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July 26, 2022
19 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Ryan Ruley, Jason Balboni, Gail Barmakian, Emma Green-Beach, Brian Packish
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the July 12, 2022, Select Board Minutes
Approve the July 12, 2022, Select Board Minutes
From the minutes
“Select Person Barmakian moved to approve the July 12, 2022, Select Board Minutes , Seconded by Select Person Barmakian (5 - Aye). Discussion and possible vote to authorize execution of PD intrastate mutual aid agreement Chief Searle advised that Oak Bluffs is not part of an intrastate mutual aid agreement. .” (Motion: Barmakian, second: Barmakian)
Authorize Deborah Potter to sign the intrastate Mutual Aid agreement
Authorize Deborah Potter to sign the intrastate Mutual Aid agreement
From the minutes
“Select Person Barmakian moved to authorize Deborah Potter to sign the intrastate Mutual Aid agreement , Seconded by Select Person Balboni (5 - Aye). Discussion and possible vote to approve the NAACP George Tankard Road Race with amplified sound on Saturday September 10, 2022 - Eric Blake Ms. Tankard and Chief Blake spoke to the race. .” (Motion: Barmakian, second: Balboni)
Approve the NAACP George Tankard Road Race on Saturday September 10, 2022
Approve the NAACP George Tankard Road Race on Saturday September 10, 2022
From the minutes
“Select Person Barmakian made a motion to approve the NAACP George Tankard Road Race on Saturday September 10, 2022 , Seconded by Select Person Packish (5 - Aye). Acceptance of Donations Discussion and possible vote to accept $30.00 donation from the Goff Family and $15,000 Donation from Wesley MV OPCO LLC (Summer Camp) to Oak Bluffs Fire Works .” (Motion: Barmakian, second: Packish)
Accept the $30.00 and $15,000 donation to the Oak Bluffs Fire Works
Accept the $30.00 and $15,000 donation to the Oak Bluffs Fire Works
From the minutes
“Select Person Balboni made a motion to accept the $30.00 and $15,000 donation to the Oak Bluffs Fire Works , Seconded by Select Person Packish (5 - Aye). Select Person Packish made note the Oak Bluffs Association Go-Fund me account is up to approximately $13,000 4:45 p.m. Public Hearing .” (Motion: Balboni, second: Packish)
Enter Public Hearing
Enter Public Hearing
From the minutes
“Chair Ruley moved to enter Public Hearing , Seconded by Select Person Balboni (5 - Aye). The Oak Bluffs Select Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 26", 2022, at 4:45 p.m. at Oak Bluffs Town Hall 56 School Street, Oak Bluffs on a petition from Eversource Energy (8982380) for the installat.” (Motion: Ruley, second: Balboni)
Approve the Eversource Energy (8982380) for the installation of 18° +/- of 1-4” conduit from existing pole 135/9 to proposed handhold 135/H9. Conditional upon the receipt of updated sketch 61 Dukes Country to 67 Dukes County
Approve the Eversource Energy (8982380) for the installation of 18° +/- of 1-4” conduit from existing pole 135/9 to proposed handhold 135/H9. Conditional upon the receipt of updated sketch 61 Dukes Country to 67 Dukes County
Yes: Balboni, Barmakian, Green-Beach, Ruley
From the minutes
“Select Person Balboni made a motion to approve the Eversource Energy (8982380) for the installation of 18° +/- of 1-4” conduit from existing pole 135/9 to proposed handhold 135/H9. Conditional upon the receipt of updated sketch 61 Dukes Country to 67 Dukes County , Seconded by Select Person Barmakian (4 - Aye, 1 - Abstain) Select Person Packish abstained. Discussion and possible vote to approve and confirm polling location for State Primary Election, assignment of police officers, re-appoint current election workers, c.” (Motion: Balboni, second: Barmakian)
Confirm and approve the polling location for the State Primary as Oak Bluffs Public Library, meeting room 56R School Street on Tuesday September 6", 2022, between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00pm
Confirm and approve the polling location for the State Primary as Oak Bluffs Public Library, meeting room 56R School Street on Tuesday September 6", 2022, between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00pm
From the minutes
“Select Person Balboni moved to confirm and approve the polling location for the State Primary as Oak Bluffs Public Library, meeting room 56R School Street on Tuesday September 6", 2022, between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00pm , Seconded by Select Person Barmakian (5 - Aye). Select Board signed a copy of the warrant for the 2022 State Primary. .” (Motion: Balboni, second: Barmakian)
Assign one (1) Police Officer to the polling location for all elections and primaries in 2022 and to designate the Police Chief the authority to assign specific police officers according to scheduling and availability
Assign one (1) Police Officer to the polling location for all elections and primaries in 2022 and to designate the Police Chief the authority to assign specific police officers according to scheduling and availability
From the minutes
“Select Person Barmakian made a motion to assign one (1) Police Officer to the polling location for all elections and primaries in 2022 and to designate the Police Chief the authority to assign specific police officers according to scheduling and availability , Seconded by Select Person Green-Beach (5 - Aye). .” (Motion: Barmakian, second: Green-Beach)
Re-appoint the listed election workers and serve in the same capacity as previous year
Re-appoint the listed election workers and serve in the same capacity as previous year
From the minutes
“Select Person Barmakian made a motion to re-appoint the listed election workers and serve in the same capacity as previous year , Seconded by Select Person Packish (5 - Aye). Colleen Morris (Town Clerk) advised the Select Board the three elected constables listed would be serving during the elections. .” (Motion: Barmakian, second: Packish)
Confirm early voting hours Starting Monday August 29", 2022, ending Friday September 2, 2022, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Conference Hall, 56 School Street
Confirm early voting hours Starting Monday August 29", 2022, ending Friday September 2, 2022, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Conference Hall, 56 School Street
From the minutes
“Select Person Balboni made a motion to confirm early voting hours Starting Monday August 29", 2022, ending Friday September 2, 2022, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Conference Hall, 56 School Street , Seconded by Select Person Packish (5 - Aye). Discussion and possible vote regarding Special Town Meeting date and timeline - Colleen Morris .” (Motion: Balboni, second: Packish)
Approve the dates provided by the Town Clerk in relation to the Special Town Meeting
Approve the dates provided by the Town Clerk in relation to the Special Town Meeting
From the minutes
“Select Person Barmakian made a motion to approve the dates provided by the Town Clerk in relation to the Special Town Meeting , Seconded by Select Person Packish (5 - Aye). .” (Motion: Barmakian, second: Packish)
Approve Deborah Potter (Town Administrator) to collaborate with Colleen Morris (Town Clerk) on the wording for the debt exclusion article in relation to the Wastewater facility upgrade
Approve Deborah Potter (Town Administrator) to collaborate with Colleen Morris (Town Clerk) on the wording for the debt exclusion article in relation to the Wastewater facility upgrade
From the minutes
“Chair Ruley made a motion to approve Deborah Potter (Town Administrator) to collaborate with Colleen Morris (Town Clerk) on the wording for the debt exclusion article in relation to the Wastewater facility upgrade , Seconded by Select Person Balboni. (5 - Aye). Discussion and possible vote on amended deed proposed by Senator Cyr re the Donut Hole land swap - withdrawn Discussion and possible vote to approve re-financing for Aruajo/Jenkinson 33 Sunset Road - G. Coogan Mr.” (Motion: Ruley, second: Balboni)
Approve and accept the fee of $36,700 for the sale of the Aruajo/ Jenkinson Property at 33 Sunset Road
Approve and accept the fee of $36,700 for the sale of the Aruajo/ Jenkinson Property at 33 Sunset Road
From the minutes
“Select Person Packish made a motion to approve and accept the fee of $36,700 for the sale of the Aruajo/ Jenkinson Property at 33 Sunset Road , Seconded by Select Person Balboni (5 - Aye). Deborah Potter will need to confirm the account or association (Affordable Housing Trust) the money is to be deposited against. Discussion and possible vote on recommendation of Steamship Boat Diversions - Adam Ep.” (Motion: Packish, second: Balboni)
Approve the Oak Bluffs 8" grade to sell concession at the Oak Bluffs Fire Works on August 19th, 2022
Approve the Oak Bluffs 8" grade to sell concession at the Oak Bluffs Fire Works on August 19th, 2022
From the minutes
“Select Person Balboni made a motion to approve the Oak Bluffs 8" grade to sell concession at the Oak Bluffs Fire Works on August 19th, 2022 , Seconded by Select Person Packish (5 - Aye). Discussion and possible vote to approve Oak Bluffs Fall 5km Road Race on Sunday October 9, 2022 -Eve Hayman .” (Motion: Balboni, second: Packish)
Approve the Oak Bluffs Fall 5km Road Race on Sunday October 9, 2022
Approve the Oak Bluffs Fall 5km Road Race on Sunday October 9, 2022
From the minutes
“Select Person Balboni made a motion to approve the Oak Bluffs Fall 5km Road Race on Sunday October 9, 2022 , Seconded by Select Person Barmakian (5 - Aye). Discussion and possible vote to approve Oak Bluffs 8th grade Turkey Trot with amplified sound on Thursday November 24, 2022 - Eve Heyman .” (Motion: Balboni, second: Barmakian)
Approve the Oak Bluffs 8" grade Turkey Trot with amplified sound on Thursday November 24, 2022
Approve the Oak Bluffs 8" grade Turkey Trot with amplified sound on Thursday November 24, 2022
From the minutes
“Select Person Barmakian made a motion to approve the Oak Bluffs 8" grade Turkey Trot with amplified sound on Thursday November 24, 2022 , Seconded by Select Person Balboni (5 - Aye). 6:26 p.m. Select Person Packish recused himself as he is a direct abutter Discussion and possible vote to approve Entertainment Permit on Monday August 15th 21022 12 noon - 4:00 pm - Sarah Browns Comfort Food - wi.” (Motion: Barmakian, second: Balboni)
Re-appoint Jim Bishop to the Affordable Housing Committee for a one-year term
Re-appoint Jim Bishop to the Affordable Housing Committee for a one-year term
From the minutes
“Select Person Balboni made a motion to re-appoint Jim Bishop to the Affordable Housing Committee for a one-year term , Seconded by Select Person Barmakian (5 - Aye). Discussion and possible vote to re-appoint Marie Allen for a one-year term to the Board of Assessors. .” (Motion: Balboni, second: Barmakian)
Re-appoint Marie Allen for a one-year term to the Board of Assessors
Re-appoint Marie Allen for a one-year term to the Board of Assessors
From the minutes
“Select Person Packish made a motion to re-appoint Marie Allen for a one-year term to the Board of Assessors , Seconded by Select Person Barmakian (5 - Aye). TA/ATA Report - attached Select Board Update Select Persons Green-Beach and Barmakian thanked the Summer Camp for the generous donation for the Oak Bluffs Fireworks. Chair Ruley also thanked Summer Camp. Select .” (Motion: Packish, second: Barmakian)
Enter into Executive Session In accordance with M.G.L Ch 30A Sect 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Michelson vs Town of Oak Bluffs) if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair has so declared. And to not reconve
Enter into Executive Session In accordance with M.G.L Ch 30A Sect 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Michelson vs Town of Oak Bluffs) if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair has so declared. And to not reconvene in open session
From the minutes
“Select Person Packish made a motion to enter into Executive Session In accordance with M.G.L Ch 30A Sect 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (Michelson vs Town of Oak Bluffs) if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the public body and the chair has so declared. And to not reconvene in open session. Roll Call Vote Select Person Green-Beach - Aye, Select Person Barmakian - Aye, Chair Ruley - Aye, Select Person Packish - Aye, Select Person Balboni - Aye (5 -Aye) Adjourn 7:50 p.m. Respectfully Submitted Vy. Debra Alley'- Executive A.” (Motion: Packish, second: Balboni)
From the Oak Bluffs Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Dion Alley, Mark Leonard and Sean DeBettencourt (Ray Ewing) and Tom Hallahan (Jeanna Shepard), Vineyard Gazette; William Cleary and Emma Green-Beach (2024 election day) and Gail Barmakian, The Martha’s Vineyard Times.
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