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December 15, 2025
9 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Adam C. Murphy, Paul Ciaburri, Bradford N. Morse
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve the open session minutes of November 13", 2025
To approve the open session minutes of November 13", 2025.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Brad Morse to approve the open session minutes of November 13", 2025. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Paul Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
ACTION ITEMS AND DISCUSSIONS
Approve the renewal of the liquor, Class II & Class III and automatic amusement licenses, except for Murphy's Auto Salvage, as presented
To approve the renewal of the liquor, Class II & Class III and automatic amusement licenses, except for Murphy's Auto Salvage, as presented.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Brad Morse to approve the renewal of the liquor, Class II & Class III and automatic amusement licenses, except for Murphy's Auto Salvage, as presented. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion passes, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Select Board Member Murphy recuses himself from the following vote
Approve the renewal of Murphy's Auto Salvage Class II license
To approve the renewal of Murphy's Auto Salvage Class II license.
Yes: Ciaburri, MorseAdam C. Murphy stepped aside (recused) on this item and is not counted in this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Morse to approve the renewal of Murphy's Auto Salvage Class II license. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. The motion passes, 2-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Lakeville/Rochester Animal Shelter Contract
Approve and sign the agreement between Lakeville and Rochester for the use of the Lakeville Animal Shelter and to pay the $500.00 annual upkeep fee
To approve and sign the agreement between Lakeville and Rochester for the use of the Lakeville Animal Shelter and to pay the $500.00 annual upkeep fee.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Morse to approve and sign the agreement between Lakeville and Rochester for the use of the Lakeville Animal Shelter and to pay the $500.00 annual upkeep fee. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Resignation Letter from Rochester Memorial School Committee member - Anne Fernandes
Sign the citation of recognition for Anne Fernandes for her service to the community
To sign the citation of recognition for Anne Fernandes for her service to the community.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Morse to sign the citation of recognition for Anne Fernandes for her service to the community. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Event Committee Gift Act
Establish a gift account for donations for the Events Committee
To establish a gift account for donations for the Events Committee.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Morse to establish a gift account for donations for the Events Committee. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Municipal Empowerment Act
Send a letter of support, except for the ability to increase taxes
To send a letter of support, except for the ability to increase taxes.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Morse to send a letter of support, except for the ability to increase taxes. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Dispatch - Regional vs. Local
Facilitate a meeting with Senator Rodericks on the topic of a local dispatch
To facilitate a meeting with Senator Rodericks on the topic of a local dispatch.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Morse to facilitate a meeting with Senator Rodericks on the topic of a local dispatch. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn the meeting
To adjourn the meeting.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board Member Morse to adjourn the meeting. The motion is seconded by Select Board Member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
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