July 7, 2026

“Move in-person "Early Voting" location and hours for the State Primary September 1, 2026. "Early Voting" will take place at Town Hall, 600 Chief Justice Cushing Highway beginning on Saturday, August 22, 2026- 8AM-2PM, and during regular business hours - Mon., Wed., and Thursday (August 24th, 26th and 27th) – 8:30 AM-4:45 PM, Tuesday, August 25th, 8:30AM-7:30 PM and Friday, August 28th- 8:30 AM-11:45AM. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)

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“Move to approve National Grid Pole Petition #31238498, to install one (1) JO pole on 85 Surfside Road in Scituate, MA, beginning at a point approximately 130 feet northeast of the centerline of the intersection of Surfside Road and Seagate Circle, as Pole 23-1, with the condition that the pole be placed on the 85 Surfside Road side of the property line and not obstruct parking access to 83 Surfside Road. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Gilmore)

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“Move to approve a new Hawker & Peddler License for The Daily Tide, LLC, owner Tanya Zucker, for the following locations: Peggotty beach, Egypt beach, Minot beach, Central Field, Cudworth Field, Purple Dinosaur Field, Greenbush Field, Roach Field, Recreation Field, Recreation Tennis Courts, Veteran's Memorial Gym, and the Lighthouse. Widow's Walk location is pending approval from the Drift-In. Hours of operation: Sunday-Saturday, 6:30am – 3:00pm; year-round. Pending BOH and Fire approval. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Gilmore)

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“Move to approve a new Hawker & Peddler License for Streetpops, April Lawton, Manager for the following locations: Peggotty beach, Egypt beach, Minot beach, Central Field, Cudworth Field, Purple Dinosaur Field, Greenbush Field, Roach Field, Recreation Field, Recreation Tennis Courts, Veteran's Memorial Gym, and the Lighthouse. Hours of operation: Sunday-Saturday, 10:00am – 8:00pm; seasonally. Pending BOH approval. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Goodrich Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Goodrich)

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“Move to approve a new Hawker & Peddler License for Corrie Hulten, owner of Sport Per Tutti for the following locations: Egypt beach, the Lighthouse and the corner of Lawson Road and Captain Pierce. Hours of operation: Sunday - Saturday 10:00am – 8:00pm; seasonally. Pending BOH approval. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Gilmore)

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“Move to approve the Scituate Striper Classic Special Event Permit for July 18, 2026. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)

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“Move to approve the contract between the Town of Scituate and Dandel Construction for the Outdoor Court Renovations for the total sum of: $991,635.00. Moved: Mr. Schlegel Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)

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“Move to increase the FY26 expenditure limit of the MGL c. 44 §53E1/2 revolving funds as previously set by the April 2025 annual town meeting, Article 11 which were further amended by Article 17 of the November 2025 STM, by the following amounts: a. Beach Sticker Revolving, increase by $120,000, parking lot b. GATRA Transport, increase by $75,000 c. Recreation Revolving Fund, increase by $200,000, rates and utilities d. Scituate Harbor Community Rental, increase by $5,000, utilities and maintenance e. Senior Center Food Service, increase by $10,000 f. Solar Array Revolving Fund, increase by $40,000 Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Gilmore)

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“Move to transfer from the available FY 2026 General Fund, Widows Walk Enterprise, Transfer Station Enterprise, Sewer Enterprise, Water Enterprise and Waterways Enterprise budget lines as indicated on the provided spreadsheet to other General Fund, Widows Walk Enterprise, Transfer Station Enterprise, Sewer Enterprise, Water Enterprise and Waterways Enterprise budget lines respectively pursuant to MGL Chapter 44B §33B to resolve multiple end of year issues with unexpected costs for various departments. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)

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“Move to allocate the $2,844.60 received in Transportation Network Company funds to roadway improvements. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Gilmore)

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“Move that the Select Board open the Warrant for the Fall Special Town Meeting (STM) to be held on Monday, October 19, 2026. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)

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“Ms. Schlegel read the full resolution into the record: Whereas, Town of Scituate, after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of: North Scituate Sewer Expansion, known as CWSRF-19313 is both in the public interest and necessary to protect the public health, and that to undertake this activity, it is necessary to apply for assistance; and Whereas, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (the Trust) of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, pursuant to Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C of the General Laws of the Commonwealth (Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C) are authorized to provide financial assistance to municipalities for the purpose of funding planning and construction activities relative to Water Pollution Abatement Projects and Drinking Water Projects; and Whereas, the Applicant has examined the provisions of the Act, Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C, and believes it to be in the public interest to file a loan application. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Select Board as follows: 1. That the Town Administrator is hereby authorized on behalf of the Applicant to file applications and execute agreements for grant and/or loan assistance as well as furnishing such information, data and documents pertaining to the applicant for a grant(s) and/or loan(s) as may be required; and otherwise to act as the authorized representative of the Applicant in connection with this application; 2. That the purpose of said loan(s), if awarded, shall be to fund construction activities. 3. That if said award is made the Applicant agrees to pay those costs which constitute the required Applicant's share of the project cost. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)

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“Move to Mary Finnegan appoint as the Tenant Board member to the Scituate Housing Authority effective July 8, 2026 for a term of five years or until a successor is named and completion of the conflict-of-interest law online training program is completed within 30 days. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Gilmore Unanimous (5-0).” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Gilmore)

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