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Start my ballot →Present: Kevin Canty, David Golden Jr., Deb Iaquinto, Bill Keohan, Richard Quintal Jr.
Absent: None
During the meeting:
Approve the 12 "Ensure a Safe and Heathy Community" goals, as listed
To approve the 12 "Ensure a Safe and Heathy Community" goals, as listed. Ensure a Safe and Healthy Community 1. Complete Community Wildfire Protection Plan 2. Complete the Community Health Assessment and Health Improvement Plan 3. Regulate the use of Electric Bike and Scooters 4. Develop and implement the Quality of Life Task Force 5. Implement strategic plan for the Police Department- Outside audit of evidence 6. Complete Drug Recognition Program- mutual aid 7. Implement first phase of Downtown Camera Project 8. Develop a Family Reunification Plan 9. Strengthen Park Management Plan from pilot year 10. Implement multi-family inspection program 11. Analyze Cyanobacteria problem in Town 12. Improve communication and coordination with the Board of Health and Select Board
“On a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve the 12 "Ensure a Safe and Heathy Community" goals, as listed. Ensure a Safe and Healthy Community 1. Complete Community Wildfire Protection Plan 2. Complete the Community Health Assessment and Health Improvement Plan 3. Regulate the use of Electric Bike and Scooters 4. Develop and implement the Quality of Life Task Force 5. Implement strategic plan for the Police Department- Outside audit of evidence 6. Complete Drug Recognition Program- mutual aid 7. Implement first phase of Downtown Camera Project 8. Develop a Family Reunification Plan 9. Strengthen Park Management Plan from pilot year 10. Implement multi-family inspection program 11. Analyze Cyanobacteria problem in Town 12. Improve communication and coordination with the Board of Health and Select Board Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Approve the 4 listed "Commit to Long-Term Financial Planning" goals and priorities
To approve the 4 listed "Commit to Long-Term Financial Planning" goals and priorities. Commit to Long-Term Financial Planning 1. Prepare to implement the Supplemental Billing MGL for FY27 2. Present the 5-year finance forecasting model 3. Complete digitization of procurement processes and other finance functions 4. Review, research and develop a financial plan for all underutilized Trust Funds
“On a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve the 4 listed "Commit to Long-Term Financial Planning" goals and priorities. Commit to Long-Term Financial Planning 1. Prepare to implement the Supplemental Billing MGL for FY27 2. Present the 5-year finance forecasting model 3. Complete digitization of procurement processes and other finance functions 4. Review, research and develop a financial plan for all underutilized Trust Funds Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Approve the 5 listed "Communicate and Engage with the Public" goals and priorities
To approve the 5 listed "Communicate and Engage with the Public" goals and priorities. Communicate and Engage with the Public 1. Develop and implement a FY26 comprehensive Communications Plan 2. Continue to improve the town website to ensure information is easily accessible 3. Simplify complex information and provide proactive and consistent updates 4. Share and highlight town stories to celebrate local achievements 5. Conduct public outreach via two-way communication (Community Conversations)
“On a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve the 5 listed "Communicate and Engage with the Public" goals and priorities. Communicate and Engage with the Public 1. Develop and implement a FY26 comprehensive Communications Plan 2. Continue to improve the town website to ensure information is easily accessible 3. Simplify complex information and provide proactive and consistent updates 4. Share and highlight town stories to celebrate local achievements 5. Conduct public outreach via two-way communication (Community Conversations) Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Approve the 9 listed "Ensure a Vibrant Economic Development Business Center" goals and priorities
To approve the 9 listed "Ensure a Vibrant Economic Development Business Center" goals and priorities. Ensure a Vibrant Economic Development Business Center 1. Develop a downtown economic development plan 2. Pursue the acquisition of the DCR property on Water Street and the State Pier 3. Complete the Master Plan and monitor opportunities at the Holtec property 4. Explore the need to add a staff position to assist in the permitting and regulatory process 5. Develop a town-wide guide to permitting 6. Develop a more streamlined process for businesses to navigate town regulations 7. Develop a process to submit Business Certificates online 8. Pursue the improvement of the Bert's property 9. Complete and begin implementation (e.g. Zoning By-laws) of the Town's Master Plan
The names in the minutes do not match the recorded count (5-0), so individual votes are not shown. The minutes are unclear on the result: the count reads 5-0 but the names show 2 yes and 3 no.
“Selectman Keohan made a motion to approve the 9 listed "Ensure a Vibrant Economic Development Business Center" goals and priorities. Selectman Iaquinto seconded the motion. Ensure a Vibrant Economic Development Business Center 1. Develop a downtown economic development plan 2. Pursue the acquisition of the DCR property on Water Street and the State Pier 3. Complete the Master Plan and monitor opportunities at the Holtec property 4. Explore the need to add a staff position to assist in the permitting and regulatory process 5. Develop a town-wide guide to permitting 6. Develop a more streamlined process for businesses to navigate town regulations 7. Develop a process to submit Business Certificates online 8. Pursue the improvement of the Bert's property 9. Complete and begin implementation (e.g. Zoning By-laws) of the Town's Master Plan Roll Call 5/0: Canty-No, Golden-No, Iaquinto-No, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Keohan, second: Iaquinto)
That the Board take the FY26 Goals & Priorities Development Workshop portion of the agenda to a future meeting for further discussion at a public meeting
That the Board take the FY26 Goals & Priorities Development Workshop portion of the agenda to a future meeting for further discussion at a public meeting
Yes: Keohan, QuintalNo: Canty, Golden, Iaquinto
“Selectman Keohan made a motion that the Board take the FY26 Goals & Priorities Development Workshop portion of the agenda to a future meeting for further discussion at a public meeting. Selectman Quintal seconded the motion. Vice Chair Golden stated that this is a public meeting, members of the public are here, and he would like to continue reviewing the goals tonight. Chair Canty stated that he would also like to continue reviewing the goals now since we are here and there is no time limit on the meeting. Chair Canty added that the longer the Board takes to set the goals, the less time there is to accomplish them. Selectman Iaquinto stated that she would also like to continue reviewing the goals now. Chair Canty clarified that a "yes" vote would be to move this discussion to a future agenda and a "no" vote would be to finish the discussion now. Roll Call 2/3: Canty-No, Golden-No, Iaquinto-No, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Keohan, second: Quintal)
Approve the 11 listed "Improve Town Infrastructure" goals and priorities
To approve the 11 listed "Improve Town Infrastructure" goals and priorities. Improve Town Infrastructure 1. Complete and begin implementation Forges Field Master Plan 2. Complete and begin implementation Hedges Pond Master Plan 3. Complete the construction of the Route 80 Cemetery Project 4. Develop and implement a plan for Memorial Hall 5. Plan for a new Bourne Road Station 6. Continue the progressive roadway program 7. Develop a comprehensive Cyber Incident Response Plan 8. Develop a comprehensive wastewater management plan (CWMP) 9. Begin the Police Headquarters and/or unified Public Safety Complex Feasibility Study 10. Begin the permitting process for West Plymouth drinking water well 11. Complete the design for DPW Administration Building
“On a motion by Selectman Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve the 11 listed "Improve Town Infrastructure" goals and priorities. Improve Town Infrastructure 1. Complete and begin implementation Forges Field Master Plan 2. Complete and begin implementation Hedges Pond Master Plan 3. Complete the construction of the Route 80 Cemetery Project 4. Develop and implement a plan for Memorial Hall 5. Plan for a new Bourne Road Station 6. Continue the progressive roadway program 7. Develop a comprehensive Cyber Incident Response Plan 8. Develop a comprehensive wastewater management plan (CWMP) 9. Begin the Police Headquarters and/or unified Public Safety Complex Feasibility Study 10. Begin the permitting process for West Plymouth drinking water well 11. Complete the design for DPW Administration Building Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden- Yes, Iaquinto- Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Approve the 10 listed "Protect the Environment" goals and priorities
To approve the 10 listed "Protect the Environment" goals and priorities. Protect the Environment 1. Implementation of a transfer station "Swap Shop" Program 2. Develop a municipal solar program 3. Complete improvements of the Full Sail Property 4. Expand and provide more accessible EV charging locations 5. Complete Town Brook restoration 6. Begin construction of the Downtown Resiliency Project 7. Develop a tree planting initiative in urban heat island areas 8. Continue to pursue the acquisition of open space parcels 9. Review and streamline the process for donating parcels for open space purposes 10. Establish a Land Acquisition Account - Chapter 61
“On a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve the 10 listed "Protect the Environment" goals and priorities. Protect the Environment 1. Implementation of a transfer station "Swap Shop" Program 2. Develop a municipal solar program 3. Complete improvements of the Full Sail Property 4. Expand and provide more accessible EV charging locations 5. Complete Town Brook restoration 6. Begin construction of the Downtown Resiliency Project 7. Develop a tree planting initiative in urban heat island areas 8. Continue to pursue the acquisition of open space parcels 9. Review and streamline the process for donating parcels for open space purposes 10. Establish a Land Acquisition Account - Chapter 61 Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden- Yes, Iaquinto- Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Approve the 6 listed "Strengthen the Town's Workforce" goals and priorities
To approve the 6 listed "Strengthen the Town's Workforce" goals and priorities. Strengthen the Town's Workforce 1. Explore the feasibility of a 4-day work week 2. Develop an employee wellness and training program 3. Develop co-op programs with educational institutions 4. Digitize Personnel Records 5. Develop a plan to recruit and retain police officers 6. Complete Classification and Compensation study
“On a motion by Selectman Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve the 6 listed "Strengthen the Town's Workforce" goals and priorities. Strengthen the Town's Workforce 1. Explore the feasibility of a 4-day work week 2. Develop an employee wellness and training program 3. Develop co-op programs with educational institutions 4. Digitize Personnel Records 5. Develop a plan to recruit and retain police officers 6. Complete Classification and Compensation study Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden- Yes, Iaquinto- Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Approve the 9 listed "Create an Efficient Town Government" goals and priorities
To approve the 9 listed "Create an Efficient Town Government" goals and priorities. Create an Efficient Town Government 1. Continue to modernize and re-organize town functions/departments 2. Revise Fire department policies and procedures 3. Develop a nuisance by-law and identify blighted properties 4. Develop a plan to meet Mass GIS mapping requirements 5. Develop a tracking tool for town articles, Select Board goals and tasks 6. Codify Zoning By-laws 7. Establish a Historical Commission 8. Beginning the process of developing a town wide historic preservation plan 9. Investigate adding town-own buildings onto the National Register of Historic Places
“On a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve the 9 listed "Create an Efficient Town Government" goals and priorities. Create an Efficient Town Government 1. Continue to modernize and re-organize town functions/departments 2. Revise Fire department policies and procedures 3. Develop a nuisance by-law and identify blighted properties 4. Develop a plan to meet Mass GIS mapping requirements 5. Develop a tracking tool for town articles, Select Board goals and tasks 6. Codify Zoning By-laws 7. Establish a Historical Commission 8. Beginning the process of developing a town wide historic preservation plan 9. Investigate adding town-own buildings onto the National Register of Historic Places Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden- Yes, Iaquinto- Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Approve the 14 listed "Long Term Goals" goals and priorities
To approve the 14 listed "Long Term Goals" goals and priorities. Long Term Goals 1. Automate and digitize Town Hall operations and records away from paper-based products 2. Continue to update all Town by-laws and policies 3. Provide leadership training(s) to enhance & develop optimal leadership skills 4. Identify well locations in South Plymouth 5. Align common goals and strengthen relationships with Boards and Committees 6. Explore consolidation possibilities with the School Department 7. Identify parcels for future municipal needs 8. Look into the feasibility of adopting a Compact Neighborhood (Tiny House) bylaw 9. Begin the analysis of accepting private roads as a public way 10. Coordinate with School Department on possible future uses of Hedge School 11. Create an inventory of town owned land and how its held 12. Explore options for examining facilities maintenance in town buildings
“On a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve the 14 listed "Long Term Goals" goals and priorities. Long Term Goals 1. Automate and digitize Town Hall operations and records away from paper-based products 2. Continue to update all Town by-laws and policies 3. Provide leadership training(s) to enhance & develop optimal leadership skills 4. Identify well locations in South Plymouth 5. Align common goals and strengthen relationships with Boards and Committees 6. Explore consolidation possibilities with the School Department 7. Identify parcels for future municipal needs 8. Look into the feasibility of adopting a Compact Neighborhood (Tiny House) bylaw 9. Begin the analysis of accepting private roads as a public way 10. Coordinate with School Department on possible future uses of Hedge School 11. Create an inventory of town owned land and how its held 12. Explore options for examining facilities maintenance in town buildings 13. Develop a strategy to improve affordable housing options for all generations 14. Examine a staffing model for the Department of Planning and Development 15. Appoint a liaison to the COPC Legislative Oversight Sub-Committee Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden- Yes, Iaquinto- Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Approve the remaining licenses, listed below, as a group (the Common Victualler item was taken separately)
To approve the remaining licenses, listed below, as a group (the Common Victualler item was taken separately)
“On a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve all Licenses, listed below, as a group. Selectman Quintal requested to take the Common Victualler item separately. The remaining licenses, listed below, were approved on a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto. One Day Wine and Malt License Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave., Caitlyn Foster is requesting a one day wine and malt license for 11/1/25 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for a private event at The Fort on their property. Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave., Caitlyn Foster is requesting a one day wine and malt license for 9/10/25 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for a private event for their museum council members to be held at the Craft Center. Mayflower Brewing Company, 12 Resnik Road, Ashley Humason is requesting a one day wine and malt license for 9/6/25 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the Props and Hops event at the Plymouth Airport, 246 S. Meadow Road. Loud Entertainment, 16 Tisbury St., New Bedford, MA , Jose Goncalves is requesting a one day wine and malt license for 9/6/25 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. for a concert at Memorial Hall. Spectacle Management, 57 Bedford St., John Palmer is requesting a one day wine and malt license from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for a concert at Memorial Hall on the following dates: 9/26, 10/2, 10/8, 10/9, 10/15, 10/16, & 10/19, 2025. Independent Fermentations Brewing, 54 Pawtuxet Rd., Paul Nixon is requesting a one day wine and malt license for 9/6/25 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the Props and Hops event at the Plymouth Airport, 246 S. Meadow Road. Independent Fermentations Brewing, 54 Pawtuxet Rd., Paul Nixon is requesting a one day wine and malt license for 9/6/25 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for a fundraiser at Forges Cranberry, 173 Old Sandwich Road. Amplified Music Permit Outsider Endurance LLC, 63 Deer Ridge Rd., Jeff Smith is requesting an amplified music permit for 9/5/25 and 9/6/25 from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at College Pond Day Use Area in Myles Standish State Forest for a triathlon. Comprehensive Entertainment Plymouth Bay Winery 14 Water Street Michael Carr - Group 1, 3 and 4. Radio, tv, live entertainment, moving pictures, plays, floor shows, light shows, theatre shows. Change of Officer (Liquor) Cumberland Farms of Massachusetts Inc., 154 Samoset Street is requesting a change of officers. Please see attached. Eversource Utility Petition Eversource Energy W/O 20391963 One (1) petition covering the installation of underground cable and conduit and 3 handhole along Spring Lane in Plymouth. This is necessary to upgrade lighting and add an EV Charging Station on Town property. Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Approve the Common Victualler request, listed below
To approve the Common Victualler request, listed below. Common Victualler Vela Juice Bar 2307 State Road Ana Walsh, Owner This is for their second location
Yes: Canty, Golden, Iaquinto, KeohanAbstained: Quintal
“On a motion by Selectman Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve the Common Victualler request, listed below. Common Victualler Vela Juice Bar 2307 State Road Ana Walsh, Owner This is for their second location. Roll Call 4/0: Canty-Yes, Golden-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Abstain.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Administrative Notes #1- 7 as a group
Administrative Notes #1- 7 as a group. 1. The Board will authorize the application for, and (if awarded) acceptance and expenditure of, a grant in the amount of $50,000.00 through the Federal Emergency Management Administration's Port Security Grant Program, to fund the replacement of the Harbormaster Division's communication radios. 2. The Board will authorize the acceptance and expenditure of a donation in the amount of $250.00, made by the Plymouth Rotary Sunrise Club to the Distinguished Visitors Gift Account, to assist Plymouth's students with travel and/or host gift expenses associated with the 2025 Sister City exchange trip to Shichigahama, Japan. 3. The Board will vote to approve an amendment to the Coastal Roots, LLC Host Community Agreement. 4. The Board will vote to approve and execute the Regulatory Agreement for Redbrook Use Area 6 Phase 5, Townhomes on the Green, 2 affordab
“On a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted Administrative Notes #1- 7 as a group. 1. The Board will authorize the application for, and (if awarded) acceptance and expenditure of, a grant in the amount of $50,000.00 through the Federal Emergency Management Administration's Port Security Grant Program, to fund the replacement of the Harbormaster Division's communication radios. 2. The Board will authorize the acceptance and expenditure of a donation in the amount of $250.00, made by the Plymouth Rotary Sunrise Club to the Distinguished Visitors Gift Account, to assist Plymouth's students with travel and/or host gift expenses associated with the 2025 Sister City exchange trip to Shichigahama, Japan. 3. The Board will vote to approve an amendment to the Coastal Roots, LLC Host Community Agreement. 4. The Board will vote to approve and execute the Regulatory Agreement for Redbrook Use Area 6 Phase 5, Townhomes on the Green, 2 affordable units, pursuant to G.L. c. 23B §1 as amended by Chapter 7 of the Acts of 2023, the city/town of Plymouth (the "Municipality"), and Whiteman Homes, Inc., a Massachusetts corporation/limited partnership/limited liability company, having an address at 120 Sunflower Way Plymouth, MA 02360, and its successors and assigns ("Project Sponsor"). 5. The Board will vote to include Article 5: Change 2026 Spring Town Meeting Date to the 2025 Fall Town Meeting Warrant and recommend it to Town Meeting. 6. The Board will vote to include Article 8: Eversource Easement - Spring Lane/Jenney Pond Easement to the 2025 Fall Town Meeting Warrant and recommend it to Town Meeting. 7. The Board will vote to include Article 15: Tax Title Property Transfer to the 2025 Fall Town Meeting Warrant and recommend it to Town Meeting. Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Accept the report from Sasaki
To accept the report from Sasaki
“Vice Chair Golden made a motion to accept the report from Sasaki. Selectman Iaquinto seconded the motion. Chair Canty elaborated upon his concerns with housing development on this site, stating that he would like to see as much of this site in conservation as possible. Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Approve the position of Town Moderator for Special Municipal Employee designation
To approve the position of Town Moderator for Special Municipal Employee designation
Yes: Golden, Iaquinto, Keohan, QuintalNo: Canty
“Vice Chair Golden made a motion to approve the position of Town Moderator for Special Municipal Employee designation. Selectman Iaquinto seconded the motion. Chair Canty stated that he thinks this application is fundamentally different from the other applications they have received and will be voting no to grant Mr. Triffletti SME status. Roll Call 4/1: Canty-No, Golden-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Allow Mr. Withington an additional 3 minutes of public comment
To allow Mr. Withington an additional 3 minutes of public comment
Yes: Canty, Iaquinto, Keohan, QuintalNo: Golden
“On a motion by Selectman Quintal, seconded by Selectman Iaquitno, the Board voted to allow Mr. Withington an additional 3 minutes of public comment. Roll Call 4/1: Canty-Yes, Golden-No, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Quintal, second: Iaquinto)
Skip Select Board Discussion and move directly to Executive Session
To skip Select Board Discussion and move directly to Executive Session
“On a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to skip Select Board Discussion and move directly to Executive Session. Roll Call 5/0: Canty-Yes, Golden-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-Yes.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
Enter Executive Session at 10:18 PM and not return to Open Session
To enter Executive Session at 10:18 PM and not return to Open Session
Yes: Canty, Golden, Iaquinto, KeohanNo: Quintal
“On a motion by Vice Chair Golden, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to enter Executive Session at 10:18 PM and not return to Open Session. Roll Call 4/1: Canty-Yes, Golden-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes, Quintal-No.” (Motion: Golden, second: Iaquinto)
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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