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August 30, 2023
16 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Justin Sullivan, Christopher Zorra, Michael P. Healy, Michelle A. Hines, Pamela Pozzi
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment for Alexander MacMillan for the position of Police Officer
To appoint Alexander MacMillan 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
“M. Hines made a motion to appoint Alexander MacMillan 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; C. Zorra seconded the motion, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Hines, second: Zorra)
B Public Hearing: Consider the transfer of an off-premise Annual Wines and Malt Beverages Liquor License from JCM Petroleum, Inc., d/b/a Crossroads Auto Center to Global Montello
To open the public hearing at 6:06 p.m.
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to open the public hearing at 6:06 p.m.; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favor Justin Sullivan-Aye; Pam Pozzi-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Michael Healy-Aye Attorney Aieta summarized the application. It is a straight forward transfer with no changes to the sales of alcohol. The proposed manager, Tanya Spencer has been with Global Montello for twenty years and is currently going through TIPS certification. The staf.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
To close the public hearing at 6:09 p.m.
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to close the public hearing at 6:09 p.m.; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favor Justin. Sullivan-Aye; Pam Pozzi-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Michael Healy-Aye J. Sullivan asked if there were any bank contingencies involved in the transfer of this license. Attorney Aieta answered no. Global Montello is owned by Global Partners, LP which is publicly traded. P. Pozzi asked if the name would be staying Crossroads or if.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Zorra)
To approve the transfer of an off-premise Annual Wines and Malt Beverages Liquor License from JCM Petroleum, Inc., d/b/a Crossroads Auto Center to Global Montello Group Corp., d/b/a Global Montello Group Corp., #785 located at 822 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA Tanya Spencer to be manager
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to approve the transfer of an off-premise Annual Wines and Malt Beverages Liquor License from JCM Petroleum, Inc., d/b/a Crossroads Auto Center to Global Montello Group Corp., d/b/a Global Montello Group Corp., #785 located at 822 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA Tanya Spencer to be manager; it was seconded by M. Hines, and unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Hines)
D Accept the resignation of Zachary Woynar as Police Officer
To accept the resignation of Zachary Woynar as Police Officer
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to accept the resignation of Zachary Woynar as Police Officer; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Hines, second: Zorra)
E Accept the resignation of Jason Valderrama as Police Officer
To accept the resignation of Jason Valderrama as Police Officer
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the resignation of Jason Valderrama as Police Officer; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
F Consider accepting the Bridge Academy Grant in the amount of $9,000.00 offered by the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security for the Police Department
To approve the Bridge Academy Grant in the amount of $9,0000
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to approve the Bridge Academy Grant in the amount of $9,0000; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Hines, second: Sullivan)
G Consider establishing a date for Fall Town Meeting
To set the date for the Fall Town Meeting on November 13, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to be held at the Seekonk High School
From the minutes
“M. Hines made the motion to set the date for the Fall Town Meeting on November 13, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to be held at the Seekonk High School; J. Sullivan seconded the motion, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Hines, second: Sullivan)
H Consider opening the Annual Fall Town Meeting Warrant to close on September 22, 2023
To open the Annual Fall Town Meeting Warrant today and close it on September 22, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.
From the minutes
“M. Hines made the motion to open the Annual Fall Town Meeting Warrant today and close it on September 22, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.; J. Sullivan seconded the motion, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Hines, second: Sullivan)
I Discussion of the Town Administrator's FY 23 Annual review
To approve the Town Administrator's FY23 evaluation as presented
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to approve the Town Administrator's FY23 evaluation as presented; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor M. Hines asked if the evaluation schedule/process could be reconsidered since it was difficult for new members of the Board to conduct an evaluation with on only three months of working with the TA. J. Sullivan said it was decided by a previous Board to conduct the TA's evaluation to be consistent with the fiscal year. P. Pozzi suggested a 360 evaluation whic.” (Motion: Hines, second: Sullivan)
J Consider approving the minutes of July 24, 2023 and August 16, 2023
To approve the open meeting minutes of July 24, 2023
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to approve the open meeting minutes of July 24, 2023; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor M. Hine.” (Motion: Hines, second: Zorra)
C Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor
To approve the open meeting minutes of August 16, 2023
Yes: Healy, Hines, PozziAbstained: Sullivan, Zorra
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to approve the open meeting minutes of August 16, 2023; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was voted 3 in favor/2 abstention (C. Zorra and J. Sullivan). COMMUNITY SPEAKS: No one was present to speak. OTHER BUSINESS: Discuss other topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chairman 48 hours before the meeting. Nothing at this time. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT A. South End Fire Station Building Committee – September 20, 2023 is the file sub bid due date. Close for general contracting bids is October.” (Motion: Hines, second: Pozzi)
E TV9 liaison (M. Healy) – A meeting was held on August 7th but Mr. Healy was not aware of the meeting until after it took place. According to their agenda, they reorganized the Board with a new
To nominate Pam Pozzi to sit on the Library Committee as discussed
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to nominate Pam Pozzi to sit on the Library Committee as discussed; C. Zorra seconded; and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor P. Pozzi said the Historical Commission posted their meeting to appoint a member to the Medeiros Farm Committee. She also asked for updates on: 1) a completion date for the Arcade Avenue; 2) discussion for a Deputy Fire Chief; 3) discussion with the Town Clerk regarding the usage of poll pads; and 4) repair for the Whittaker softball field. C. Zorra said ther.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Zorra)
To enter into Executive Session at 7:26 p.m. to reconvene in open session for potential contract negotiations A) conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with the United Steelworkers Supervisors Unit Local 9517-09 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; B) to conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with the United Steelworkers Clerical Unit Local 9517-10 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; C) to conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with the Seekonk Public Library Employee Association, MLSA, AFT Massachusetts, AFL-CIO per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to enter into Executive Session at 7:26 p.m. to reconvene in open session for potential contract negotiations A) conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with the United Steelworkers Supervisors Unit Local 9517-09 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; B) to conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with the United Steelworkers Clerical Unit Local 9517-10 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; C) to conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with the Seekonk Public Library Employee Association, MLSA, AFT Massachusetts, AFL-CIO per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; D) to conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with DPW AFSCME Council 93 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; and E) to consider strategy sess.” (Motion: Hines, second: Sullivan)
To enter back into open session at 8:59 p.m.
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to enter back into open session at 8:59 p.m.; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Justin Sullivan-Aye; Pam Pozzi-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Michael Healy-Aye There was no discussion or approval of contract. J. Sulliva.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Zorra)
C Zorra, and it was unanimously approved.
To adjourn open session at 8:59 p.m.
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to adjourn open session at 8:59 p.m. it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favor Justin Sullivan-Aye; Pam Pozzi-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Michael Healy-Aye Respectfully submitted, Michelle A. Hines, Clerk Prepared by: Kristen L'Heureux Items Distributed at the August 30, 2023 Board of Selectmen Meeting • Memo from Chief Enos (new hire) • Application from McDermott, Quilty & Miller LLP for a transfer of an off-pre.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Zorra)
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