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February 27, 2023
15 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Stanley Widak, Jeff Johnson, Brian Kelly
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Open the Executive Session at 5:45 PM, pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (b) Reason #1 to wit: "To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition, or mental health, rather than...
Mr. Johnson moved to open the Executive Session at 5:45 PM, pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (b) Reason #1 to wit: "To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition, or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member or individual." Reason #3 to wit: "To conduct strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares." - IAFF Firefighters Union; and return to Open Session at 6:30 p.m., seconded by Mr. Kelly. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION MADE BY: Mr. Johnson SECOND: Mr. Kelly ROLL CALL VOTE: Widak - Aye Johnson - Aye Kelly - Aye
From the minutes
“Mr. Johnson moved to open the Executive Session at 5:45 PM, pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (b) Reason #1 to wit: "To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition, or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member or individual." Reason #3 to wit: "To conduct strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares." - IAFF Firefighters Union; and return to Open Session at 6:30 p.m., seconded by Mr. Kelly. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION MADE BY: Mr. Johnson SECOND: Mr. Kelly ROLL CALL VOTE: Widak - Aye Johnson - Aye Kelly - Aye.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Kelly)
Move to come out of Executive Session at 6:25 PM under the provision of MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (b) Reason #1 to wit: "To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition, or mental...
Mr. Johnson moved that the Select Board move to come out of Executive Session at 6:25 PM under the provision of MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (b) Reason #1 to wit: "To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition, or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member or individual." Reason #3 to wit: "To conduct strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares." - IAFF Firefighters Union; and return to Open Session at 6:30 p.m., seconded by Mr. Kelly. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION MADE BY: Mr. Johnson SECOND: Mr. Kelly ROLL CALL VOTE: Widak - Aye Johnson - Aye Kelly - Aye
From the minutes
“Mr. Johnson moved that the Select Board move to come out of Executive Session at 6:25 PM under the provision of MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21 (b) Reason #1 to wit: "To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition, or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member or individual." Reason #3 to wit: "To conduct strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares." - IAFF Firefighters Union; and return to Open Session at 6:30 p.m., seconded by Mr. Kelly. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION MADE BY: Mr. Johnson SECOND: Mr. Kelly ROLL CALL VOTE: Widak - Aye Johnson - Aye Kelly - Aye.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Kelly)
CONSENT AGENDA
Accept the Consent Agenda as presented and approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 23, 2023, as presented
Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded a motion that the Board accept the Consent Agenda as presented and approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 23, 2023, as presented. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY
From the minutes
“Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded a motion that the Board accept the Consent Agenda as presented and approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 23, 2023, as presented. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Kelly)
Notice is hereby given under Chapter 138 of the Massachusetts General
Open the Public Hearing at 6:48 P.M
Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded to open the Public Hearing at 6:48 P.M. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY
From the minutes
“Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded to open the Public Hearing at 6:48 P.M. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Kelly)
Close the Public Hearing at 6.58 P.M
Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded to close the Public Hearing at 6.58 P.M. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY
From the minutes
“Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded to close the Public Hearing at 6.58 P.M. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Kelly)
Under Chapter 138 of the Massachusetts General Laws, as amended, to approve the application for an All-Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License for 13 Taunton Street Plainville LLC, d/b/a...
Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded under Chapter 138 of the Massachusetts General Laws, as amended, to approve the application for an All-Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License for 13 Taunton Street Plainville LLC, d/b/a Brothers Liquors, for the premises located at 13 Taunton Street, Plainville, MA and the Pledge of License and Inventory to Rockland Trust. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY
From the minutes
“Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded under Chapter 138 of the Massachusetts General Laws, as amended, to approve the application for an All-Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License for 13 Taunton Street Plainville LLC, d/b/a Brothers Liquors, for the premises located at 13 Taunton Street, Plainville, MA and the Pledge of License and Inventory to Rockland Trust. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Kelly)
Appoint Election Officials - April 3, 2023, Annual Town Election
Appoint Election Officials - April 3, 2023, Annual Town Election, as follows: Wardens: Cynthia Burlingame, Brenda Watkinson, Judy Pike Clerks: Maureen Garron, Claire Stafford, Patricia Stewart...
Mr. Kelly moved, and Mr. Johnson seconded to appoint Election Officials - April 3, 2023, Annual Town Election, as follows: Wardens: Cynthia Burlingame, Brenda Watkinson, Judy Pike Clerks: Maureen Garron, Claire Stafford, Patricia Stewart Inspectors: Patricia Stein, Doris Madden, Jack Frassa, Carol Lerch, Fran Whittenberger, Susan Hartshorn, Jean MacDonald, Kristine Moore, Susan Haines PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelly moved, and Mr. Johnson seconded to appoint Election Officials - April 3, 2023, Annual Town Election, as follows: Wardens: Cynthia Burlingame, Brenda Watkinson, Judy Pike Clerks: Maureen Garron, Claire Stafford, Patricia Stewart Inspectors: Patricia Stein, Doris Madden, Jack Frassa, Carol Lerch, Fran Whittenberger, Susan Hartshorn, Jean MacDonald, Kristine Moore, Susan Haines PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY..” (Motion: Kelly, second: Johnson)
Authorize and Sign the Warrant for Town Election
Authorize, and Sign the Warrant for the Town Election
Mr. Kelly moved, and Mr. Johnson seconded to Authorize, and Sign the Warrant for the Town Election PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelly moved, and Mr. Johnson seconded to Authorize, and Sign the Warrant for the Town Election PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY..” (Motion: Kelly, second: Johnson)
Approve appointment of Police Chief as appointing authority for police
Approve the appointment of Police Chief as appointing authority for police details for all elections held in 2023
Mr. Kelly moved, and Mr. Johnson seconded to approve the appointment of Police Chief as appointing authority for police details for all elections held in 2023. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelly moved, and Mr. Johnson seconded to approve the appointment of Police Chief as appointing authority for police details for all elections held in 2023. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY..” (Motion: Kelly, second: Johnson)
Request for approval of Application for Amendment - Change of Officers
Approve the Application for Amendment - Change of Officers for Cumberland Farms of Massachusetts, Inc. d/b/a Cumberland Farms #0131, 139 South Street, Plainville, MA, Wine and Malt Beverages...
Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded to approve the Application for Amendment - Change of Officers for Cumberland Farms of Massachusetts, Inc. d/b/a Cumberland Farms #0131, 139 South Street, Plainville, MA, Wine and Malt Beverages License #00025-PK-0978. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY
From the minutes
“Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded to approve the Application for Amendment - Change of Officers for Cumberland Farms of Massachusetts, Inc. d/b/a Cumberland Farms #0131, 139 South Street, Plainville, MA, Wine and Malt Beverages License #00025-PK-0978. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Kelly)
Move to open the Annual Town Meeting warrant for the acceptance of
Open the Annual Town Meeting warrant for the acceptance of articles and to close the warrant on Monday, March 27, 2023, at noon
Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded a motion to open the Annual Town Meeting warrant for the acceptance of articles and to close the warrant on Monday, March 27, 2023, at noon. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY
From the minutes
“Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded a motion to open the Annual Town Meeting warrant for the acceptance of articles and to close the warrant on Monday, March 27, 2023, at noon. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Kelly)
Interview Karen L. Spiewak, 140 East Bacon Street, 7B, to Tenant Board
Approve the appointment of Karen L. Spiewak, 140 East Bacon Street, 7B to the Tenant Board Member seat of the Plainville Housing Authority for a 5-year term to expire June 30, 2027
Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded a motion to approve the appointment of Karen L. Spiewak, 140 East Bacon Street, 7B to the Tenant Board Member seat of the Plainville Housing Authority for a 5-year term to expire June 30, 2027. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY
From the minutes
“Mr. Johnson moved, and Mr. Kelly seconded a motion to approve the appointment of Karen L. Spiewak, 140 East Bacon Street, 7B to the Tenant Board Member seat of the Plainville Housing Authority for a 5-year term to expire June 30, 2027. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Kelly)
Approve as defined by G.L. Chapter 4, Section 7 an additional 2% Cost of
Disapprove an additional 2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for eligible retirees in FY23 (Norfolk Retirement Board)
Chairman Widak proposed to disapprove as defined by G.L. Chapter 4, Section 7 an additional 2% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for eligible retirees in FY23 - Norfolk Retirement Board, and Mr. Johnson seconded. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY
From the minutes
“Chairman Widak proposed to disapprove as defined by G.L. Chapter 4, Section 7 an additional 2% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for eligible retirees in FY23 - Norfolk Retirement Board, and Mr. Johnson seconded. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.” (Motion: Widak, second: Johnson)
Disposition of Surplus Assets
Approve the disposition of surplus assets
Mr. Johnson moved that the Board approve the disposition of surplus assets, seconded by Mr. Kelly. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY
From the minutes
“Mr. Johnson moved that the Board approve the disposition of surplus assets, seconded by Mr. Kelly. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.” (Motion: Johnson, second: Kelly)
ADJOURN
Adjourn the meeting at 8:22 PM
Mr. Kelly moved, and Mr. Johnson seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:22 PM. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY
From the minutes
“Mr. Kelly moved, and Mr. Johnson seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:22 PM. PASSED: UNANIMOUSLY.” (Motion: Kelly, second: Johnson)
From the Plainville 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. Select Board member photos: North TV (local cable TV for North Attleborough and Plainville): Jeff Johnson from its April 5, 2024 election story “Johnson defeats Wydak for select board seat”; Brian Kelly from “Brian Noble and Brian Kelly Discuss the Upcoming Election”; Steven Albert from its 2026 Plainville Select Board candidate interviews. Former members show initials.
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