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January 15, 2019
12 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Matthew J. Furlong, Arthur P. Boyle, Jr., Willard J. Boulter, Jr., John G. Brown, Jr., Daniel W. Trabucco
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Consideration of Vote to Raise Local Licensing Fees - Selectmen
The Town Manager's recommendation (Consideration of Vote to Raise Local Licensing Fees - Selectmen)
The Town Manager's recommendation
From the minutes
“Mr. Trabucco moved the Town Manager's recommendation; Mr. Brown seconded the motion. The vote was unanimously in favor..” (Motion: Trabucco, second: Brown)
Enter executive session under M.G.L. c.30A, Sec. 21 (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public...
To enter executive session under M.G.L. c.30A, Sec. 21 (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares: Town of Pembroke v. Massachusetts DHCD et al 1884CV00968
From the minutes
“Mr. Trabucco moved to enter executive session under M.G.L. c.30A, Sec. 21 (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares: Town of Pembroke v. Massachusetts DHCD et al 1884CV00968. Mr. Boyle seconded the motion. The vote by roll call: Mr. Boulter - yes, Mr. Boyle - yes, Mr. Brown - yes, Mr. Trabucco - yes, Mr. Furlong - yes..” (Motion: Trabucco, second: Boyle)
8:40 (8:00) JOINT APPOINTMENT: ADVISORY CHAIR, MODERATOR, and SELECTMEN CHAIR: ADVISORY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION TO APPO
Appoint Kelly Seifert to the Advisory Committee
To appoint Kelly Seifert to the Advisory Committee
Joint vote with another board; only the Select Board members' votes are shown. The motion was made by Curley, who is not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“Mr. Curley moved to appoint Kelly Seifert to the Advisory Committee and Mr. Dodge seconded the motion. Ms. Seifert was present and introduced to the Board. The vote was unanimously in favor..”
Vote Recommendation of Commission on Disabilities: Appoint Darren Macdonald and Angela Sestito
Appoint Darren MacDonald and Angela Sestito to the Commission on Disabilities, both terms to expire in 2020
To appoint Darren MacDonald and Angela Sestito to the Commission on Disabilities, both terms to expire in 2020
From the minutes
“Mr. Brown moved to appoint Darren MacDonald and Angela Sestito to the Commission on Disabilities, both terms to expire in 2020. Mr. Trabucco seconded the motion. The vote was unanimously in favor..” (Motion: Brown, second: Trabucco)
Vote to Declare Annual Town Meeting Warrant Open January 28 to Close on February 8, 2019
Open the warrant for Annual Town Meeting on Monday, January 28, 2019 and close it on February 8, 2019 at 4:00 pm
To open the warrant for Annual Town Meeting on Monday, January 28, 2019 and close it on February 8, 2019 at 4:00 pm
From the minutes
“Mr. Boyle moved to open the warrant for Annual Town Meeting on Monday, January 28, 2019 and close it on February 8, 2019 at 4:00 pm. Mr. Trabucco seconded the motion. The vote was unanimously in favor..” (Motion: Boyle, second: Trabucco)
Accept Resignation of Robert Raleigh from Recreation Commission
Accept Robert Raleigh's resignation from the Recreation Commission with regret
To accept Robert Raleigh's resignation from the Recreation Commission with regret
From the minutes
“Mr. Boyle moved to accept Robert Raleigh's resignation from the Recreation Commission with regret; Mr. Trabucco seconded the motion. The vote was unanimously in favor..” (Motion: Boyle, second: Trabucco)
Consider Request for Use of Herring Run Park: Historical Society Grand Ol' Fish Fry May 5TH
Approve the request of the Pembroke Historical Society for the use of Thomas Reading Park at the Herring Run on May 5, 2019 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm conditionally upon the approval of the...
To approve the request of the Pembroke Historical Society for the use of Thomas Reading Park at the Herring Run on May 5, 2019 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm conditionally upon the approval of the Conservation Commission
From the minutes
“Mr. Boyle moved to approve the request of the Pembroke Historical Society for the use of Thomas Reading Park at the Herring Run on May 5, 2019 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm conditionally upon the approval of the Conservation Commission. Mr. Trabucco seconded the motion. Discussion ensued on the Division of Marine Fisheries and the Herring Fisheries Commission to permit this event as past approvals have included notification to the Herring Superintendent with the requirement of the insertion of screens in the stream to protect the herring during the duck races. Mr. Boulter advised that the stream may be closed for maintenance on May 5th and the duck races may not be able to be accommodated. Mr. Curley stated that the duck races are the Historical Society's biggest fundraiser and the date could be moved if necessary. The vote on the original motion was unanimously in favor, with a reminder for notification to the Herring Superintendent included..” (Motion: Boyle, second: Trabucco)
Old Business
Set a date of the Board's February 12th meeting for the resident appointments
To set a date of the Board's February 12th meeting for the resident appointments
From the minutes
“Mr. Boyle moved to set a date of the Board's February 12th meeting for the resident appointments. Mr. Boulter seconded the motion. The vote was unanimously in favor..” (Motion: Boyle, second: Boulter)
Appoint Selectmen Daniel Trabucco and Willard J. Boulter Jr as Selectmen's representatives to the Town Manager Search Committee
To appoint Selectmen Daniel Trabucco and Willard J. Boulter Jr as Selectmen's representatives to the Town Manager Search Committee
From the minutes
“Mr. Boyle moved to appoint Selectmen Daniel Trabucco and Willard J. Boulter Jr as Selectmen's representatives to the Town Manager Search Committee; Mr. Brown seconded the motion. The vote was unanimously in favor..” (Motion: Boyle, second: Brown)
Table the Advisory Committee appointment for two weeks to check with the Ethics Commission
To table the Advisory Committee appointment for two weeks to check with the Ethics Commission
From the minutes
“Mr. Boyle moved to table the Advisory Committee appointment for two weeks to check with the Ethics Commission; Mr. Brown seconded the motion. The vote was unanimously in favor..” (Motion: Boyle, second: Brown)
Ask the Selectmen
Table this item for two weeks (Ask the Selectmen)
To table this item for two weeks
From the minutes
“Mr. Boyle moved to table this item for two weeks and Mr. Boulter seconded the motion. The vote was unanimously in favor..” (Motion: Boyle, second: Boulter)
New Business
Enter executive session under M.G.L. c.30A, Sec. 21(2) to conduct contract negotiations with non-union personnel; Interim Town Manager
To enter executive session under M.G.L. c.30A, Sec. 21(2) to conduct contract negotiations with non-union personnel; Interim Town Manager
From the minutes
“Mr. Trabucco moved to enter executive session under M.G.L. c.30A, Sec. 21(2) to conduct contract negotiations with non-union personnel; Interim Town Manager; Mr. Furlong stated that Board will not return to open session. Mr. Boyle seconded the motion. The vote by roll call: Mr. Boulter - yes, Mr. Boyle - yes, Mr. Brown - yes, Mr. Trabucco - yes, Mr. Furlong - yes..” (Motion: Trabucco, second: Boyle)
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