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March 31, 2026
21 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
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Present: Kevin Canty, Deb Iaquinto, Bill Keohan, Richard Quintal Jr.
Absent: David Golden Jr.
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Approve the change of ownership and alteration of premises request from Second Wind Brewing Company LLC, 11 Main Street, Steven A. Shepard, Manager, holder of a Farmer Brewing Pouring Permit
To approve the change of ownership and alteration of premises request from Second Wind Brewing Company LLC, 11 Main Street, Steven A. Shepard, Manager, holder of a Farmer Brewing Pouring Permit
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Canty, seconded by Selectman Keohan, the Board voted to approve the change of ownership and alteration of premises request from Second Wind Brewing Company LLC, 11 Main Street, Steven A. Shepard, Manager, holder of a Farmer Brewing Pouring Permit. Roll Call 4/0: Golden-Absent, Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Canty, second: Keohan)
Approve the change of officers and transfer of stock request from Latinos Inc d/b/a Bamba Tacos & Tequila, 15 Sandwich Street, Etelvina Covaruubias, Manager
To approve the change of officers and transfer of stock request from Latinos Inc d/b/a Bamba Tacos & Tequila, 15 Sandwich Street, Etelvina Covaruubias, Manager
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Iaquinto, seconded by Selectman Keohan, the Board voted to approve the change of officers and transfer of stock request from Latinos Inc d/b/a Bamba Tacos & Tequila, 15 Sandwich Street, Etelvina Covaruubias, Manager. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Iaquinto, second: Keohan)
Approve all licenses, listed below, as a group
To approve all licenses, listed below, as a group. Amplified Music Permit Plymouth Public Schools, 11 Lincoln Street, Kim Robinson is requesting an amplified music permit for 6/13/26 from 6:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Plymouth Memorial State Park Amphitheater for a for their sixth annual VPA Kyle Coffee House event. Plymouth Farmer's Market, 131 Chestnut Street, Middleboro, David Purpura is requesting an amplified music permit from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Plymouth Public Library for a Farmer's Market on Thursdays, 5/14/26 through 10/29/26 Inebri-Art LLC, 7 Washington Street, Andy Driscoll is requesting an amplified music permit from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for Arts and Crafts on the Green on the Town Hall lawn on the following dates: 4/4, 4/18, 5/2, 5/16, 6/6, 6/20, 7/18, 8/1, 8/15, 9/5, 9/19, 10/3 and 10/17, 2026. Redbrook, 1 Greenside Way North, Kim Houdlette is requestin
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Keohan, seconded by Selectman Canty, the Board voted to approve all licenses, listed below, as a group. Amplified Music Permit Plymouth Public Schools, 11 Lincoln Street, Kim Robinson is requesting an amplified music permit for 6/13/26 from 6:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Plymouth Memorial State Park Amphitheater for a for their sixth annual VPA Kyle Coffee House event. Plymouth Farmer's Market, 131 Chestnut Street, Middleboro, David Purpura is requesting an amplified music permit from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Plymouth Public Library for a Farmer's Market on Thursdays, 5/14/26 through 10/29/26 Inebri-Art LLC, 7 Washington Street, Andy Driscoll is requesting an amplified music permit from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for Arts and Crafts on the Green on the Town Hall lawn on the following dates: 4/4, 4/18, 5/2, 5/16, 6/6, 6/20, 7/18, 8/1, 8/15, 9/5, 9/19, 10/3 and 10/17, 2026. Redbrook, 1 Greenside Way North, Kim Houdlette is requesting an amplified music permit for 4/18/26 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for music on The Green, 1 Greenside Way North for an Earth Day Celebration. Change of Manager (Liquor) MVC Hospitality Management Inc. d/b/a John Carver Inn & Spa, 25 Summer Street, is requesting a change of manager from Christopher Eori to Richard J. Abbott. Second Wind Brewing Company LLC, 11 Main Street, is requesting a change of manager from Steven Shepard to Hans TerBush. Change of Officers (Liquor) Second Wind Brewing Company LLC, 11 Main Street, is requesting a change of officers. Change of D/B/A (Liquor) West Plymouth Social Club Inc., 101 Carver Road, Unit A4, is requesting a change in D/B/A (Doing Business As) from West Plymouth Social Club to Ember Lounge. Management /Operation Agreement (Liquor) Plymouth Social LLC, 1 Grant Ave, Wellesley is requesting to oversee operations of the food and beverage service for MVC Hospitality Management Inc. d/b/a John Carver Inn & Spa, 25 Summer Street. MVP Hospitality Management Inc. will continue to hold the Annual All Alcohol Innholder's liquor license. Eversource Utility Petition Eversource Energy W/O 22033847 One petition covering the installation of four (4) FO polls on Hedges Pond Road. And one petition covering the installation of four (4) JO polls on Hedges Pond Road. The purpose of this construction is to provide service to 71 Hedges Pond Road. Eversource Energy W/O 23044447 One petition covering the installation of one (1) JO Pole on Center Hill Road. The purpose of this construction is to provide service to Coastal Bluff Drive. Eversource Energy W/O 10663141 One petition covering the installation of two (2) JO Poles on Bartlett Road. The purpose of this construction was for the Town to add sidewalks to a section of Bartlett Rd. Eversource Entergy W/O 23145473 One petition covering the installation of one (1) new FO pole in Right of Way on West Cherry Street. Seasonal Liquor Renewals Pinewood Lodge, Inc. d/b/a Pinewood Lodge 190 Pinewood Lodge.” (Motion: Keohan, second: Canty)
Approve Administrative Notes #1-12, listed below, as a group
To approve Administrative Notes #1-12, listed below, as a group. 1. The Board will vote to appoint the following designees to the Plymouth 250 Commemoration Committee for terms expiring March 30, 2027: Keiko Orrall, See Plymouth; Amy Naples, Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce; Stephen Cole, Plymouth Foundation; Melissa Ferretti, Wampanoag Community Representative; Cheryl Soares, Mayflower Society; Patrick Browne, Plymouth Antiquarian Society; Douglas Ozelius, Plymouth Historical Commission; Tom Begley, Plimoth Patuxet Museums; Tamao Buffalo-Ellis, Distinguished Visitors Committee; Anne Marie Winchester, July 4th Plymouth Committee; Olly deMacedo, America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration; Sue Ste. Marie, Mercy Otis Warren Society; Donna D. Curtin, Pilgrim Hall Museum; Michael Lombard, Historic District Commission; Lucile Leary, Cordage Historical Society; Terah Harootunian, Daughters of
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Keohan, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to approve Administrative Notes #1-12, listed below, as a group. 1. The Board will vote to appoint the following designees to the Plymouth 250 Commemoration Committee for terms expiring March 30, 2027: Keiko Orrall, See Plymouth; Amy Naples, Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce; Stephen Cole, Plymouth Foundation; Melissa Ferretti, Wampanoag Community Representative; Cheryl Soares, Mayflower Society; Patrick Browne, Plymouth Antiquarian Society; Douglas Ozelius, Plymouth Historical Commission; Tom Begley, Plimoth Patuxet Museums; Tamao Buffalo-Ellis, Distinguished Visitors Committee; Anne Marie Winchester, July 4th Plymouth Committee; Olly deMacedo, America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration; Sue Ste. Marie, Mercy Otis Warren Society; Donna D. Curtin, Pilgrim Hall Museum; Michael Lombard, Historic District Commission; Lucile Leary, Cordage Historical Society; Terah Harootunian, Daughters of the American Revolution; and Steve Lydon, Visitor Services Board. 2. The Board will vote to approve the proposed Eagle Scout project of Dylan Mott, of Boy Scout Troop 64, to rehabilitate all existing bleachers at Forges Field - Soccer Field 3. 3. The Board will vote to appoint Patricia Meachen, Treasurer/Collector, as the custodian of the referenced tax possession properties, as detailed in the packet, in order to hold a Public Auction. 4. The Board will authorize the application for, and (if awarded) acceptance and expenditure of, a Massachusetts State Budget Earmark in the amount of $51,463.00, to be utilized towards the upgrade of Fire Department radios. 5. The Board will authorize the application for, and (if awarded) acceptance and expenditure of, a Massachusetts State Budget Earmark in the amount of $50,000.00, to be utilized towards the facilitation of a community equity survey and a subsequent, Town-wide municipal employee equity training. 6. The Board will authorize the application for, and (if awarded) acceptance and expenditure of, a Massachusetts State Budget Earmark in the amount of $50,892.00, to be utilized towards the purchase of a low speed electric vehicle and a compact snow removal tractor, to be used at the Town's parks and recreation areas. 7. The Board will authorize the application for, and (if awarded) acceptance and expenditure of, a Massachusetts State Budget Earmark in the amount of $48,091.00, to be utilized towards the installation of safety bollards at seven school facilities. 8. The Board will authorize the acceptance and expenditure of a donation of $20,000.00 from the Plymouth Growth & Development Corporation towards the expense of updating Plymouth's Harbor Plan. 9. The Board will authorize the acceptance and expenditure of a grant in the amount of $2,500.00 from the Greater Plymouth Community Health Network Alliance (CHNA), to be used towards the expense of developing an Age- and Dementia-Friendly Action Plan. 10. The Board will vote to authorize th.” (Motion: Keohan, second: Iaquinto)
Amend Article 7 back to the Board's original recommendation
To amend Article 7 back to the Board's original recommendation
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Iaquinto, seconded by Selectman Canty, the Board voted to amend Article 7 back to the Board's original recommendation. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Iaquinto, second: Canty)
Move Article 18 item A33 (DPW parks and forestry training green pedestrian lighting and irrigation) at Town Meeting
To move Article 18 item A33 (DPW parks and forestry training green pedestrian lighting and irrigation) at Town Meeting
Yes: Canty, Iaquinto, QuintalNo: Keohan
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Canty, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to move Article 18 item A33 (DPW parks and forestry training green pedestrian lighting and irrigation) at Town Meeting. Roll Call 3/1: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-No.” (Motion: Canty, second: Iaquinto)
Recommend Article 18 items A7, which are the police rear parking lot upgrades, and Article 18 item A30, Department of Energy and Environment Downtown Resiliency Project phase two civic areas to...
To recommend Article 18 items A7, which are the police rear parking lot upgrades, and Article 18 item A30, Department of Energy and Environment Downtown Resiliency Project phase two civic areas to Town Meeting
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Canty, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to recommend Article 18 items A7, which are the police rear parking lot upgrades, and Article 18 item A30, Department of Energy and Environment Downtown Resiliency Project phase two civic areas to Town Meeting. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Canty, second: Iaquinto)
Appoint Dr. Kathleen Babini, George McKay, and Margaret Scott to one-year terms on the Plymouth 250 Commemoration Committee, expiring March 30, 2027
To appoint Dr. Kathleen Babini, George McKay, and Margaret Scott to one-year terms on the Plymouth 250 Commemoration Committee, expiring March 30, 2027
Members named their choice: Iaquinto (Dr. Babini, Mr. McKay, and Ms. Scott), Canty (Dr. Babini, Ms. Scott, and Mr. Shobbrook), Keohan (Dr. Babini, Mr. McKay, and Ms. Scott), Quintal (Dr. Babini, Ms. Scott, and Mr. McKay).
From the minutes
“Plymouth 250 Commemoration Committee Appointments Vice Chair Quintal opened the floor to review applications for the three vacant citizen-at-large seats on the Plymouth 250 Commemoration Committee. The Board reviewed applications from Dr. Kathleen Babini (present), Daniel Contrino (present), George McKay (present), Leslie Osborne (absent, with notice), David P. Penkala (absent), Margaret Scott (present), Timothy J. Shobbrook (present), Monique C. Taylor (absent), and Hunter Young (present remote via Zoom). Vice Chair Quintal requested that each Board member nominate three applicants to appoint to the committee. Selectman Iaquinto nominated Dr. Babini, Mr. McKay, and Ms. Scott. Selectman Canty nominated Dr. Babini, Ms. Scott, and Mr. Shobbrook. Selectman Keohan nominated Dr. Babini, Mr. McKay, and Ms. Scott. Vice Chair Quintal nominated Dr. Babini, Ms. Scott, and Mr. McKay. As a result of these nominations, the Board appointed Dr. Kathleen Babini, George McKay, and Margaret Scott to one-year terms on the Plymouth 250 Commemoration Committee, expiring March 30, 2027..”
Appoint Jennifer Lynne Ehalt to the Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2026
To appoint Jennifer Lynne Ehalt to the Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2026
Members named their choice: Keohan (Jennifer Lynne Ehalt for the term expiring June 30, 2026), Quintal (Jennifer Lynne Ehalt for the term expiring June 30, 2026).
From the minutes
“Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee Appointments Vice Chair Quintal opened the floor to review applicants for the two vacancies on the Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee. The Board reviewed applications from Allen Giles (present), Jennifer Lynne Ehalt (absent), and Daniel Sullivan (present). Selectman Canty and Selectman Iaquinto abstained from making an appointment for the term expiring June 30, 2026. Selectman Keohan and Vice Chair Quintal nominated to appoint Jennifer Lynne Ehalt for the term expiring June 30, 2026. As a result of these nominations, the Board appointed Jennifer Lynne Ehalt to the Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2026..”
Appoint Allen Giles to the Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2027
To appoint Allen Giles to the Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2027
From the minutes
“Selectman Canty, Selectman Keohan, Selectman Iaquinto, and Vice Chair Quintal all nominated to appoint Allen Giles to the Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee for the term expiring June 30, 2027. As a result of these nominations, the Board unanimously voted to appoint Allen Giles to the Climate Action Net Zero (CANZ) Committee for a term expiring June 30, 2027..”
Appoint Ms. Buffalo-Ellis and Dr. Mukundan to the Plymouth for All Committee for terms expiring June 30, 2027
To appoint Ms. Buffalo-Ellis and Dr. Mukundan to the Plymouth for All Committee for terms expiring June 30, 2027
From the minutes
“Plymouth for All Committee Appointments Vice Chair Quintal opened the floor to review applications for the two vacant terms on the Plymouth for All Committee. Applicant Barnaby W. Bosanquet withdrew his application prior to the meeting. The Board reviewed applications from Tamao Buffalo-Ellis (present), Daniel Sullivan (present), Isaiah Riley (absent), and Dr. Srinivasan Mukundan Jr. (present). Selectman Canty, Selectman Keohan, Selectman Iaquinto, and Vice Chair Quintal each nominated Ms. Buffalo- Ellis and Dr. Mukundan for the two vacant seats on the Plymouth for All Committee. As a result of these nominations, the Board unanimously voted to appoint Ms. Buffalo-Ellis and Dr. Mukundan to the Plymouth for All Committee for terms expiring June 30, 2027..”
Retain the property for municipal purposes, specifically for drainage and a park
To retain the property for municipal purposes, specifically for drainage and a park
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Canty, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to retain the property for municipal purposes, specifically for drainage and a park. Selectman Iaquinto seconded the motion. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Canty, second: Iaquinto)
Auction this property
To auction this property
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Iaquinto, seconded by Selectman Canty, the Board voted to auction this property. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Iaquinto, second: Canty)
Auction 130 Astor Road with a restriction of a covenant for no builds
To auction 130 Astor Road with a restriction of a covenant for no builds
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Keohan, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to auction 130 Astor Road with a restriction of a covenant for no builds. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Keohan, second: Iaquinto)
Retain it for municipal use, specifically open space
To retain it for municipal use, specifically open space
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Canty, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to retain it for municipal use, specifically open space. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Canty, second: Iaquinto)
Retain it as a possible pocket park
To retain it as a possible pocket park
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Keohan, seconded by Selectman Canty, the Board voted to retain it as a possible pocket park. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Keohan, second: Canty)
Retain it for aquifer protection
To retain it for aquifer protection
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Canty, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to retain it for aquifer protection. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Canty, second: Iaquinto)
Appoint Patricia Meachen, Treasurer/Collector, as the custodian of the tax possession properties that the Board has decided to auction and to have the relevant departments record deeds for the...
To appoint Patricia Meachen, Treasurer/Collector, as the custodian of the tax possession properties that the Board has decided to auction and to have the relevant departments record deeds for the ones the Board chose to retain for their designated purposes
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Canty, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to appoint Patricia Meachen, Treasurer/Collector, as the custodian of the tax possession properties that the Board has decided to auction and to have the relevant departments record deeds for the ones the Board chose to retain for their designated purposes. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Canty, second: Iaquinto)
Create a Facilities Task Force to examine how the town cares for its buildings and whether facilities should be an independent department, as amended to include what it might look like to issue an...
To create a Facilities Task Force to examine how the town cares for its buildings and whether facilities should be an independent department, as amended to include what it might look like to issue an RFP to examine this further
Yes: Canty, KeohanNo: Iaquinto, Quintal
From the minutes
“Selectman Keohan amended his motion to include what it might look like to issue an RFP to examine this further. Selectman Iaquinto stated that this is still too many objectives for a four-month group of internal people to study. Selectman Canty stated that the four months are going to pass regardless so we might as well try to accomplish it. Roll Call 2/2: Quintal-No, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-No, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Keohan, second: Canty)
Put together a committee to work for the next 4 months ending at the end of July comprised of two people recommended by the town manager, two from the building committee, one from the DPW, one...
To put together a committee to work for the next 4 months ending at the end of July comprised of two people recommended by the town manager, two from the building committee, one from the DPW, one from the school staff on facilities, two citizens at large, and one person from procurement, with the task being to put together an RFP to evaluate how the town manages facilities and the best practices going forward including the possibility of a reorganization of town side and or school side facilities
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Canty, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to put together a committee to work for the next 4 months ending at the end of July comprised of two people recommended by the town manager, two from the building committee, one from the DPW, one from the school staff on facilities, two citizens at large, and one person from procurement, with the task being to put together an RFP to evaluate how the town manages facilities and the best practices going forward including the possibility of a reorganization of town side and or school side facilities. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Canty, second: Iaquinto)
Adjourn at 10:52 PM
To adjourn at 10:52 PM
From the minutes
“On a motion by Selectman Canty, seconded by Selectman Iaquinto, the Board voted to adjourn at 10:52 PM. Roll Call 4/0: Quintal-Yes, Canty-Yes, Iaquinto-Yes, Keohan-Yes.” (Motion: Canty, 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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