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May 13, 2025
17 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:
- Andrew W. Goodrich arrived late (6:50 p.m.).
Every vote, in order
Accept the agenda
To accept the agenda
Andrew W. Goodrich had not yet arrived.
From the minutes
“Ms. Canfield moved to accept the agenda, Mr. Connolly seconded the motion; a vote was taken and was unanimously in favor. (4 -0).” (Motion: Canfield, second: Connolly)
Authorize the Town Administrator, Treasurer Collector, and the Board of Health Director as authorized officials for filling paperwork with the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust relevant to the...
Move to authorize the Town Administrator, Treasurer Collector, and the Board of Health Director as authorized officials for filling paperwork with the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust relevant to the CWSRF-19172 Community Septic Management Plan as approved at the Special Town Meeting Article #7, Item A held on November 18th, 2024.
From the minutes
“Move to authorize the Town Administrator, Treasurer Collector, and the Board of Health Director as authorized officials for filling paperwork with the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust relevant to the CWSRF-19172 Community Septic Management Plan as approved at the Special Town Meeting Article #7, Item A held on November 18th, 2024. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Canfield Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Canfield)
Accept the donation of $164,944.25 dollars from the Friends of the Scituate Dog Park in order to construct the small dog park
Move that the Select Board accept the donation of $164,944.25 dollars from the Friends of the Scituate Dog Park in order to construct the small dog park. Funding Sources CPC: $18,055.75 Friends of the Scituate Dog Park: $164,944.25 Total: $183,000
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board accept the donation of $164,944.25 dollars from the Friends of the Scituate Dog Park in order to construct the small dog park. Funding Sources CPC: $18,055.75 Friends of the Scituate Dog Park: $164,944.25 Total: $183,000 Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Canfield Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Canfield)
Award the contract to provide construction services for the Small Scituate Dog Park to Dans Company of Quincy, MA for $183,000.00
Move that the Select Board award the contract to provide construction services for the Small Scituate Dog Park to Dans Company of Quincy, MA for $183,000.00.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board award the contract to provide construction services for the Small Scituate Dog Park to Dans Company of Quincy, MA for $183,000.00. Moved: Ms. Canfield Seconded: Ms. Connolly Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Canfield, second: Connolly)
Continue the public hearing for Pole Petition #30772218 located 289 Gannett Road until July 22, 2025 at 7:00pm
Move to continue the public hearing for Pole Petition #30772218 located 289 Gannett Road until July 22, 2025 at 7:00pm.
From the minutes
“Move to continue the public hearing for Pole Petition #30772218 located 289 Gannett Road until July 22, 2025 at 7:00pm. Moved: Ms. Harrison Seconded: Ms. Canfield Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Harrison, second: Canfield)
Award the contract to provide water meters with absolute encoders and integrated radio to Ti-Sales Incorporated of Sudbury, MA for the unit prices provided
Move that the Select Board award the contract to provide water meters with absolute encoders and integrated radio to Ti-Sales Incorporated of Sudbury, MA for the unit prices provided.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board award the contract to provide water meters with absolute encoders and integrated radio to Ti-Sales Incorporated of Sudbury, MA for the unit prices provided. Moved: Ms. Connolly Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Connolly, second: Gilmore)
Award the contract for Phase 6A of the water main rehabilitation project to Celco Construction Corporation of Pembroke, MA for $2,079,988.23
Move that the Select Board award the contract for Phase 6A of the water main rehabilitation project to Celco Construction Corporation of Pembroke, MA for $2,079,988.23.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board award the contract for Phase 6A of the water main rehabilitation project to Celco Construction Corporation of Pembroke, MA for $2,079,988.23. Moved: Ms. Connolly Seconded: Ms. Canfield Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Connolly, second: Canfield)
Approve the Special Event, Opening of the Harbor, on Friday, June 6, 2025 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM, pending all departmental feedback and approvals
Move to approve the Special Event, Opening of the Harbor, on Friday, June 6, 2025 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM, pending all departmental feedback and approvals.
From the minutes
“Move to approve the Special Event, Opening of the Harbor, on Friday, June 6, 2025 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM, pending all departmental feedback and approvals. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Enter into a development agreement with Grantham Group LLC for the use of a portion of old Gates Intermediate School site for affordable housing
Move to enter into a development agreement with Grantham Group LLC for the use of a portion of old Gates Intermediate School site for affordable housing. As amended pending approval by the Grantham Group.
From the minutes
“Move to enter into a development agreement with Grantham Group LLC for the use of a portion of old Gates Intermediate School site for affordable housing. As amended pending approval by the Grantham Group. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Direct Scituate Historical Society to increase the rental rates on the Mann House and Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage by 10% as of January 1, 2026 and then by 10% for the next two calendar years...
Move to direct Scituate Historical Society to increase the rental rates on the Mann House and Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage by 10% as of January 1, 2026 and then by 10% for the next two calendar years effective on January 1st. and recommends the Bates House follow the same formula as other properties listed.
From the minutes
“Move to direct Scituate Historical Society to increase the rental rates on the Mann House and Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage by 10% as of January 1, 2026 and then by 10% for the next two calendar years effective on January 1st. and recommends the Bates House follow the same formula as other properties listed. Moved: Mr. Goodrich Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Harrison)
Adopt the FY27 classification plan for non-union employees which reflects a 3.0% cost of living adjustment which is consistent with the FY27 cost of living adjustment negotiated with the AMP...
Move to adopt the FY27 classification plan for non-union employees which reflects a 3.0% cost of living adjustment which is consistent with the FY27 cost of living adjustment negotiated with the AMP bargaining unit. The hourly employees reflect the 3% cost of living adjustment and the 1.5% schedule increase negotiated with the TOSCA bargaining unit. The FY27 schedule would be effective from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
From the minutes
“Move to adopt the FY27 classification plan for non-union employees which reflects a 3.0% cost of living adjustment which is consistent with the FY27 cost of living adjustment negotiated with the AMP bargaining unit. The hourly employees reflect the 3% cost of living adjustment and the 1.5% schedule increase negotiated with the TOSCA bargaining unit. The FY27 schedule would be effective from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Moved: Ms. Connolly Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Connolly, second: Gilmore)
Allocate the $2,199.00 received in Transportation Network Company funds to roadway improvements upon receipt
Move to allocate the $2,199.00 received in Transportation Network Company funds to roadway improvements upon receipt.
From the minutes
“Move to allocate the $2,199.00 received in Transportation Network Company funds to roadway improvements upon receipt. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Re-appoint James M. Duff to the Affordable Housing Trust for a term of two years or until a successor is named
Move to re-appoint James M. Duff to the Affordable Housing Trust for a term of two years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Carol Sullivan-Hanley to the Animal Control Board for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Jeanmarie Voelger to the Beautification Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint William Heggerick to the Coastal Advisory Commission for a term of one year or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Daniel Fogarty, Megan Sommer & Athena C. Brodsky to the Commission on Disabilities for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Margaret Stillman to the Community Preservation Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Penny Scott-Pipes to the Conservation Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Susan D. Kelly & Susan M. Pope to the Council on Aging for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Susan Daileader to the Economic Development Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Michele Seghezzi & Patrice Maye to the Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee for a term of two years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Alexander Paine, Elise Beaulieu & James Dishong to the Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee for a term of two years or until a successor is named
From the minutes
“Move to re-appoint James M. Duff to the Affordable Housing Trust for a term of two years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Carol Sullivan-Hanley to the Animal Control Board for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Jeanmarie Voelger to the Beautification Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint William Heggerick to the Coastal Advisory Commission for a term of one year or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Daniel Fogarty, Megan Sommer & Athena C. Brodsky to the Commission on Disabilities for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Margaret Stillman to the Community Preservation Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Penny Scott-Pipes to the Conservation Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Susan D. Kelly & Susan M. Pope to the Council on Aging for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Susan Daileader to the Economic Development Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Michele Seghezzi & Patrice Maye to the Scituate Harbor Cultural District Committee for a term of two years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Alexander Paine, Elise Beaulieu & James Dishong to the Mordecai Lincoln Property Committee for a term of two years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Adria Gallagher & John Lalone to the North River Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Daniel Fogarty to the Scituate Cultural Council for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint James L. Canavan, Raymond F. Voelker & Carol Sullivan-Hanley to the Sister City Ireland- Cork County for a term of two years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint William Schmid, Dorothy Cook, Sean McCarthy & Lt. David Hermance to the Traffic Rules & Regulations Committee for a term of one year or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Joseph Kelly & Edward P. Kelley Jr. to the Veterans Service Advisory Council for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Brian Kelly, Richard W. Murray, Brian Cronin & David Dinneen to the Waterways Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Joanne Wycoff & Bruce Arbonies to the Water Resources Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Renew the Hawker & Peddler License for Nona's Homemade for the 2025 season pending all required approvals
Move to renew the Hawker & Peddler License for Nona's Homemade for the 2025 season pending all required approvals.
From the minutes
“Move to renew the Hawker & Peddler License for Nona's Homemade for the 2025 season pending all required approvals. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Canfield Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Canfield)
Accept the Select Board minutes for April 29, 2025
Move to accept the Select Board minutes for April 29, 2025. Further, move to accept, but NOT release the Select Board EXECUTIVE SESSION minutes for April 29, 2025.
From the minutes
“Move to accept the Select Board minutes for April 29, 2025. Further, move to accept, but NOT release the Select Board EXECUTIVE SESSION minutes for April 29, 2025. Moved: Ms. Harrison Seconded: Ms. Connolly Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Harrison, 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. Harrison Unanimous (5-0) Mr. Goodrich - yes Ms. Harrison – yes Mr. Gilmore -yes Ms. Canfield – yes Ms. Connolly -yes.” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Harrison)
Go into executive session pursuant to purpose 2 of the Open Meeting Law to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel
Move that the Select Board go into executive session pursuant to purpose 2 of the Open Meeting Law to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. The Board will not reconvene in open session.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board go into executive session pursuant to purpose 2 of the Open Meeting Law to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. The Board will not reconvene in open session. Moved: Mr. Goodrich Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (5-0) Mr. Goodrich - yes Ms. Harrison – yes Mr. Gilmore -yes Ms. Canfield – yes Ms. Connolly -yes.” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Harrison)
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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