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April 8, 2025
13 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Andrew W. Goodrich, Susan J. Harrison, James M. Gilmore, Karen Connolly, Karen Canfield
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Karen Canfield arrived late (6:34 p.m.).
- Andrew W. Goodrich arrived late (6:52 p.m.).
Every vote, in order
Accept the agenda
To accept the agenda
Andrew W. Goodrich had not yet arrived. Karen Canfield had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Ms. Connolly moved to accept the agenda, Mr. Gilmore. seconded the motion; a roll call vote was taken and was unanimously in favor. (3-0).” (Motion: Connolly, second: Gilmore)
Approve the application for a change of manager to Anthony Calabrese on behalf of Legacy Management and Investment Group LLC d/b/a Mill Wharf located at 23 Mill Wharf Plaza, for the On Premise §12...
Move that the Select Board approve the application for a change of manager to Anthony Calabrese on behalf of Legacy Management and Investment Group LLC d/b/a Mill Wharf located at 23 Mill Wharf Plaza, for the On Premise §12 Restaurant/All Alcoholic Beverages License.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board approve the application for a change of manager to Anthony Calabrese on behalf of Legacy Management and Investment Group LLC d/b/a Mill Wharf located at 23 Mill Wharf Plaza, for the On Premise §12 Restaurant/All Alcoholic Beverages License. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Canfield Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Canfield)
Approve the sidewalk extension of premise of 3 tables, 12 chairs for the Hibernian Tavern, 111 Front Street, and further to authorize the Town Administrator to sign a 3-year Sidewalk License Agreement
Move to approve the sidewalk extension of premise of 3 tables, 12 chairs for the Hibernian Tavern, 111 Front Street, and further to authorize the Town Administrator to sign a 3-year Sidewalk License Agreement.
From the minutes
“Move to approve the sidewalk extension of premise of 3 tables, 12 chairs for the Hibernian Tavern, 111 Front Street, and further to authorize the Town Administrator to sign a 3-year Sidewalk License Agreement. Moved: Ms. Connolly Seconded: Ms. Canfield Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Connolly, second: Canfield)
Approve the Get to Greenbush Special Event on May 3, 2025 from 10 AM – 10 PM at participating businesses
Move to approve the Get to Greenbush Special Event on May 3, 2025 from 10 AM – 10 PM at participating businesses. Move to approve the Get to Greenbush Concert on May 3, 2025 from 12 PM – 6 PM in the area behind Greenbush Package Store. Move to approve a one-day beer and wine for Greenbush Package Store and Untold Brewing for the Get to Greenbush Concert.
From the minutes
“Move to approve the Get to Greenbush Special Event on May 3, 2025 from 10 AM – 10 PM at participating businesses. Move to approve the Get to Greenbush Concert on May 3, 2025 from 12 PM – 6 PM in the area behind Greenbush Package Store. Move to approve a one-day beer and wine for Greenbush Package Store and Untold Brewing for the Get to Greenbush Concert. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Adopt a Parking by Permit Only and fine enforcement in the student parking lot at Scituate High School and update the Traffic schedule of the Town of Scituate
Move that the Select Board vote to adopt a Parking by Permit Only and fine enforcement in the student parking lot at Scituate High School and update the Traffic schedule of the Town of Scituate.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to adopt a Parking by Permit Only and fine enforcement in the student parking lot at Scituate High School and update the Traffic schedule of the Town of Scituate. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Approve the recommended Shoulder Season proposal for Spring 2025 in Cole Parkway Marian Only from April 15, 2025 – May 14, 2025 at a rate of $0.50/foot/day and Fall 2025 for Cole Parkway Marina...
Move to approve the recommended Shoulder Season proposal for Spring 2025 in Cole Parkway Marian Only from April 15, 2025 – May 14, 2025 at a rate of $0.50/foot/day and Fall 2025 for Cole Parkway Marina and Marine Park Marina from October 16, 2025 – November 15, 2025 at a rate of $1.00/foot/day. Electrical rates for both Spring and Fall are 30 amp at $10.00/day and 50 amp at $15.00/day and $1.00 moving forward.
From the minutes
“Move to approve the recommended Shoulder Season proposal for Spring 2025 in Cole Parkway Marian Only from April 15, 2025 – May 14, 2025 at a rate of $0.50/foot/day and Fall 2025 for Cole Parkway Marina and Marine Park Marina from October 16, 2025 – November 15, 2025 at a rate of $1.00/foot/day. Electrical rates for both Spring and Fall are 30 amp at $10.00/day and 50 amp at $15.00/day and $1.00 moving forward. Moved: Ms. Harrison Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Harrison, second: Gilmore)
Increase the Sewer Enterprise base rate 1% usage 4% effective 7/1/25
Move to increase the Sewer Enterprise base rate 1% usage 4% effective 7/1/25.
From the minutes
“Move to increase the Sewer Enterprise base rate 1% usage 4% effective 7/1/25. Moved: Ms. Harrison Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Harrison, second: Gilmore)
Award the contract for construction services associated with the replacement of 435 feet of concrete seawall located between Kenneth Avenue and 12 Oceanside Drive to ACK Marine & General...
Move that the Select Board award the contract for construction services associated with the replacement of 435 feet of concrete seawall located between Kenneth Avenue and 12 Oceanside Drive to ACK Marine & General Contracting of Quincy, MA for $6,252,000.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board award the contract for construction services associated with the replacement of 435 feet of concrete seawall located between Kenneth Avenue and 12 Oceanside Drive to ACK Marine & General Contracting of Quincy, MA for $6,252,000. Moved: Ms. Connolly Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Connolly, second: Harrison)
Award the Scituate Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Rehabilitation Phase 2 project to National Water Main Cleaning Co. in the amount of $1,540,895
Move that the Select Board award the Scituate Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Rehabilitation Phase 2 project to National Water Main Cleaning Co. in the amount of $1,540,895.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board award the Scituate Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Rehabilitation Phase 2 project to National Water Main Cleaning Co. in the amount of $1,540,895. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Canfield Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Canfield)
Appoint the following individuals for a term of one year or until a successor is named: Archivist – Jody McDonough Assistant Town Accountant – Mary Sancinito Citizen Rep to the Scholarship...
Move to appoint the following individuals for a term of one year or until a successor is named: Archivist – Jody McDonough Assistant Town Accountant – Mary Sancinito Citizen Rep to the Scholarship Committee – Judith Byrne-Ariel Custodian of Tax Title Property – Pamela Avitabile Fair Housing Officer – James Boudreau Fence Viewer – Paul Murphy Field Driver – Neil Duggan Licensing Agent – Lt. Paul Norton Local Auction Permit Agent – Pamela Avitabile Massport Community Advisory Committee – James Boudreau South Shore Recycling Cooperative – Sean McCarthy State Ethics Commission – James Boudreau Tree Warden – Michael Breen
From the minutes
“Move to appoint the following individuals for a term of one year or until a successor is named: Archivist – Jody McDonough Assistant Town Accountant – Mary Sancinito Citizen Rep to the Scholarship Committee – Judith Byrne-Ariel Custodian of Tax Title Property – Pamela Avitabile Fair Housing Officer – James Boudreau Fence Viewer – Paul Murphy Field Driver – Neil Duggan Licensing Agent – Lt. Paul Norton Local Auction Permit Agent – Pamela Avitabile Massport Community Advisory Committee – James Boudreau South Shore Recycling Cooperative – Sean McCarthy State Ethics Commission – James Boudreau Tree Warden – Michael Breen Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Renew the Hawker & Peddler License for XR Foods dba Crossroads Sandwiches for the 2025 season with approved locations: Peggotty, Egypt, and Minot beaches, the Lighthouse and Scituate Little League...
Move that the Select Board renew the Hawker & Peddler License for XR Foods dba Crossroads Sandwiches for the 2025 season with approved locations: Peggotty, Egypt, and Minot beaches, the Lighthouse and Scituate Little League fields.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board renew the Hawker & Peddler License for XR Foods dba Crossroads Sandwiches for the 2025 season with approved locations: Peggotty, Egypt, and Minot beaches, the Lighthouse and Scituate Little League fields. Moved: Ms. Connolly Seconded: Ms. Canfield Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Connolly, second: Canfield)
Accept the Select Board minutes for March 25, 2025
Move to accept the Select Board minutes for March 25, 2025. Further, move to accept, but NOT release the Select Board EXECUTIVE SESSION minutes for March 25, 2025, and further move to accept, but NOT release the Select Board EXECTUIVE SESSION minutes from January 7, 2025
From the minutes
“Move to accept the Select Board minutes for March 25, 2025. Further, move to accept, but NOT release the Select Board EXECUTIVE SESSION minutes for March 25, 2025, and further move to accept, but NOT release the Select Board EXECTUIVE SESSION minutes from January 7, 2025 Moved: Ms. Canfield Seconded: Ms. Connolly Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Canfield, second: Connolly)
Go into executive session pursuant to purpose 3 of the Open Meeting Law to discuss strategy with respect to litigation of Shellfish Aquaculture and that an open meeting may have a detrimental...
Move that the Select Board go into executive session pursuant to purpose 3 of the Open Meeting Law to discuss strategy with respect to litigation of Shellfish Aquaculture and that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board in connection with this matter. The Board will not reconvene in open session.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board go into executive session pursuant to purpose 3 of the Open Meeting Law to discuss strategy with respect to litigation of Shellfish Aquaculture and that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board in connection with this matter. The Board will not reconvene in open session. Moved: Mr. Goodrich Seconded: Ms. Canfield Unanimous (5-0) Mr. Goodrich – yes Ms. Harrison – yes Mr. Gilmore -yes Ms. Canfield -yes Ms. Connolly – yes.” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Canfield)
From the Scituate Select Board’s official minutes, posted in 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: stills from Scituate Community Television (“Meet the Candidate” videos for Freya Schlegel and Nico Afanasenko, 2025; Town of Scituate News Updates for Andrew Goodrich, Susan Harrison and Jim Gilmore, 2026). Former members show initials.
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