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June 28, 2022
28 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
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Present: Betty Cavacco, Richard Quintal Jr., Harry Helm, Charlie Bletzer, John T. Mahoney Jr.
Absent: None
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Approve the Aquaculture License Renewals for Sean Withington, Michael Withington, and Donald Wilkinson for a ten (10) year term
To approve the Aquaculture License Renewals for Sean Withington, Michael Withington, and Donald Wilkinson for a ten (10) year term
From the minutes
“On a motion by Harry Helm and seconded by John Mahoney, the Board voted to approve the Aquaculture License Renewals for Sean Withington, Michael Withington, and Donald Wilkinson for a ten (10) year term. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Helm, second: Mahoney)
Approve the Design Concept for the Brook Road Bridge
To approve the Design Concept for the Brook Road Bridge
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Harry helm, the Board voted to approve the Design Concept for the Brook Road Bridge. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Helm)
Appoint Jodie Burkett to the Cedarville Steering Committee for a term beginning immediately and terminating on June 30, 2025
To appoint Jodie Burkett to the Cedarville Steering Committee for a term beginning immediately and terminating on June 30, 2025
Members named their choice: Cavacco (Jodie Burkett), Quintal (Jodie Burkett), Helm (Jodie Burkett), Bletzer (Jodie Burkett), Mahoney (Pat Adelmann). The minutes record this as "On a vote of 4/1".
From the minutes
“The results were as follows: Jodie Burkett - 4 Votes (Cavacco, Quintal, Helm, Bletzer) Pat Adelmann - 1 Vote (Mahoney) On a vote of 4/1.”
Appoint Karen Buechs to the Community Preservation Committee for a term beginning immediately and terminating on June 30, 2025
To appoint Karen Buechs to the Community Preservation Committee for a term beginning immediately and terminating on June 30, 2025
Members named their choice: Mahoney (Christine Pratt), Cavacco (Karen Buechs), Quintal (Karen Buechs), Helm (Karen Buechs), Bletzer (Karen Buechs). The minutes record this as "On a vote of 4/1".
From the minutes
“The Board voted to appoint the following members to the Conservation Committee: Sean Andersen - 3 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2025 Paul Churchill - 3 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2025 Randy Parker - 2 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2024 Jamie Carpenter - 1 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2023 Community Preservation Committee Christine Pratt - Christine Pratt came up and said she has a longstanding commitment to the guiding principles of the Community Preservation Committee and its Charter including Affordable Housing, Historic Preservation, and Open Space. She said she was the only committee member to strongly advocate for a broader view on the purchase of Sandwich Road purchase of 26 acres of land because she believed it would bring a greater benefit to the community as a whole. She said she felt the Select Board's vision was strategic and deserved the support of the CPC. She said she also made a strong commitment to seeing the approved articles of the legislative branch be successful as is evidenced by her volunteerism at the Simes House. She said she is a lifelong resident ion North Plymouth which she feels is pretty much built out which she would like to reflect on for the community as a whole. She said she does believe that as the community evolves so should the guiding principles and the criteria for the CPC. She said there are occasions where she will introduce a consideration to her fellow committee members that don't fit strictly with the criteria of the CPC. She said she also tends to focus on financial compliance which is why she has held the treasurer's seat on committees in the past. She said she respectfully asked the Board for their continued endorsement and re-appoint her to the Community Preservation Committee. Karen Buechs - Karen Buechs came up and said she is applying for a seat on the Community Preservation Committee, and she thanked the Board for the opportunity. She said she has no agenda other than to help her town and has sat on many committees. She said she admires and appreciates what the CPC does and have watched them for almost twenty years. She said she did not vote for them the very first time when she was a Town Meeting Member, but Paul Withington took the time and sat down with her and explained what the CPA tax was all about and the good that it could bring the town, so she changed her mind. She said she has lived in Plymouth for almost fifty years and has volunteered many times on many different boards and committees and would appreciate this Board's support. Christine Pratt - 1 Vote (Mahoney) Karen Buechs - 4 Votes (Cavacco, Quintal, Helm, Bletzer) On a vote of 4/1.”
To appoint Karen Buechs to the Community Preservation Committee for a term beginning immediately and terminating on June 30, 2025. Historic District Chairman Cavacco said we have two full seats, and both are three-year terms. She then asked the applicants to come up to the podium one at a time. Ron Filson - Ron Filson came up first and said he hopes that the Board took a look at the biography he sent in because he won't waste everyone's time going through it again. He said starting about twenty years ago he and his wife, Lee Filson, were traveling back and forth to Plymouth from Ohio and New Orleans and over the years they fell in love with Plymouth. He said a few years ago they bought a house on Leyden Street which they renovated. He said now they have the opportunity to do something for their new community. He said he has had the opportunity to serve on a number of historic commission
From the minutes
“the Board voted to appoint Karen Buechs to the Community Preservation Committee for a term beginning immediately and terminating on June 30, 2025. Historic District Chairman Cavacco said we have two full seats, and both are three-year terms. She then asked the applicants to come up to the podium one at a time. Ron Filson - Ron Filson came up first and said he hopes that the Board took a look at the biography he sent in because he won't waste everyone's time going through it again. He said starting about twenty years ago he and his wife, Lee Filson, were traveling back and forth to Plymouth from Ohio and New Orleans and over the years they fell in love with Plymouth. He said a few years ago they bought a house on Leyden Street which they renovated. He said now they have the opportunity to do something for their new community. He said he has had the opportunity to serve on a number of historic commission and boards including one in New Orleans which was the first preservation commission that was ever formed in the country. He said he also sat on the City Planning Commission as well. He said he is currently a retired teacher of forty years is currently the Project Manager for the Mayflower Meeting House. He then said that they both really love it here and would love to serve the town because it is such a great place. He then thanked the Board for considering him for one of the seats on the Historic District. Selectman Helm asked what he thought our current Historic District was doing right and what he feels needs improvement, to which Ron Filson said first and foremost is for them to consider expanding the historic district. He said it is ironic that two of the oldest structures in the country are outside of our historic district. He said he also feels there needs to be better quality design discussions and decisions made within the district. He said we have all looked at new projects in the district and asked ourselves how did they get approved. He said there should be more opportunities to set new development guidelines that the Historic Commission could take on as far as design review goes. Vice Chairman Quintal asked how he felt about Water Street and how that has changed over the years and if you were appointed would you work towards making changes and expanding the district, to which Ron Filson said Water Street is a tough issue and he likens it to discussion he had in New Orleans because the pressure of tourism-oriented businesses often ends up impacting historic areas. He said there's a very delicate balance in that situation, so he feels that Water Street warrants a lot of discussion moving forward. Walter Powell - Walter Powell came up next and said he is a resident of North Plymouth. He said before moving here he lived in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania for thirty-five years and served as the Director of Planning and Historic Preservation for seventeen years. He said he also worked with the Historic Architectural Review Board as a staff liaison.”
Appoint Ron Filson to the Historic District for a term beginning immediately and terminating on June 30, 2025
To appoint Ron Filson to the Historic District for a term beginning immediately and terminating on June 30, 2025
The minutes give only the count (4/1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“the Board voted to appoint Ron Filson to the Historic District for a term beginning immediately and terminating on June 30, 2025. On a vote of 4/1.”
Appoint the following members to the Conservation Committee: Butch Machado - Full Seat 3 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2025 Peter Connor - Alternate Seat 3 Year Term terminating on June 30,...
To appoint the following members to the Conservation Committee: Butch Machado - Full Seat 3 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2025 Peter Connor - Alternate Seat 3 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2025 Philip Ricardi - Alternate Seat 3 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2025 Chairman Cavacco thanked everyone for applying and for serving the town
The minutes say the Board voted to do this but do not record a count or how each member voted.
From the minutes
“The Board voted to appoint the following members to the Conservation Committee: Butch Machado - Full Seat 3 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2025 Peter Connor - Alternate Seat 3 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2025 Philip Ricardi - Alternate Seat 3 Year Term terminating on June 30, 2025 Chairman Cavacco thanked everyone for applying and for serving the town..”
Appoint the members listed above to the Plymouth Dog Park Committee
To appoint the members listed above to the Plymouth Dog Park Committee
From the minutes
“On a motion by Harry Helm and seconded by John Mahoney, the Board voted to appoint the members listed above to the Plymouth Dog Park Committee. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Helm, second: Mahoney)
Direct the Town Manager's Office to employ a marketing firm to research three town properties located at 0 Spooner Street, 91 Long Pond Road, and 253 South Meadow Road and to come back to the...
To direct the Town Manager's Office to employ a marketing firm to research three town properties located at 0 Spooner Street, 91 Long Pond Road, and 253 South Meadow Road and to come back to the Board with a recommendation for putting them up for sale
Yes: Bletzer, Cavacco, Helm, QuintalNo: Mahoney
From the minutes
“On a motion by Richard Quintal and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to direct the Town Manager's Office to employ a marketing firm to research three town properties located at 0 Spooner Street, 91 Long Pond Road, and 253 South Meadow Road and to come back to the Board with a recommendation for putting them up for sale. Voted 4/1 Cavacco-Yes, Quintal-Yes, Helm-Yes, Bletzer-Yes, Mahoney-No.” (Motion: Quintal, second: Bletzer)
Approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Second Wind Brewing Company for a Summer Beer Garden being held from 12:00pm to 9:00pm at Bramhall's Country Store in a cordoned off area on the...
To approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Second Wind Brewing Company for a Summer Beer Garden being held from 12:00pm to 9:00pm at Bramhall's Country Store in a cordoned off area on the following dates:
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Harry Helm, the Board voted to approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Second Wind Brewing Company for a Summer Beer Garden being held from 12:00pm to 9:00pm at Bramhall's Country Store in a cordoned off area on the following dates: Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Helm)
Approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor for a Wedding Cocktail Hour being held on August 15, 2022 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at Linchris Corporate Office, 225 Water Street
To approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor for a Wedding Cocktail Hour being held on August 15, 2022 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at Linchris Corporate Office, 225 Water Street
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Harry helm, the Board voted to approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor for a Wedding Cocktail Hour being held on August 15, 2022 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at Linchris Corporate Office, 225 Water Street. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Helm)
Approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor for an MSAA Office Event being held on August 15, 2022 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at Linchris Corporate Office, 225 Water Street
To approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor for an MSAA Office Event being held on August 15, 2022 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at Linchris Corporate Office, 225 Water Street
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Harry Helm, the Board voted to approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor for an MSAA Office Event being held on August 15, 2022 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at Linchris Corporate Office, 225 Water Street. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Helm)
Approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Spectacle Management for a Concerts being held from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at Memorial Hall on the following dates
To approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Spectacle Management for a Concerts being held from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at Memorial Hall on the following dates:
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Harry Helm, the Board voted to approve a One Day Wine and Malt License for Spectacle Management for a Concerts being held from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at Memorial Hall on the following dates: Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Helm)
Approve an Amplified Music Permit for Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce for Local Musicians and Bands playing on August 27, 2022 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm in the Amphitheater at Pilgrim Memorial Park...
To approve an Amplified Music Permit for Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce for Local Musicians and Bands playing on August 27, 2022 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm in the Amphitheater at Pilgrim Memorial Park on the Waterfront
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Harry Helm, the Board voted to approve an Amplified Music Permit for Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce for Local Musicians and Bands playing on August 27, 2022 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm in the Amphitheater at Pilgrim Memorial Park on the Waterfront. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Helm)
Approve an Amplified Music Permit for Bridgewater Credit Union for a New Branch Opening being held on July 15, 2022 from 11:00am to 2:00pm at 39 Home Depot Drive
To approve an Amplified Music Permit for Bridgewater Credit Union for a New Branch Opening being held on July 15, 2022 from 11:00am to 2:00pm at 39 Home Depot Drive
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Harry Helm, the Board voted to approve an Amplified Music Permit for Bridgewater Credit Union for a New Branch Opening being held on July 15, 2022 from 11:00am to 2:00pm at 39 Home Depot Drive. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Helm)
Approve s Change of D/B/A from Shanty Rose to Shack on the Wharf
To approve s Change of D/B/A from Shanty Rose to Shack on the Wharf
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Harry Helm, the Board voted to approve s Change of D/B/A from Shanty Rose to Shack on the Wharf. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Helm)
Approve a Special Auctioneer Permit for J James Auctioneers and Appraisers for a Fine Arts and Antiques Auction being held on July 9, 2022 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm
To approve a Special Auctioneer Permit for J James Auctioneers and Appraisers for a Fine Arts and Antiques Auction being held on July 9, 2022 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Harry Helm, the Board voted to approve a Special Auctioneer Permit for J James Auctioneers and Appraisers for a Fine Arts and Antiques Auction being held on July 9, 2022 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Helm)
Approve a One Day All Alcohol License for Eel River Beach Club for Evening Cocktails for Members from 4:00pm to 9:00pm from July 4, 2022 through July 19, 2022
To approve a One Day All Alcohol License for Eel River Beach Club for Evening Cocktails for Members from 4:00pm to 9:00pm from July 4, 2022 through July 19, 2022
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Harry Helm, the Board voted to approve a One Day All Alcohol License for Eel River Beach Club for Evening Cocktails for Members from 4:00pm to 9:00pm from July 4, 2022 through July 19, 2022. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Helm)
Approve the Open Meeting Minutes from the March 29, 2022 Select Board Meeting
To approve the Open Meeting Minutes from the March 29, 2022 Select Board Meeting
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to approve the Open Meeting Minutes from the March 29, 2022 Select Board Meeting. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Bletzer)
Appoint Christopher Badot as the Town's Municipal Hearing Officer for Non-Criminal Fire Code Violations under M.G.L. Chapter 148A effective immediately
To appoint Christopher Badot as the Town's Municipal Hearing Officer for Non-Criminal Fire Code Violations under M.G.L. Chapter 148A effective immediately. He has successfully completed the Municipal Hearing Officer Training Program on May 23, 2022
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to appoint Christopher Badot as the Town's Municipal Hearing Officer for Non-Criminal Fire Code Violations under M.G.L. Chapter 148A effective immediately. He has successfully completed the Municipal Hearing Officer Training Program on May 23, 2022. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Bletzer)
Accept the donation of tourniquets and quikclot kits for all sworn Plymouth Police Officers from The Law Enforcement Support Foundation
To accept the donation of tourniquets and quikclot kits for all sworn Plymouth Police Officers from The Law Enforcement Support Foundation
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to accept the donation of tourniquets and quikclot kits for all sworn Plymouth Police Officers from The Law Enforcement Support Foundation. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Bletzer)
Grant Exclusive Vendor Rights to the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce for all events during their Annual Plymouth Waterfront Festival being held on August 27, 2022 from 10:00am to 6:00pm (with a...
To grant Exclusive Vendor Rights to the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce for all events during their Annual Plymouth Waterfront Festival being held on August 27, 2022 from 10:00am to 6:00pm (with a rain date of August 28, 2022) along Water Street, Brewster Gardens, and the Jenny Grist Mill
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to grant Exclusive Vendor Rights to the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce for all events during their Annual Plymouth Waterfront Festival being held on August 27, 2022 from 10:00am to 6:00pm (with a rain date of August 28, 2022) along Water Street, Brewster Gardens, and the Jenny Grist Mill. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Bletzer)
Accept a donation of $500 from the Herring Pond Watershed Association to be used towards scholarships for Hedges Pond Participants
To accept a donation of $500 from the Herring Pond Watershed Association to be used towards scholarships for Hedges Pond Participants
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to accept a donation of $500 from the Herring Pond Watershed Association to be used towards scholarships for Hedges Pond Participants. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Bletzer)
Appoint the following people to the following Boards and Committees
To appoint the following people to the following Boards and Committees:
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to appoint the following people to the following Boards and Committees: Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Bletzer)
Accept the donation of land located at 41 Billington Sea Road consisting of 2.78 acres from MEGRYCO. This land will go under the care and custody of the Plymouth Conservation Commission
To accept the donation of land located at 41 Billington Sea Road consisting of 2.78 acres from MEGRYCO. This land will go under the care and custody of the Plymouth Conservation Commission
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to accept the donation of land located at 41 Billington Sea Road consisting of 2.78 acres from MEGRYCO. This land will go under the care and custody of the Plymouth Conservation Commission. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Bletzer)
Authorize the Chairman to execute a Local Initiative Program Compliance of Certificate for a project located at 278 Court Street, Unit 203
To authorize the Chairman to execute a Local Initiative Program Compliance of Certificate for a project located at 278 Court Street, Unit 203
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to authorize the Chairman to execute a Local Initiative Program Compliance of Certificate for a project located at 278 Court Street, Unit 203. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Bletzer)
Increase the cost of a marked cruiser during details from $10 per hour to $20 per hour
To increase the cost of a marked cruiser during details from $10 per hour to $20 per hour. These cruisers are used as additional safety measures during an officer's assigned detail
From the minutes
“On a motion by John Mahoney and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to increase the cost of a marked cruiser during details from $10 per hour to $20 per hour. These cruisers are used as additional safety measures during an officer's assigned detail. Voted 5/0.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Bletzer)
Adjourn the Open Session at 10:32pm
To adjourn the Open Session at 10:32pm
From the minutes
“On a motion by Harry Helm and seconded by Charlie Bletzer, the Board voted to adjourn the Open Session at 10:32pm. Voted 5/0 By Roll Call: Cavacco-Yes, Quintal-Yes Helm-Yes, Bletzer-Yes, Mahoney-Yes.” (Motion: Helm, second: Bletzer)
From the Plymouth Select Board’s official minutes, posted on 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. Photos of current members: Deb Iaquinto and Bill Keohan from the Plymouth Independent (April 2025); David Golden Jr.’s campaign photo, via the Plymouth Independent (May 2024); Kevin Canty’s campaign photo and Richard Quintal Jr. (PACTV interview), via The Plymouth County Observer (2023). Former members show initials.
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