April 14, 2025

“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White. The Board voted unanimously to approve the new water main – Myrtle Street and Myrtle Avenue..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni that the summer mandatory program (all outdoor non-essential water use) is permanent from 5/1 to 9/30 each year and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. The Board passed the motion unanimously..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni to authorize the Town Manager to immediately issue a water restriction, in consultation with the Select Board Chair to enact the water restriction, and seconded by T. White. The Board passed the motion unanimously..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board Member T. Farley to allow Soule Homestead to complete construction of front porch and seconded by Select Board Member T. White. Town Manager J. McGrail read aloud letter from Interim Health Agent Jen Gailey. The Board voted unanimously to complete construction of the front porch..” (Motion: Farley, second: White)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White. Select Board Member B. Pike accepted the SRPEDD Commission appointment. The Board voted unanimously to appoint Select Board Member B. Pike to the SRPEDD Commission for a 1-year term..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Pike and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. All required application documents were received. Meeting Minutes April 14, 2025 The Board voted unanimously to approve a One Day All Alcohol Liquor License for The Bartending Service of the New England for a wedding reception on Sunday, May 25" from 3:45 PM – 9:00 PM at Middleborough Town Hall, Nickerson Avenue..” (Motion: Pike, second: Farley)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White. Select Board Chair M. Germain read aloud the event requirements requested by the Fire Chief. The Board voted unanimously to approve the "2025 Bike MS: Cape Cod Getaway" Charity Bike Event to be held on Saturday, June 28" 2025 with cyclists utilizing Middleborough roads, as indicated, between 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM subject to satisfaction of Police and Fire Requirements..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. Select Board Member T. Farley stated this permit is renewed yearly and allows for seasonal cottages. The Board voted unanimously to approve the April 15" through October 15" Seasonal Permit for Kings Way..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. Admin. Assistant M. Coyle confirmed the renewal list accurate as received by the Town Clerk's office. The Board voted unanimously to approve the 2025-2026 renewal of Fuel Storage as indicated..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by T. Farley. Meeting Minutes April 14, 2025 Applicants currently in good standing as of 4/14: Costello Dismantling Co., Gregory Scot Jewelers, Inc., Middleborough Recycling, Inc., Rustic Rhino and Spring Brook Treasures. Applicants still to submit paperwork by 4/30: Massgrailz Vintage (outstanding taxes), Middleborough Antiques and Vintage Vault. The Board voted to unanimously to approve the 2025-2026 renewal of the Second Hand/Pawnbroker/Junk Dealer/Old Metals Licenses subject the receipt of all required documentation being filed with the Select Board's Office an that there are no taxes or fees owed to the Town..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)

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“Select Board Member B. Giovanoni made a motion to codify the letter sent to J. Barrella from Select Board Chair M. Germain and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. Select Board Member B. Giovanoni read aloud the email sent by Select Board Chair M. Germain to J. Barrella and Select Board regarding Barrella not to contact the Town Manager and Town personnel. Select Board Member T. Farley felt it was unfortunate as Barrella was not in attendance, however, felt the email was appropriate as the matter did not come about lightly. Select Board Chair M. Germain read J. Barrella's response dated 4/14. Select Board Member T. White encouraged J. Barrella to come before the Select Board to understand the issue. D. Stewart stated she does not agree with motion as no one knows the specifics of the issue. Town Manager J. McGrail stated after a few months of multiple requests from J. Barrella, it became clear requests were not satisfied and McGrail asked for assistance from the Select Board. Meeting Minutes April 14, 2025 Select Board Chair M. Germain stated he stands by the Town Manager, Town employees and the letter he sent. He offered Barrella his choice of a public meeting or executive session. The Board voted unanimously to codify the letter sent to J. Barella from Select Board Chair M. Germain on April 11",.” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. White, the Board voted unanimously to approve the application filed by Shimin Liu and Lifeng Zhang for Special Permit under the Water Resource Protection District By-Law to allow for access road improvement: gravel road installation and drainage upgrades..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: White)

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“Upon motion made by Select Board Member B. Giovanoni and seconded by Select Board Member T. Farley. The Board voted unanimously to approve application filed by Joshua Deolim, Route 28 Auto Solutions for a Class IT Automobile "Internet Only" Dealer's License for the premises located at 228 Bedford Street, Middleboro, MA, Assessors Map 019, Lot 1671..” (Motion: Giovanoni, second: Farley)

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