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May 27, 2025
16 recorded votes, 15 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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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 left the meeting early (after the farewell remarks, before the Town Administrator's report).
Every vote, in order
Accept the agenda
To accept the agenda
From the minutes
“Ms. Gilmore moved to accept the agenda, Ms. Connolly seconded the motion; a vote was taken and was unanimously in favor. (5-0). Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Connolly Unanimous (5-0) Mr. Goodrich - yes Ms. Harrison – yes Mr. Gilmore -yes Ms. Canfield – yes Ms. Connolly -yes.” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Connolly)
Award a contract to Comm-Tract Corp for the production and installation of fiber optic cabling at municipal facilities in an amount not to exceed $257,842.26
Move to award a contract to Comm-Tract Corp for the production and installation of fiber optic cabling at municipal facilities in an amount not to exceed $257,842.26.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to award a contract to Comm-Tract Corp for the production and installation of fiber optic cabling at municipal facilities in an amount not to exceed $257,842.26. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Accept the $400 donation from the Cedar Point Association for the replacement of the flagpole at Hart Park pursuant to the Community Preservation project approved at the April 14, 2025 annual town...
Move to accept the $400 donation from the Cedar Point Association for the replacement of the flagpole at Hart Park pursuant to the Community Preservation project approved at the April 14, 2025 annual town meeting. With many thanks
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to accept the $400 donation from the Cedar Point Association for the replacement of the flagpole at Hart Park pursuant to the Community Preservation project approved at the April 14, 2025 annual town meeting. With many thanks Moved: Ms. Harrison Seconded: Ms. Connolly Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Harrison, second: Connolly)
Award of contract to Borden & Remington Corp. of Fall River to provide sodium carbonate (bulk soda ash) in the unit cost of $0.2662 per pound for an aggregate amount not to exceed $150,000 for...
Move to award of contract to Borden & Remington Corp. of Fall River to provide sodium carbonate (bulk soda ash) in the unit cost of $0.2662 per pound for an aggregate amount not to exceed $150,000 for fiscal year 2026.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to award of contract to Borden & Remington Corp. of Fall River to provide sodium carbonate (bulk soda ash) in the unit cost of $0.2662 per pound for an aggregate amount not to exceed $150,000 for fiscal year 2026. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Award of contract to Borden & Remington Corp. of Fall River to provide potassium hydroxide at the unit price of $4.7568/gallon for bulk deliveries less than 3,000 gallons and $4.4304/gallon for...
Move to award of contract to Borden & Remington Corp. of Fall River to provide potassium hydroxide at the unit price of $4.7568/gallon for bulk deliveries less than 3,000 gallons and $4.4304/gallon for bulk deliveries of more than 3,000 gallons for an aggregate amount not to exceed $350,000 for fiscal year 2026.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to award of contract to Borden & Remington Corp. of Fall River to provide potassium hydroxide at the unit price of $4.7568/gallon for bulk deliveries less than 3,000 gallons and $4.4304/gallon for bulk deliveries of more than 3,000 gallons for an aggregate amount not to exceed $350,000 for fiscal year 2026. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Connolly Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Connolly)
Renew the three Aquaculture licenses approved by the Board to plant, grow, and take shellfish from the North Scituate waters of the Massachusetts Bay (DMF designation MB10.0), as indicated on a...
Move that the Select Board renew the three Aquaculture licenses approved by the Board to plant, grow, and take shellfish from the North Scituate waters of the Massachusetts Bay (DMF designation MB10.0), as indicated on a plan on file with the Town Administrator, Shellfish Constable, and Select Board. This license is issued in accordance with compliance of relevant sections of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 130; Code of Massachusetts Regulations Title 322.15.0 and Title 322.16.0; and the Town of Scituate Shellfish Aquaculture License Regulations "License Program". Failure to comply with the federal, state and local laws and regulations shall result in license revocation. License area and coordinates are outlined on each of the following licenses: License 25-01 Issued to Jamie Davenport of 16 Booth Hill Road, Scituate MA 02066 and Gregory Wallingford of 144 Lamberts Lane, Cohasset MA 02025 License 25-02 Issued to Michael Cotter of 42 Scituate Road, Scituate MA 02066 License 25-03 Issued to Lawrence Trowbridge of 392 Tilden Road, Scituate MA 02066
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board renew the three Aquaculture licenses approved by the Board to plant, grow, and take shellfish from the North Scituate waters of the Massachusetts Bay (DMF designation MB10.0), as indicated on a plan on file with the Town Administrator, Shellfish Constable, and Select Board. This license is issued in accordance with compliance of relevant sections of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 130; Code of Massachusetts Regulations Title 322.15.0 and Title 322.16.0; and the Town of Scituate Shellfish Aquaculture License Regulations "License Program". Failure to comply with the federal, state and local laws and regulations shall result in license revocation. License area and coordinates are outlined on each of the following licenses: License 25-01 Issued to Jamie Davenport of 16 Booth Hill Road, Scituate MA 02066 and Gregory Wallingford of 144 Lamberts Lane, Cohasset MA 02025 License 25-02 Issued to Michael Cotter of 42 Scituate Road, Scituate MA 02066 License 25-03 Issued to Lawrence Trowbridge of 392 Tilden Road, Scituate MA 02066 Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Approve the proposed amendments to the Town of Scituate Shellfish Aquaculture License Regulations recommended by the Shellfish Advisory Committee for Section 4.2 Fees, C and D. c) Once a License...
Move to approve the proposed amendments to the Town of Scituate Shellfish Aquaculture License Regulations recommended by the Shellfish Advisory Committee for Section 4.2 Fees, C and D. c) Once a License has been granted, an Annual Reporting Fee shall be due in the amount of Two Hundred dollars ($200) per License. d) Once a License has been granted, an Annual Inspection Fee shall be due at the time of inspection in the amount of One Hundred dollars ($100) per license.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to approve the proposed amendments to the Town of Scituate Shellfish Aquaculture License Regulations recommended by the Shellfish Advisory Committee for Section 4.2 Fees, C and D. c) Once a License has been granted, an Annual Reporting Fee shall be due in the amount of Two Hundred dollars ($200) per License. d) Once a License has been granted, an Annual Inspection Fee shall be due at the time of inspection in the amount of One Hundred dollars ($100) per license. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Approve the Special Event Permit to the Scituate Knights of Columbus with the expanded footprint on Cole Parkway for the annual carnival to be held July 8th through the 12th pending all required...
Move to approve the Special Event Permit to the Scituate Knights of Columbus with the expanded footprint on Cole Parkway for the annual carnival to be held July 8th through the 12th pending all required inspections. Setup will begin at midnight on July 7th.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to approve the Special Event Permit to the Scituate Knights of Columbus with the expanded footprint on Cole Parkway for the annual carnival to be held July 8th through the 12th pending all required inspections. Setup will begin at midnight on July 7th. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Connolly Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Connolly)
Update the Traffic Schedule of the Town of Scituate Schedule 1 Parking Section 4 Fee Parking to include, No Parking without a Town of Scituate issued beach sticker for the following town beach...
Move that the Select Board vote to update the Traffic Schedule of the Town of Scituate Schedule 1 Parking Section 4 Fee Parking to include, No Parking without a Town of Scituate issued beach sticker for the following town beach lots: Humarock, Minot, Egypt, Sand Hills, Peggotty from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to update the Traffic Schedule of the Town of Scituate Schedule 1 Parking Section 4 Fee Parking to include, No Parking without a Town of Scituate issued beach sticker for the following town beach lots: Humarock, Minot, Egypt, Sand Hills, Peggotty from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Adopt a No Parking Zone with a 15-minute loading/unloading exemption for the first 100 feet from Gannet Road on the easterly side of Mordecai Lincoln Road and update the Traffic Schedule of the...
Move that the Select Board vote to adopt a No Parking Zone with a 15-minute loading/unloading exemption for the first 100 feet from Gannet Road on the easterly side of Mordecai Lincoln Road and update the Traffic Schedule of the Town of Scituate.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select Board vote to adopt a No Parking Zone with a 15-minute loading/unloading exemption for the first 100 feet from Gannet Road on the easterly side of Mordecai Lincoln Road and update the Traffic Schedule of the Town of Scituate. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Approve the Town of Scituate Public Property Naming Policy and further move that the Select Board at its discretion be able to make a determination for a maintenance fund per a project under the...
Move to approve the Town of Scituate Public Property Naming Policy and further move that the Select Board at its discretion be able to make a determination for a maintenance fund per a project under the consideration of the policy as written and now amended on October 29, 2024.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to approve the Town of Scituate Public Property Naming Policy and further move that the Select Board at its discretion be able to make a determination for a maintenance fund per a project under the consideration of the policy as written and now amended on October 29, 2024. Moved: Mr. Goodrich Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Gilmore)
Re-appoint Thomas Secaur, Angela Ribeiro-Dray, Rev
Move to re-appoint Thomas Secaur, Angela Ribeiro-Dray, Rev. Natasha Stewart and Elena Gulotta to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee for a term of two years or until a successor is named. Move to appoint Shannon Burke and Israel Sobol-Adler to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee for a term of two years or until a successor is named. The Board discussed the three candidates for the DEI. Mr. Gilmore said he feels Ms. Bongarzone's experience and expertise would could be of greater consequence in other committees suggested appointing Israel and Shannon. Ms. Connolly said Ms. Bongarzone is a linchpin with historical, etc., and there is not someone of her age on this committee which may be valuable to have her perspective, but she did agree there could be a better fit for her skills. Move to re-appoint Stephanie Holland to the Public Building Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Jeffery A. Palmer to the Shellfish Advisory Committee for a term of three years or until a successor is named.
The minutes say "Unanimous (5-0)", but 4 members were present for this vote (Andrew W. Goodrich, Susan J. Harrison, James M. Gilmore and Karen Connolly). Showing the count only. Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to re-appoint Thomas Secaur, Angela Ribeiro-Dray, Rev. Natasha Stewart and Elena Gulotta to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee for a term of two years or until a successor is named. Move to appoint Shannon Burke and Israel Sobol-Adler to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee for a term of two years or until a successor is named. The Board discussed the three candidates for the DEI. Mr. Gilmore said he feels Ms. Bongarzone's experience and expertise would could be of greater consequence in other committees suggested appointing Israel and Shannon. Ms. Connolly said Ms. Bongarzone is a linchpin with historical, etc., and there is not someone of her age on this committee which may be valuable to have her perspective, but she did agree there could be a better fit for her skills. Move to re-appoint Stephanie Holland to the Public Building Commission for a term of three years or until a successor is named. Move to re-appoint Jeffery A. Palmer to the Shellfish Advisory Committee 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 Zack's Ice Cream for the 2025 season pending all required approvals
Move to renew the Hawker & Peddler License for Zack's Ice Cream for the 2025 season pending all required approvals.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to renew the Hawker & Peddler License for Zack's Ice Cream for the 2025 season pending all required approvals. Moved: Mr. Gilmore Seconded: Ms. Harrison Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Gilmore, second: Harrison)
Award an employment contract to James Boudreau, Town Administrator for the term of FY26 through FY28 and to award an employment contract to Nancy Holt, Finance Director/Town Accountant for the...
Move award an employment contract to James Boudreau, Town Administrator for the term of FY26 through FY28 and to award an employment contract to Nancy Holt, Finance Director/Town Accountant for the term of FY26 through FY28.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move award an employment contract to James Boudreau, Town Administrator for the term of FY26 through FY28 and to award an employment contract to Nancy Holt, Finance Director/Town Accountant for the term of FY26 through FY28. Moved: Ms. Harrison Seconded: Ms. Connolly Unanimous (4-0).” (Motion: Harrison, second: Connolly)
Accept the Select Board minutes for May 13, 2025
Move to accept the Select Board minutes for May 13, 2025. Move to accept the Select Board Executive Session minutes for May 13, 2025 regarding Contract negotiations for Town Administrator and Finance Director/Town Account. Further, move to accept and NOT release the Select Board EXECUTIVE SESSION regarding Shellfish/Aquaculture from May 13, 2025.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to accept the Select Board minutes for May 13, 2025. Move to accept the Select Board Executive Session minutes for May 13, 2025 regarding Contract negotiations for Town Administrator and Finance Director/Town Account. Further, move to accept and NOT release the Select Board EXECUTIVE SESSION regarding Shellfish/Aquaculture from May 13, 2025. Moved: Ms. Harrison Seconded: Ms. Connolly Unanimous (4-0).” (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.
Karen Canfield had left the meeting.
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 (4-0) Mr. Goodrich – yes Ms. Harrison - yes Mr. Gilmore – 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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