. Discussion: Town Manager J. McGrail explained this was for a transfer of only the front portion of the parcel the town is under a tight 30-day timeline. Select Board Chair M. Germain clarified the parcel is 44,500 square feet converting from cultural to residential use. Correspondence received from Conservation Commission, Planning, Water and Assessors not exercising the right. The Board voted unanimously to not exercise Right of First Refusal (ROFR) - Wood St. parcel 70-4767..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approving a One Day Beer & Wine License for bartending services by Fork in the Road Catering for an event to be held from 12 PM to 4 PM on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Jackson Street Field
Approving a One Day Beer & Wine License for bartending services by Fork in the Road Catering for an event to be held from 12 PM to 4 PM on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Jackson Street Field
From the minutes
“Upon motion by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni And seconded by Select Board Member B. Pike. Discussion: Select Board Chair M. Germain reiterated the 21-day policy for One Day Beer and Wine License applications as documents were received during meeting past deadline. The Board voted unanimously approving a One Day Beer & Wine License for bartending services by Fork in the Road Catering for an event to be held from 12 PM to 4 PM on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Jackson Street Field..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Pike)
Approving a One Day Beer & Wine License for bartending services by Harper Lane for an event to be held from 5:30 PM to 9 PM on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Middleborough Public Library, 102 N....
Approving a One Day Beer & Wine License for bartending services by Harper Lane for an event to be held from 5:30 PM to 9 PM on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Middleborough Public Library, 102 N. Main Street
From the minutes
“Upon motion by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. The Board voted unanimously approving a One Day Beer & Wine License for bartending services by Harper Lane for an event to be held from 5:30 PM to 9 PM on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Middleborough Public Library, 102 N. Main Street..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
Approving a One Day Beer & Wine License for bartending services by Harper Lane for an event to be held from 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Soule Homestead Education Center, 46...
Approving a One Day Beer & Wine License for bartending services by Harper Lane for an event to be held from 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Soule Homestead Education Center, 46 Soule Street
From the minutes
“Upon motion by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White. Discussion: Select Board Member B. Giovanni expressed appreciation for applicant including a TIPS certificate with application. The Board voted unanimously approving a One Day Beer & Wine License for bartending services by Harper Lane for an event to be held from 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Soule Homestead Education Center, 46 Soule Street..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Approve access path for Waterman Way located off 1 Spruce Street and 534 Wareham Street for Enhanced 9-1-1
Approve access path for Waterman Way located off 1 Spruce Street and 534 Wareham Street for Enhanced 9-1-1
From the minutes
“Upon motion by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by T. Farley. Discussion: Town Manager J. McGrail explained this is not a new road, but a shared driveway with an official name for enhanced 9-1-1 to assist in emergency efforts. The Board voted unanimously approve access path for Waterman Way located off 1 Spruce Street and 534 Wareham Street for Enhanced 9-1-1..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
Adjourn at 8:33 p.m
To adjourn at 8:33 p.m
From the minutes
“ADJOURN Upon motion made by, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 8:33 p.m..”
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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