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Rochester Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting

April 28, 2025

33 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF)

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Attendance

Present: Bradford N. Morse, Adam C. Murphy, Paul Ciaburri

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Approve the open session minutes of April 14", 2025

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the open session minutes of April 14", 2025.

From the minutes

“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to approve the open session minutes of April 14", 2025. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

PEOPLE ON THE AGENDA

Approve the pole installation on Vaughan Hill Road by Eversource as presented

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the pole installation on Vaughan Hill Road by Eversource as presented.

From the minutes

“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to approve the pole installation on Vaughan Hill Road by Eversource as presented. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve a new liquor license and the pledge of license for Rochester Wine Spirits Inc, to be located at 621 County Road

Minutes, page 1

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve a new liquor license and the pledge of license for Rochester Wine Spirits Inc, to be located at 621 County Road.

From the minutes

“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to approve a new liquor license and the pledge of license for Rochester Wine Spirits Inc, to be located at 621 County Road. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Administrator to enter into a license agreement between the Town of Rochester and the New England Rodeo for the use of 65 Pine Street

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To authorize the Town Administrator to enter into a license agreement between the Town of Rochester and the New England Rodeo for the use of 65 Pine Street.

From the minutes

“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to authorize the Town Administrator to enter into a license agreement between the Town of Rochester and the New England Rodeo for the use of 65 Pine Street. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

SELECT BOARD SIGNATURE

Nominate Mr. David Hughes to represent the Town of Rochester on the Old Colony School Board for a three-year term ending April 30", 2028

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To nominate Mr. David Hughes to represent the Town of Rochester on the Old Colony School Board for a three-year term ending April 30", 2028.

From the minutes

“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to nominate Mr. David Hughes to represent the Town of Rochester on the Old Colony School Board for a three-year term ending April 30", 2028. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Appoint the candidates to the Rochester boards and committees as presented

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To appoint the candidates to the Rochester boards and committees as presented.

From the minutes

“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to appoint the candidates to the Rochester boards and committees as presented. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the annual flammable fluid and range licenses as presented

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To approve the annual flammable fluid and range licenses as presented.

From the minutes

“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to approve the annual flammable fluid and range licenses as presented. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

ATM Draft Warrant Review

Recommend Article I

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend Article I.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend Article I. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Recommend: ATM Draft Warrant Review

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Review again on May 5"

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To review again on May 5".

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to review again on May 5". The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Recommend: ATM Draft Warrant Review

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Review again on May 5"

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To review again on May 5".

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to review again on May 5" The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Recommend: ATM Draft Warrant Review

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Review again on May 5"

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To review again on May 5".

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to review again on May 5". The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Recommend: ATM Draft Warrant Review

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Recommend

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To recommend.

From the minutes

“A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to recommend. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn the meeting

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

To adjourn the meeting. The ; motion is.

From the minutes

“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Murphy to adjourn the meeting. The ; motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

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