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January 27, 2025
18 recorded votes, 0 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 1/13/2025
To approve the minutes from 1/13/2025
From the minutes
“MINUTES Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member B. Pike. The Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from 1/13/2025..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Pike)
On Annual Appointments of Special Police Officers, Police Chaplain and Crossing Guards for 2025 as indicated
On Annual Appointments of Special Police Officers, Police Chaplain and Crossing Guards for 2025 as indicated
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. The Board voted unanimously on Annual Appointments of Special Police Officers, Police Chaplain and Crossing Guards for 2025 as indicated..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
Appoint Robert Ferreira as permanent Police Chief
To appoint Robert Ferreira as permanent Police Chief
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. The Board voted unanimously to appoint Robert Ferreira as permanent Police Chief..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
Appoint Nancy Kefalis as Planning Board Member through April 2025
To appoint Nancy Kefalis as Planning Board Member through April 2025
From the minutes
“Motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member B. Pike. The Select Board voted unanimously to appoint Nancy Kefalis as Planning Board Member through April 2025..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Pike)
Appoint Karen Blair as Constable for a One Year Term to expire on February 28, 2026
To appoint Karen Blair as Constable for a One Year Term to expire on February 28, 2026
From the minutes
“Vote to appoint Karen Blair as Constable for a One Year Term to expire on February 28, 2026. Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. The Board voted unanimously to appoint Karen Blair as Constable for a One Year Term to expire on February 28, 2026..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
Ratify appointment of Olivia Pasquarello to Commission on Disability for term expiring June 30, 2027
To ratify appointment of Olivia Pasquarello to Commission on Disability for term expiring June 30, 2027
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. Town Manager J. McGrail stated he interviewed Olivia and she seemed to be a good fit. Select Board T. Farley echoed McGrail's sentiments. The Board voted unanimously to ratify appointment of Olivia Pasquarello to Commission on Disability for term expiring June 30, 2027..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
Close Earth Removal Permit 23-01 / Gid Circle. h
To close Earth Removal Permit 23-01 / Gid Circle. h
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Pike and seconded by Select Board Member T. White. Select Board Member B. Giovanoni thanked McGrail for obtaining the requested as-built. McGrail stated he would collaborate with C. Peck, DPW Director on ways to monitor these types of projects. The Board voted unanimously to close Earth Removal Permit 23-01 / Gid Circle. h..” (Motion: Pike, second: White)
Appoint N. Rosenthal as Member At-Large, Town Manager J. McGrail as Ex-Officio Member and T. Farley as Select Board Liaison to the Soule Homestead Advisory Committee
To appoint N. Rosenthal as Member At-Large, Town Manager J. McGrail as Ex-Officio Member and T. Farley as Select Board Liaison to the Soule Homestead Advisory Committee
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White. Middleborough Select Board / Board of Health / Rent Board Meeting Minutes January 27, 2025 Select Board Member T. White stated Rosenthal had the town's best interest in mind. Select Board Member T. Farley stated she would be an impartial member, to listen and be fair to all involved to do what is best for the town. The Board voted unanimously to appoint N. Rosenthal as Member At-Large, Town Manager J. McGrail as Ex-Officio Member and T. Farley as Select Board Liaison to the Soule Homestead Advisory Committee..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Reinstate license
To reinstate license
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley to reinstate the Class IJ Auto License for Exit 3 Truck Center with conditions of no more than 25 automobiles on the lot, center lane remains open and reinspection of premises in 30 days. The Board voted unanimously to reinstate license..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
Adopt the changes to the regulations effective Tuesday, 1/28/2025
To adopt the changes to the regulations effective Tuesday, 1/28/2025
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. The Board voted unanimously to adopt the changes to the regulations effective Tuesday, 1/28/2025..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
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. Farley, the Board voted unanimously to close the hearing..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
For the rent increase for Hillcrest Mobile Home Park
For the rent increase for Hillcrest Mobile Home Park
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted unanimously for the rent increase for Hillcrest Mobile Home Park..” (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. Farley, the Board voted unanimously to close the hearing..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
Approve the plan as presented
To approve the plan as presented
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by T. White, the Board voted unanimously to approve the plan as presented..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Those with first violations pay their required fines within 14 calendar days from tonight 1/27/25
That those with first violations pay their required fines within 14 calendar days from tonight 1/27/25
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member B. Pike, the Board voted unanimously that those with first violations pay their required fines within 14 calendar days from tonight 1/27/25..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Pike)
For Gas Depot, Jamie's Liquors, Maruti Mart and Middleborough Mart to pay $2000 fine within 7 days otherwise return to Select Board meeting on Monday, 2/3
For Gas Depot, Jamie's Liquors, Maruti Mart and Middleborough Mart to pay $2000 fine within 7 days otherwise return to Select Board meeting on Monday, 2/3. All tobacco products are to be off the shelves by noon time 1/28/25 through noon time on 2/4/25. Humidor is to be covered and sign on doors posted as recommended
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by T. White, the Board voted unanimously for Gas Depot, Jamie's Liquors, Maruti Mart and Middleborough Mart to pay $2000 fine within 7 days otherwise return to Select Board meeting on Monday, 2/3. All tobacco products are to be off the shelves by noon time 1/28/25 through noon time on 2/4/25. Humidor is to be covered and sign on doors posted as recommended..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
For Stop N Save Mart to pay $2000 fine within 7 days otherwise return to Select Board meeting on Monday, 2/3
For Stop N Save Mart to pay $2000 fine within 7 days otherwise return to Select Board meeting on Monday, 2/3. All tobacco products are to be off the shelves by noon time 1/28/25 through noon time on 2/4/25. Humidor is to be covered and sign on doors posted as recommended
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by T. White the Board voted unanimously for Stop N Save Mart to pay $2000 fine within 7 days otherwise return to Select Board meeting on Monday, 2/3. All tobacco products are to be off the shelves by noon time 1/28/25 through noon time on 2/4/25. Humidor is to be covered and sign on doors posted as recommended..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)
Adjourn at 9:36 p.m
To adjourn at 9:36 p.m
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 9:36 p.m..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)
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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