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March 19, 2024
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Meeting video
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Attendance
Present: Kevin Kalkut, Jim Lehan, Anita Mecklenburg
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Kevin Kalkut joined the meeting at 6:22 p.m., after the two votes to enter executive session.
Every vote, in order
Executive Session
Convene in Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation in the matter of Dziurdz vs. Norfolk ZBA (115 Park Street), because she declared...
A motion was made by Ms. Mecklenburg that the Board vote to convene in Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation in the matter of Dziurdz vs. Norfolk ZBA (115 Park Street), because she declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigation position of the Town.
Yes: Lehan, Mecklenburg
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Mecklenburg that the Board vote to convene in Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation in the matter of Dziurdz vs. Norfolk ZBA (115 Park Street), because she declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigation position of the Town. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lehan. A roll call vote was taken: Ms. Mecklenburg - aye, Mr. Lehan - aye. The motion passed..” (Motion: Mecklenburg, second: Lehan)
Convene in Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss collective bargaining with the Norfolk Municipal Clerical Employees and the Norfolk Highway Department Employees,...
Ms. Mecklenburg made a motion that the Board vote to convene in Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss collective bargaining with the Norfolk Municipal Clerical Employees and the Norfolk Highway Department Employees, because she declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board.
Yes: Lehan, Mecklenburg
From the minutes
“Ms. Mecklenburg made a motion that the Board vote to convene in Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss collective bargaining with the Norfolk Municipal Clerical Employees and the Norfolk Highway Department Employees, because she declared that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lehan. A roll call vote was taken: Ms. Mecklenburg - aye, Mr. Lehan - aye. The motion passed..” (Motion: Mecklenburg, second: Lehan)
Conclude the executive session and enter into open session for the purpose of conducting the open session portion of the meeting
At 6:59 p.m., a motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board vote to conclude the executive session and enter into open session for the purpose of conducting the open session portion of the meeting.
From the minutes
“At 6:59 p.m., a motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board vote to conclude the executive session and enter into open session for the purpose of conducting the open session portion of the meeting. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg. A roll call vote was taken as follows: Ms. Mecklenburg - aye; Mr. Kalkut - aye.; Mr. Lehan - aye. All were in favor, the motion passed..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
Public Hearing and vote to opt out of no-excuse early vote by mail for the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Election
Opt out of no-excuse early vote by mail for the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Election
A motion was made by Mr. Lehan to opt out of no-excuse early vote by mail for the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Election.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Lehan to opt out of no-excuse early vote by mail for the May 7, 2024 Annual Town Election. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg. A roll call vote was taken: Mr. Kalkut - aye, Mr. Lehan - aye, Ms. Mecklenburg - aye. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
Vote to make the annual appointment of the Inspector of Animals
Re-appoint Susan Thibedeau as Inspector of Animals for the period beginning May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025
A motion was made by Ms. Mecklenburg that the Board vote to re-appoint Susan Thibedeau as Inspector of Animals for the period beginning May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Mecklenburg that the Board vote to re-appoint Susan Thibedeau as Inspector of Animals for the period beginning May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025. It was seconded by Mr. Lehan. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Mecklenburg, second: Lehan)
Vote to appoint Michael Brogan as an associate member of the ZBA for a one-year term ending June 30, 2024
Approve Michael Brogan as an associate member of the ZBA for a one-year term ending June 30, 2024
A motion was made by Mr. Lehan to approve Michael Brogan as an associate member of the ZBA for a one-year term ending June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Lehan to approve Michael Brogan as an associate member of the ZBA for a one-year term ending June 30, 2024. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg and so voted. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
Vote to accept the donation of a bench for Fales Memorial Park
Accept the donation of a bench for Fales Memorial Park and authorize its installation by the DPW
A motion was made by Mr. Lehan to accept the donation of a bench for Fales Memorial Park and authorize its installation by the DPW.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Lehan to accept the donation of a bench for Fales Memorial Park and authorize its installation by the DPW. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg and so voted. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
Vote to approve Opioid Settlement distribution
Approve $2,000 to the SAFE Coalition out of the opioid fund to pay for harm reduction and treatment
A motion was made by Ms. Mecklenburg that the Board approve $2,000 to the SAFE Coalition out of the opioid fund to pay for harm reduction and treatment.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Mecklenburg that the Board approve $2,000 to the SAFE Coalition out of the opioid fund to pay for harm reduction and treatment. It was seconded by Mr. Lehan and so voted. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Mecklenburg, second: Lehan)
Vote to approve reallocation of County ARPA monies
Approve the reallocation of County ARPA monies to the Seekonk project
A motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board approve the reallocation of County ARPA monies to the Seekonk project.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board approve the reallocation of County ARPA monies to the Seekonk project. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg and so voted. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
Review and execute the warrant for Annual Town Meeting
Execute the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting to be held on May 15, 2024 subject to final review and/or edit by Town Counsel
A motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board execute the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting to be held on May 15, 2024 subject to final review and/or edit by Town Counsel.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board execute the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting to be held on May 15, 2024 subject to final review and/or edit by Town Counsel. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
Vote to approve the use of Town Hill and parade route for Norfolk's Memorial Day celebration on Monday, May 27, 2024
Authorize and approve the road closures for the route of Norfolk's Memorial Day parade
A motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board authorize and approve the road closures for the route of Norfolk's Memorial Day parade.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board authorize and approve the road closures for the route of Norfolk's Memorial Day parade. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
Approve both events subject to final public safety review and receipt of all pertinent documentation
A motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board to approve both events subject to final public safety review and receipt of all pertinent documentation.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board to approve both events subject to final public safety review and receipt of all pertinent documentation. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
Approve the use of Town Hill for Discovery Day subject to final public safety review and receipt of all pertinent documentation
A motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board to approve the use of Town Hill for Discovery Day subject to final public safety review and receipt of all pertinent documentation.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Lehan that the Board to approve the use of Town Hill for Discovery Day subject to final public safety review and receipt of all pertinent documentation. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
Warrants
Approve the warrants as printed in the agenda
A motion was made by Mr. Lehan to approve the warrants as printed in the agenda.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Lehan to approve the warrants as printed in the agenda. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg and so voted; all were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
Approve Minutes
Approve the meeting minutes of February 6, 2024
A motion was made by Ms. Mecklenburg to approve the meeting minutes of February 6, 2024.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. Mecklenburg to approve the meeting minutes of February 6, 2024. It was seconded by Mr. Lehan and so voted; all were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Mecklenburg, second: Lehan)
Adjourn
Adjourn the meeting of the Norfolk Select Board
At 8:36 p.m., a motion was made by Mr. Lehan to adjourn the meeting of the Norfolk Select Board.
From the minutes
“At 8:36 p.m., a motion was made by Mr. Lehan to adjourn the meeting of the Norfolk Select Board. It was seconded by Ms. Mecklenburg and so voted; all were in favor and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Lehan, second: Mecklenburg)
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