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February 15, 2023
15 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Justin Sullivan, Christopher Zorra, Adam Petronio, David Andrade, Michael P. Healy
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment for Corey Gagne to the position of Truck Driver/Laborer
To appoint Corey Gagne to the position of Truck Driver/Laborer with the Department of Public Works subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background and CORI check, physical examination, drug screening, obtainment of a Class B CDL within one year from date of hire, and completion of all pre-employment paperwork
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to appoint Corey Gagne to the position of Truck Driver/Laborer with the Department of Public Works subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background and CORI check, physical examination, drug screening, obtainment of a Class B CDL within one year from date of hire, and completion of all pre-employment paperwork; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Healy)
B Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment for Nathan Kowalski to the position of Truck Driver/Laborer
To appoint Nathan Kowalski to the position of Truck Driver/Laborer with the Department of Public Works subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background and CORI check, physical examination, drug screening, obtainment of a Class B CDL within one year from date of hire, and completion of all pre-employment paperwork
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to appoint Nathan Kowalski to the position of Truck Driver/Laborer with the Department of Public Works subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background and CORI check, physical examination, drug screening, obtainment of a Class B CDL within one year from date of hire, and completion of all pre-employment paperwork; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Healy)
C Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment for Ryan Burke to the position of Full-Time Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher
To appoint Ryan Burke to the position of full-time public safety Dispatcher for the Communications department subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a psychological evaluation and successful completion of all required certifications to be a 911 telecommunicator for the Town
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to appoint Ryan Burke to the position of full-time public safety Dispatcher for the Communications department subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a psychological evaluation and successful completion of all required certifications to be a 911 telecommunicator for the Town; M. Healy seconded, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Healy)
D Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment for Mitchell Dudley for the position of Patrolman 3rd Class
To appoint Mitchell Dudley to the position of full-time Police Officer for the Police department subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of the following: 1) Completion of a satisfactory background check; 2) Physical Examination, with drug screening; 3) Psychological Screening; 4) Execution of the Recruit Officer repayment agreement; 5) MPTC Physical Fitness test; 6) Obtain and maintain a Massachusetts License to Carry; 7) Fulfillment of all statutory requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission to become a Certified Law Enforcement Officer; 8) Successful verification of the National Decertification Index; 9) Successful passage of the civil service physical ability test; 10) Completion and passage of an MPTC or approved ROC Police Academy
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to appoint Mitchell Dudley to the position of full-time Police Officer for the Police department subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of the following: 1) Completion of a satisfactory background check; 2) Physical Examination, with drug screening; 3) Psychological Screening; 4) Execution of the Recruit Officer repayment agreement; 5) MPTC Physical Fitness test; 6) Obtain and maintain a Massachusetts License to Carry; 7) Fulfillment of all statutory requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission to become a Certified Law Enforcement Officer; 8) Successful verification of the National Decertification Index; 9) Successful passage of the civil service physical ability test; 10) Completion and passage of an MPTC or approved ROC Police Academy; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Healy)
E License Hearing: Consider the request for a "One Day Special Event Permit" for Gary Menissian, Ocean State Multisport, to conduct three road races to be held on May 7, 2023,
To open the licensing hearing at 6:16 p.m.
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to open the licensing hearing at 6:16 p.m. it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favor Michael Healy-Aye; Adam Petronio-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; David Andrade-Aye; Justin Sullivan-Aye Gary Menissian from Ocean State Multisport was present to discuss the 3 road races to be held on May 7, 2023, August 6, 2023, and December 10, 2023. J. Sullivan asked of anyone was present to speak in favor or opposed the application. A resident in the audi.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Zorra)
To close the licensing hearing at 6:20 p.m.
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to close the licensing hearing at 6:20 p.m.; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor D. Andrad.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Zorra)
To approve a "One Day Special Event Permit" for Gary Menissian, Ocean State Multisport, to conduct three road races to be held on May 7, 2023, August 6, 2023 and December 10, 2023
From the minutes
“D. Andrade made a motion to approve a "One Day Special Event Permit" for Gary Menissian, Ocean State Multisport, to conduct three road races to be held on May 7, 2023, August 6, 2023 and December 10, 2023; it was seconded by A. Petronio, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor F. Town Clerk lottery drawing for ballot positions for the upcoming election Florice Craig, Town Clerk, said the Annual Town Election will be held April 3, 2023. There are two contested races. There are 4 candidates for two Board of Selectmen seats and 2 candidates for one School Committee seat. The Assistant Town Clerk, Lorraine Sorel, chose the names to det.” (Motion: Andrade, second: Petronio)
Is the Town in favor of changing its form of government from an appointed Town Administrator/ Board of Selectmen/Open Town Meeting to an appointed Town Administrator/elected Board of
To include 4 separate yes/no questions as drafted by Town Counsel on the ballot
From the minutes
“D. Andrade made a motion to include 4 separate yes/no questions as drafted by Town Counsel on the ballot; A. Petronio seconded, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor G. Joint Meeting with Planning Board: Stormwater Advisory Committee presentation with Southern New England Program Network Technical Assistance team Planning Board members opened the Planning Board joint meeting at 6:38 p.m. Roll call vote: David Roderick-Aye; Bruce Hoch-Aye; David Sullivan-Aye; Phoebe Lee Dunn-Aye; Sandra Escaler-Aye; and Sandra Foulkes-Aye.” (Motion: Andrade, second: Petronio)
I Consider the proposal to award additional 2% Cost of Living Adjustment for Bristol County Retirement retirees for FY 23
To approve the additional 2% cost of living adjustment for Bristol County Retirees (5% total on the first $20,000 of their allowance) for FY 23
Yes: Andrade, Petronio, Sullivan, ZorraAbstained: Healy
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to approve the additional 2% cost of living adjustment for Bristol County Retirees (5% total on the first $20,000 of their allowance) for FY 23; it was seconded by D. Andrade, and it was voted: Vote: 4 approved with 1 abstention (M. Healy abstained.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Andrade)
J Consider the request to utilize American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for additional funding for the Senior Center 540 Arcade Avenue Phase II Building Project
To utilize $325,000 of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for additional funding for the Senior Center 540 Arcade Avenue Phase II Building Project
Yes: Andrade, Healy, Petronio, SullivanAbstained: Zorra
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to utilize $325,000 of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for additional funding for the Senior Center 540 Arcade Avenue Phase II Building Project; it was seconded by D. Andrade, and it was voted: Vote: 4 approved with 1 abstention (C. Zorra abstained.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Andrade)
K Accept the resignation of Sharon Bettencourt from the position of Clerk at the Department of Human Services
To accept the resignation of Sharon Bettencourt
From the minutes
“D. Andrade made a motion to accept the resignation of Sharon Bettencourt; A. Petronio seconded, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Andrade, second: Petronio)
L Accept the resignation of Jaqueline Gress from the position of Outreach Caseworker at the Department of Human Services
To accept the resignation of Jacqueline Gress
From the minutes
“D. Andrade made a motion to accept the resignation of Jacqueline Gress; A. Petronio seconded, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Andrade, second: Petronio)
M Consider the approval of minutes from January 18, 2023; January 25, 2023; and February 1, 2023
To approve the Open Session meeting minutes of January 18, 2023 and February 1, 2023
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to approve the Open Session meeting minutes of January 18, 2023 and February 1, 2023; it was seconded by D. Andrade, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all approved A. Petroni.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Andrade)
To approve the Open Session meeting minutes of January 25, 2023
Yes: Healy, Petronio, Sullivan, ZorraAbstained: Andrade
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to approve the Open Session meeting minutes of January 25, 2023; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was voted. Vote: 4 approved with 1 abstention (D. Andrade abstained) COMMUNITY SPEAKS: N/A OTHER BUSINESS - N/A TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: A. South End Fire Station Building Committee – N/A B. Department of Public Works Building Committee – Mr. Cadime advised the Board the Bid for design services went out today and the deadline is March 8, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. BOARD OF SELECTMEN LIAISON REPORTS AND COMMENTS.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Healy)
D 540 Arcade Avenue Building Committee Report – (S. Cadime) discussed during Agenda Item J
To enter into executive session to A) discuss the deployment of or strategy regarding security personnel or devices pursuant to MGL c 30A, § 21(a) (4); B) discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (1) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; and C) to act under authority of the Open Meeting Law, General Laws Chapter 30A, §22(f) and §22(g), and Page 8 of 8 Board of Selectmen February 15, 2023 review and approve the executive session minutes of February 1, 2023 pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 21(a)(7); at 7:48 p.m.
From the minutes
“A. Petronio made a motion to enter into executive session to A) discuss the deployment of or strategy regarding security personnel or devices pursuant to MGL c 30A, § 21(a) (4); B) discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (1) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; and C) to act under authority of the Open Meeting Law, General Laws Chapter 30A, §22(f) and §22(g), and.” (Motion: Petronio, second: Healy)
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