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November 4, 2024
10 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Adam C. Murphy, Paul Ciaburri
Absent: Bradford N. Morse
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Minutes
Accept the Open Session Minutes of October 21*, 2024, as presented
To accept the Open Session Minutes of October 21*, 2024, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Ciaburri to accept the Open Session Minutes of October 21*, 2024, as presented. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Murphy. All present members of the Board are in favor.” (Motion: Ciaburri, second: Murphy)
Special Town Meeting Postponement
Postpone the Special Town Meeting date from January 6, 2025, to January 27, 2025, with an inclement weather/overflow date of January 28, 2025
To postpone the Special Town Meeting date from January 6, 2025, to January 27, 2025, with an inclement weather/overflow date of January 28, 2025.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Ciaburri to postpone the Special Town Meeting date from January 6, 2025, to January 27, 2025, with an inclement weather/overflow date of January 28, 2025. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Murphy. Motion carries, 2-0.” (Motion: Ciaburri, second: Murphy)
Article Submission for Special Town Meeting: Refer to Planning Board for five (5) by-law Articles
Refer the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing
To refer the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Ciaburri to refer the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Murphy. The motion carries, 2-0.” (Motion: Ciaburri, second: Murphy)
Refer the Photovoltaic Screening by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing
To refer the Photovoltaic Screening by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Ciaburri to refer the Photovoltaic Screening by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Murphy. The motion carries, 2-0.” (Motion: Ciaburri, second: Murphy)
Refer the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing
To refer the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Ciaburri to refer the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Murphy. The motion carries, 2-0.” (Motion: Ciaburri, second: Murphy)
Refer the STR (Short Term Rental) by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing
To refer the STR (Short Term Rental) by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Ciaburri to refer the STR (Short Term Rental) by-law to the Planning Board for a public hearing. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Murphy. The motion carries, 2-0.” (Motion: Ciaburri, second: Murphy)
Refer the removal of the term Use Variance from the Zoning by-laws to the Planning Board for a public hearing
To refer the removal of the term Use Variance from the Zoning by-laws to the Planning Board for a public hearing.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Ciaburri to refer the removal of the term Use Variance from the Zoning by-laws to the Planning Board for a public hearing. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Murphy. The motion carries, 2-0.” (Motion: Ciaburri, second: Murphy)
SEMASS Donation Fund Request
Approve the use of SEMASS donation funds for the purchase of Snipatuit water monitoring equipment in the amount of $800
To approve the use of SEMASS donation funds for the purchase of Snipatuit water monitoring equipment in the amount of $800.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Ciaburri to approve the use of SEMASS donation funds for the purchase of Snipatuit water monitoring equipment in the amount of $800. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Murphy. The motion carries, 2-0.” (Motion: Ciaburri, second: Murphy)
Approve the use of SEMASS donation funds for the Town Hall brick work in the amount of $8,000
To approve the use of SEMASS donation funds for the Town Hall brick work in the amount of $8,000.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Ciaburri to approve the use of SEMASS donation funds for the Town Hall brick work in the amount of $8,000. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Murphy. The motion carries, 2-0.” (Motion: Ciaburri, second: Murphy)
Adjournment
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law Chapter 30A Section 21 (a)(2) - To conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or contract...
To enter into Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law Chapter 30A Section 21 (a)(2) - To conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Planner, Building Commissioner/Inspector, Assistant Accountant) and to review and approve the minutes of executive session for meetings held on July 15'", August 9' August 15", August 19", August 22", September 9", September 17", September 23", and October 7", 2024. The Select Board will NOT return to Open Session at the conclusion of the Executive Session.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Ciaburri to enter into Executive Session pursuant to Open Meeting Law Chapter 30A Section 21 (a)(2) - To conduct strategy session in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Planner, Building Commissioner/Inspector, Assistant Accountant) and to review and approve the minutes of executive session for meetings held on July 15'", August 9' August 15", August 19", August 22", September 9", September 17", September 23", and October 7", 2024. The Select Board will NOT return to Open Session at the conclusion of the Executive Session. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Murphy. Motion carries, 2- 0.” (Motion: Ciaburri, second: Murphy)
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