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August 4, 2026
11 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Susan J. Harrison, James M. Gilmore, Freya Schlegel, Andrew W. Goodrich, Nico Afanasenko
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Susan J. Harrison took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
Accept the agenda
To accept the agenda
From the minutes
“Dr. Afanasenko moved to accept the agenda, Mr. Goodrich seconded the motion; a vote was taken and was unanimously in favor. (5-0). Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – yes Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Afanasenko, second: Goodrich)
Revoke the On-Premise §12 Restaurant All Alcoholic Beverages License, ABCC LIC #08179-RS-1086 issued to CP's Woodfired Pizza located at 318 Driftway immediately in accordance with Scituate Select...
Move to revoke the On-Premise §12 Restaurant All Alcoholic Beverages License, ABCC LIC #08179-RS-1086 issued to CP's Woodfired Pizza located at 318 Driftway immediately in accordance with Scituate Select Board Policy under Section A (Closure), Paragraph #2.
From the minutes
“Move to revoke the On-Premise §12 Restaurant All Alcoholic Beverages License, ABCC LIC #08179-RS-1086 issued to CP's Woodfired Pizza located at 318 Driftway immediately in accordance with Scituate Select Board Policy under Section A (Closure), Paragraph #2. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0) Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – yes Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)
Approve the votes prepared by Bond Counsel to the Town, in the form presented to this meeting, which votes, among other things, make the formal award of the Notes to the purchaser, Truist...
Move to approve the votes prepared by Bond Counsel to the Town, in the form presented to this meeting, which votes, among other things, make the formal award of the Notes to the purchaser, Truist Securities, and approve the interest rate and maturity and other details of the Notes, as determined in the competitive sale held on July 30, 2026, and shall be incorporated in the minutes of this meeting.
From the minutes
“Move to approve the votes prepared by Bond Counsel to the Town, in the form presented to this meeting, which votes, among other things, make the formal award of the Notes to the purchaser, Truist Securities, and approve the interest rate and maturity and other details of the Notes, as determined in the competitive sale held on July 30, 2026, and shall be incorporated in the minutes of this meeting. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Goodrich Unanimous (5-0) Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – yes Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Goodrich)
Award a contract to Dennis K. Burke of 284 Eastern Ave, Chelsea, MA pursuant to the terms of state contracts ENE53 and ENE54 for the purchase of gasoline and ultra-low sulfur diesel for the period...
Move to award a contract to Dennis K. Burke of 284 Eastern Ave, Chelsea, MA pursuant to the terms of state contracts ENE53 and ENE54 for the purchase of gasoline and ultra-low sulfur diesel for the period of September 01, 2026 to July 31, 2027.
From the minutes
“Move to award a contract to Dennis K. Burke of 284 Eastern Ave, Chelsea, MA pursuant to the terms of state contracts ENE53 and ENE54 for the purchase of gasoline and ultra-low sulfur diesel for the period of September 01, 2026 to July 31, 2027. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0) Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – yes Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)
Increase the fine for beach parking violations from $50 to $150 effective 8/10/26
Move that the Select increase the fine for beach parking violations from $50 to $150 effective 8/10/26.
From the minutes
“Move that the Select increase the fine for beach parking violations from $50 to $150 effective 8/10/26. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Goodrich Unanimous (5-0) Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – yes Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Goodrich)
Approve a new Drain Layers License to A. Ferrara Construction Corp
Move to approve a new Drain Layers License to A. Ferrara Construction Corp.
From the minutes
“Move to approve a new Drain Layers License to A. Ferrara Construction Corp. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: afanasenko Unanimous (5-0) Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – yes Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)
Appoint the election workers from the approved lists submitted by the Democrat and Republican Town Committee Chairs
Move to appoint the election workers from the approved lists submitted by the Democrat and Republican Town Committee Chairs.
From the minutes
“Move to appoint the election workers from the approved lists submitted by the Democrat and Republican Town Committee Chairs. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0) Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – yes Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)
Declare the attached listing of items as surplus for auction to the public through Auctions International, Inc
Move to declare the attached listing of items as surplus for auction to the public through Auctions International, Inc.
From the minutes
“Move to declare the attached listing of items as surplus for auction to the public through Auctions International, Inc. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0) Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – yes Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Afanasenko)
Approve the Select Board 2027 meeting schedule
Move to approve the Select Board 2027 meeting schedule.
From the minutes
“Move to approve the Select Board 2027 meeting schedule. Moved: Mr. Goodrich Seconded: Dr. Afanasenko Unanimous (5-0) Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – yes Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Goodrich, second: Afanasenko)
Accept the Select Board minutes for July 21, 2026
Move to accept the Select Board minutes for July 21, 2026.
The minutes give the result as "Unanimous (5-0)", but the roll call reads: James M. Gilmore yes, Freya Schlegel yes, Andrew W. Goodrich yes, Nico Afanasenko abstained, Susan J. Harrison yes. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Move to accept the Select Board minutes for July 21, 2026. Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Goodrich Unanimous (5-0) Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – abstained Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Goodrich)
Adjournment and Signing of Documents; 7:16pm
Adjournment and Signing of Documents; 7:16pm
From the minutes
“Adjournment and Signing of Documents; 7:16pm Moved: Ms. Schlegel Seconded: Mr. Goodrich Unanimous (5-0) Roll call Vote: Mr. Gilmore – yes Ms. Schlegel – yes Mr. Goodrich – yes Dr. Afanasenko – yes Ms. Harrison - yes.” (Motion: Schlegel, second: Goodrich)
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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