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June 1, 2026
15 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Adam C. Murphy, Paul Ciaburri, Bradford N. Morse
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
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Approve the open session'minutes _ of May 4", 2026
To approve the open session'minutes _ of May 4", 2026.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board:member Morse to approve the open session'minutes _ of May 4", 2026, The motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri. Motion carries,.3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
A motion is,made by Select Board member Morse to open the public hearing; 'The: motion'is
To a motion is,made by Select Board member Morse to open the public hearing; 'The: motion'is.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is,made by Select Board member Morse to open the public hearing; 'The: motion'is seconded by 'Select Board member Paul Ciaburro:, Motion carries; 3-0.”
Eversource Enetgy: Install one (1) néw JO, pole 37/36 in the'Right of Way on Clapp Road
Approve the request from Eversource Energy to install one (1) new.JO Pole 37/36 within the public right of way on Clapp Road; subject to all applicable permits'and conditions
To approve the request from Eversource Energy to install one (1) new.JO Pole 37/36 within the public right of way on Clapp Road; subject to all applicable permits'and conditions.
From the minutes
“Motion: A'motion is made by Select Board member Morse to approve the request from Eversource Energy to install one (1) new.JO Pole 37/36 within the public right of way on Clapp Road; subject to all applicable permits'and conditions. The motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri.. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Approve the request from Eversource Energy to install one (1) new FO pole on the 858/1 including a back guy & anchor in the Right of Way on High Street, subject to all applicable permits and...
To approve the request from Eversource Energy to install one (1) new FO pole on the 858/1 including a back guy & anchor in the Right of Way on High Street, subject to all applicable permits and conditions.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Morse to approve the request from Eversource Energy to install one (1) new FO pole on the 858/1 including a back guy & anchor in the Right of Way on High Street, subject to all applicable permits and conditions. The motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
C- Appointment to permanent Sergeant's position - Catherine Connelly
Appoint Catherine Connelly to the position of permanent Sergeant for the Rochester Police Department, effective immediately
To appoint Catherine Connelly to the position of permanent Sergeant for the Rochester Police Department, effective immediately.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Morse to appoint Catherine Connelly to the position of permanent Sergeant for the Rochester Police Department, effective immediately. The motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Appoint K. Douglas Sims as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to expire on April 30, 2031
To appoint K. Douglas Sims as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to expire on April 30, 2031.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Morse to appoint K. Douglas Sims as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to expire on April 30, 2031. The motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0..” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Approve and present a citation recognizing Ken Viera for his years of dedicated service to the Rochester Council on Aging and the residents of the Town of Rochester
To approve and present a citation recognizing Ken Viera for his years of dedicated service to the Rochester Council on Aging and the residents of the Town of Rochester.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Morse to approve and present a citation recognizing Ken Viera for his years of dedicated service to the Rochester Council on Aging and the residents of the Town of Rochester. The motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0..” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Place a debt exclusion ballot question before the voters of the Town of Rochester for the purpose of financing the construction of a new Old Colony Regional High School for the election on June...
To place a debt exclusion ballot question before the voters of the Town of Rochester for the purpose of financing the construction of a new Old Colony Regional High School for the election on June 20, 2026.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Morse to place a debt exclusion ballot question before the voters of the Town of Rochester for the purpose of financing the construction of a new Old Colony Regional High School for the election on June 20, 2026. The motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0..” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Select Board and the Park Commission as presented and authorize the } Town Administrator to execute the agreement on behalf of the Town
To approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Select Board and the Park Commission as presented and authorize the } Town Administrator to execute the agreement on behalf of the Town.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member' Morse to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Select Board and the Park Commission as presented and authorize the } Town Administrator to execute the agreement on behalf of the Town. The motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburro. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Approve the Host Community Agreement between the Town of Rochester and Rochester Cannabis and authorize the Town i Administrator to execute the agreement on behalf of the Town
To approve the Host Community Agreement between the Town of Rochester and Rochester Cannabis and authorize the Town i Administrator to execute the agreement on behalf of the Town. The agreement must also be amended to reflect the companies correct the dates.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Morse to approve the Host Community Agreement between the Town of Rochester and Rochester Cannabis and authorize the Town i Administrator to execute the agreement on behalf of the Town. The agreement must also be amended to reflect the companies correct the dates. The motion is seconded by Select Board a . . . . member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0.” (Motion: Morse)
ACTION ITEMS AND DISCUSSIONS
Appoint Town Planner Michaela Shoemaker as Rochester's representative to the Joint Transportation Planning Group
To appoint Town Planner Michaela Shoemaker as Rochester's representative to the Joint Transportation Planning Group.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Morse to appoint Town Planner Michaela Shoemaker as Rochester's representative to the Joint Transportation Planning Group. The motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0..” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
Allow Town Administrator Durant and Town Counsel to create a by-law for Special Town Meeting that will allow the use of the new voting system that was donated to the Town of Rochester
To allow Town Administrator Durant and Town Counsel to create a by-law for Special Town Meeting that will allow the use of the new voting system that was donated to the Town of Rochester.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Morse to allow Town Administrator Durant and Town Counsel to create a by-law for Special Town Meeting that will allow the use of the new voting system that was donated to the Town of Rochester. The motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 3-0..” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
Reorganization of the Board
That Paul Ciaburri be the Chair of the Select Board
To that Paul Ciaburri be the Chair of the Select Board.
The minutes give a count of 2-0, but 3 members are listed as present, so we show the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Murphy that Paul Ciaburri be the Chair of the Select Board. Motion is seconded by Select Board member Morse. Motion carries, 2-0..” (Motion: Murphy, second: Morse)
That Bradford Morse be the Vice Chair of the Select Board
To that Bradford Morse be the Vice Chair of the Select Board.
The minutes give a count of 2-0, but 3 members are listed as present, so we show the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Murphy that Bradford Morse be the Vice Chair of the Select Board. Motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 2-0..” (Motion: Murphy, second: Ciaburri)
That Adam Murphy be the Clerk of the Select Board
To that Adam Murphy be the Clerk of the Select Board.
The minutes give a count of 2-0, but 3 members are listed as present, so we show the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion is made by Select Board member Morse that Adam Murphy be the Clerk of the Select Board. Motion is seconded by Select Board member Ciaburri. Motion carries, 2-0..” (Motion: Morse, second: Ciaburri)
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