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Seekonk Select Board
How the Seekonk Select Board voted, from the Select Board’s official minutes. 5 members elected townwide to 3-year terms, 1 or 2 seats each April. Elected April 3, 2023 (Pamela Pozzi and Michelle A. Hines); board reorganized April 5, 2023. Michael Healy resigned in November 2023; Vice Chair Zorra served as Acting Chair and the seat stayed empty until the April 2024 election. Covers 30 meetings, April 5 to March 27, 2024.
A monthly email on what it voted on, starting in November.
What does the Select Board do? It is the town’s executive board. It prepares the Town Meeting warrant (the list of articles voters decide), appoints members of many town boards, hires the town’s top staff, signs warrants to pay town bills, and grants licenses and permits.
Town Meeting, not the Select Board, votes the town budget and town bylaws.
Sources: Massachusetts Select Board Handbook (MMA) · Mass. Division of Local Services: the town budgetBoard years
Coming up
From the agendas Seekonk posts on its official site. Agendas can change; the posted agenda is the official one.
What Town Meeting decided
In Seekonk, Town Meeting — not the Select Board — votes the town budget, bylaws and zoning. Here is what it did with each article, in the Town Clerk’s own words. Any registered voter can take part, and most votes are by voice or show of hands, so there is no list of who voted which way.
Spring Town Meeting · May 11, 2026 19 votes: 16 passed, 1 passed as amended, 1 failed, 1 indefinitely postponed
- Art. 1 Receive reports of Town Officers or Committees Passed “Motion passed · 160Y, 3N”
- Art. 2 · motion 1 FY2027 operating budget, $76,847,160 (incl. $58,017,160 taxation; $300,000 free cash; $450,000 overlay surplus; $1.2M ambulance fees) Passed as amended “Motion passed · 166Y, 21N”
- Art. 2 · motion 2 FY2027 Sanitation Enterprise Fund budget, $2,039,084 from enterprise revenues Passed “Motion passed · 148Y, 27N”
- Art. 3 Fix FY2027 salaries of elected and appointed officials (e.g., Town Clerk $86,570) Passed “Motion passed · 156Y, 31N”
- Art. 4 Appropriate from Municipal Capital Stabilization for 11 equipment items (trackless tractor $250,000, fire vehicles $144,000, etc.) Passed “Motion passed · 152Y, 43N”
- Art. 5 Authorize a five-year contract to buy police body worn cameras and bundle pack (2/3 vote) Passed “Motion passed · 154, 22N”
- Art. 6 Authorize contracts of three years or more for police vehicle leases (2/3 vote) Passed “Motion passed · 164Y, 18N”
- Art. 7 FY2027 Community Preservation budget: $3,000 admin; $70,491 each to historic, housing, open space reserves; $490,434 budgeted reserve Passed “Motion passed · 179Y, 9N”
- Art. 8 Authorize Select Board to dispose of surplus property or material, including compost Passed “Motion passed · 185Y, 4N”
- Art. 9 Transfer $230,000 from Stabilization to FY2026 snow and ice budget (2/3 vote) Passed “Motion passed · 172Y, 3N”
- Art. 10 Appropriate $119,797.25 from Ambulance Receipts, year 3 of 4-year lease/purchase of EMS/Rescue vehicle Passed “Motion passed · 185Y, 4N”
- Art. 11 Transfer $149,102 from PEG Cable fund as grant to Seekonk Cable Access, Inc. for FY2027 Passed “Motion passed · 159Y, 20N”
- Art. 12 Appropriate $725,000 from Building & Infrastructure Stabilization for Seekonk High School pool HVAC system Passed “Motion passed · 170Y, 24N”
- Art. 13 Appropriate $975,000 from Building & Infrastructure Stabilization for asphalt, curbing and drainage at Martin Elementary School Failed “Motion Failed · 72Y, 101N”
- Art. 14 Appropriate $100,000 from Building & Infrastructure Stabilization for door locks at Hurley Middle School and all assembly areas across the district Passed “Motion passed · 152Y, 4N”
- Art. 15 Establish a School Building Committee to oversee potential school projects based around Hurley Middle School (grades 5-12) Passed “Motion passed · 136Y, 13N”
- Art. 16 Accept G.L. c.41 §110A, allowing Town Hall to stay closed on Saturdays Passed “Motion passed · 124Y, 25N”
- Art. 17 Accept G.L. c.53 §9A, setting final date for obtaining blank nomination papers Passed “Motion passed · 123Y, 22N”
- Art. 18 Zoning: create a Billboard Overlay District (Section 6.12) allowing billboards by special permit Indefinitely postponed “Motion passed with majority, 4 in opposition”
Source: Town Clerk minutes of the May 11, 2026 Spring Town Meeting (scanned PDF).
Fall Town Meeting · November 18, 2024 22 votes: 17 passed, 2 failed, 2 indefinitely postponed, 1 no action
- Art. 1 Receive reports of Town Officers or Committees Passed “Motion passed · 227Y, 14N, 4A”
- Art. 2 Transfer from free cash: $595,299 each to Stabilization, Municipal Capital Stabilization and OPEB; $1,303,639 to Building & Infrastructure Stabilization Passed “Motion passed · 256Y, 40N, 7A”
- Art. 3 Accept Clause 56 tax reduction for National Guard/reservists on active duty abroad, from FY2026 Passed “Motion passed · 272Y, 18N,4A”
- Art. 4 · motion 1 Appropriate $98,983.52 from free cash for storm damage repair at Seekonk High School Passed “Motion passed · 231Y, 46N, 2A”
- Art. 4 · motion 2 Appropriate $400,000 from free cash to demolish old School Administration building on School St Passed “Motion passed · 73Y, 42N, 0A”
- Art. 4 · motion 3 Appropriate $120,000 from free cash, year 1 of 3-year lease/purchase of four police vehicles Passed “Motion passed · 195Y, 89N, 1A”
- Art. 4 · motion 4 Appropriate $100,000 from free cash, year 1 of 3-year lease/purchase of a DPW large dump truck Passed “Motion passed · 106Y, 25N, 0A”
- Art. 5 Appropriate from free cash $110,987 to School Capital Stabilization and $55,493 to Special Education Stabilization Passed “Motion passed · 227Y, 61N, 2A”
- Art. 6 Appropriate $24,132.14 and $50,000 from free cash for clerical union (USW Local 9517-10) contract, FY24-FY25 Passed “Motion passed · 213Y, 74N, 8A”
- Art. 7 Transfer PEG cable funds to Seekonk Cable Access, Inc. (amount blank in warrant) Indefinitely postponed “Motion to postpone indefinitely passed · 266Y, 22N, 6A”
- Art. 8 Petition to amend Town Charter: "Board of Selectmen" to "Select Board" and gender-neutral language Passed “Motion passed · 213Y, 92N, 2A”
- Art. 9 Borrow $39,960,000 for a new DPW facility at 351 Fall River Ave, contingent on debt exclusion Failed “Motion failed · 118Y,158N, 2A”
- Art. 10 Borrow $6,970,000 to acquire Firefly Golf Course (about 55 acres) for general municipal purposes Passed “Motion passed · 271Y,18N, 0A”
- Art. 11 Zoning: amend Multifamily Development Overlay District (Section 6.6) and zoning map Passed “Motion passed · 156Y, 59N, 4A”
- Art. 12 · motion 1 Zoning: Section 2.12.3 to allow certain zoning amendments by majority vote per G.L. c.40A §5 Passed “Motion passed · 128Y, 24N, 6A”
- Art. 12 · motion 2 Zoning: update accessory dwelling unit definition and allow ADUs by right in R-1 to R-4 districts Passed “Motion passed · 130Y, 21N, 4A”
- Art. 12 · motion 3 Zoning: allow single-family homes on certain adjacent nonconforming lots by right (Section 4.3.3.4) Passed “Motion passed · 135Y, 22N, 4A”
- Art. 13 Accept Airdrie Court as a public way Passed “Motion passed · 124Y, 13N, 4A”
- Art. 14 Accept Stone Ridge Drive and Brady Lane as public ways Passed “Motion passed · 128Y, 11N, 4A”
- Art. 15 Accept Palmer River Road as a public way Indefinitely postponed “Motion to Indefinitely Postpone passed · 119Y, 7N, 4A”
- Art. 16 Citizen petition: transfer $1,500 from free cash to compensate the assistant town clerk for 2024 elections Failed “Motion failed · 25Y, 107N, 4A”
- Art. 17 Citizen petition: allocate $72,000 of PEG cable funds to TV17 for student vocational training No action “No vote taken”
Source: Town Clerk minutes of the November 18, 2024 Fall Town Meeting.
Not here yet: the Spring 2024 and Spring 2025 Town Meetings and the November 10, 2025 Fall Town Meeting; no minutes for these were posted.
Titles are short descriptions of each article from the official record; the quoted words are the Town Clerk’s. A vote at Town Meeting is not the final word on everything: some articles also need a ballot vote (such as a tax override) or the Attorney General’s approval (bylaws).
Members
ChairMichael P. HealyChair (resigned November 2023) · Elected townwide · at 18 of 18 meetings · until Nov 2023
Vice-ChairChristopher ZorraVice Chair; Acting Chair from November 2023 · Elected townwide · at 29 of 30 meetings"At X of Y meetings" counts the members the minutes list as present at the start of each meeting in this record. Members who step out are listed on each meeting page.
Meetings
About missing minutes
Not here yet: the town has posted minutes online only from January 2022. It has not posted minutes for the Select Board meetings of August 19, September 2, September 9 (with the School Committee, Finance Committee and Capital Improvement Committee), September 16 and September 30, 2026. Votes taken by other boards at joint meetings (Planning Board, School Committee, Finance Committee and others) are not included. A few minutes record a count that doesn’t match the members listed as present, or a roll call that differs from the written count; those votes are noted, and we will ask the town to confirm them.
Votes where members disagreed
Most board votes are unanimous. These are the ones where at least one member voted no or abstained, newest first.
Mar 27Consider the appointment of Adam Dalessio to the position…Motion: to appoint Adam Dalessio to the position of Deputy Fire Chief…Passed 3–1 · No: Pozzi
March 27, 2024 · Item B: Consider the appointment of Adam Dalessio to the position of Deputy Fire Chief
To appoint Adam Dalessio to the position of Deputy Fire Chief subject to and conditioned upon the successful completion of Contract Negotiations
Yes: Hines, Sullivan, ZorraNo: Pozzi
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to appoint Adam Dalessio to the position of Deputy Fire Chief subject to and conditioned upon the successful completion of Contract Negotiations; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was voted 3 in favor with 1 opposition (P. Pozzi). C. Recognition and Proclamation for National Library Week M. Hines read a proclamation for National Library Week. Library Director Kate Hibbert and Board of Library Trustees Chair, Alyssa Richard were present.” (Motion: Hines, second: Sullivan)
Mar 13Sullivan, President of SYS, said the SYS League Board…Motion: to accept the donation from the Seekonk Youth Soccer League for…Passed 3–0 · Abstained: Sullivan
March 13, 2024 · Item J: Sullivan, President of SYS, said the SYS League Board recently approved replacement of the goals
To accept the donation from the Seekonk Youth Soccer League for two new 8x24 goals for the Cole Street Soccer Fields
Yes: Hines, Pozzi, ZorraAbstained: Sullivan
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to accept the donation from the Seekonk Youth Soccer League for two new 8x24 goals for the Cole Street Soccer Fields; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was voted: 3 in favor and 1 abstention (J. Sullivan).” (Motion: Hines, second: Pozzi)
Feb 28Cadime advised the Board this grant is will help…Motion: to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Massachusetts Preservation Projects…Passed 2–1 · see note
February 28, 2024 · Item S: Cadime advised the Board this grant is will help with the master plan for the Medeiros Farm.
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund Grant application and contract should we be awarded funds through the Massachusetts Historical Commission; P. Pozzi seconded, and it was unanimously approved. P. Pozzi asked if the CPC had to match the grant. Tracy Jamieson, Grant Coordinator, explained it is a match of $30,000. The Town meeting voted to approve the CPC funds and it will be submitted along with the grant application and contract. Vote: 3-0 all in favor Page 3 of 5 Board of Selectmen February 28, 2024 E. Consider submitting a Massachusetts School Building Authority Statement of Interest for a new School Building Chair Zorra explained the School Committee voted 3-2 against the Statement of Interest. It is being presented to the Board to consider signing it. S. Cadime asked the Board to take a vote to allow the Superintendent of Schools
The minutes give only the count (2–1), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund Grant application and contract should we be awarded funds through the Massachusetts Historical Commission; P. Pozzi seconded, and it was unanimously approved. P. Pozzi asked if the CPC had to match the grant. Tracy Jamieson, Grant Coordinator, explained it is a match of $30,000. The Town meeting voted to approve the CPC funds and it will be submitted along with the grant application and contract. Vote: 3-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Hines, second: Pozzi)
Nov 29Clarification and potential reconsideration of the vote regarding the…Motion: to , and it was not understood by everyone, she asked…Passed · see note
November 29, 2023 · Item B: Clarification and potential reconsideration of the vote regarding the hiring process for a new Fire Chief
To , and it was not understood by everyone, she asked for the vote to be retaken with clarity
The minutes do not give a count or names for this vote.
From the minutes
“s. M. Hines said since she made the motion, and it was not understood by everyone, she asked for the vote to be retaken with clarity. P. Pozzi said it should be two different motions; one to hire a consultant, and one to hire internally and/or externally. M. Hines said her motion was to not to hire a hiring consultant. P. Pozzi agreed to that motion. S. Cadime asked the Board to clarify the motion. M. Hines.” (Motion: Hines)
Nov 29Clarification and potential reconsideration of the vote regarding the…Motion: for the hiring of a new Fire Chief include internal and…Failed 2–2 · see note
November 29, 2023 · Item B: Clarification and potential reconsideration of the vote regarding the hiring process for a new Fire Chief
For the hiring of a new Fire Chief include internal and external applicants
The minutes give only the count (2–2), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion for the hiring of a new Fire Chief include internal and external applicants; it was seconded by J. Sullivan and it was voted: 2 in favor/2 opposed. Further Discussion: C. Zorra said he would like to put it out to internal candidates first. P. Pozzi agreed. The Board continued discussion. J. Sullivan said the process will take too long if you advertise separately. S. Cadime recommended an internal and external posting to minimize the time of having to go back out if there is not an internal candidate. He said if.” (Motion: Hines)
Nov 29Cadime recommended an internal and external posting to minimize…Motion: that the hiring of a new Fire Chief include internal and…Passed 3–1 · No: Pozzi
November 29, 2023 · Item S: Cadime recommended an internal and external posting to minimize the time of having to go back out
That the hiring of a new Fire Chief include internal and external applicants
Yes: Hines, Sullivan, ZorraNo: Pozzi
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion that the hiring of a new Fire Chief include internal and external applicants; it was seconded by J. Sullivan and voted: 3 in favor/1 opposed (P. Pozzi) S. Cadime asked the Board for a salary range for the position. M. Hines asked the salaries of the last 3-4 Seekonk Fire Chiefs. Assistant TA/HR Director, Carol Days, said the current Seekonk Fire Chief salary is $127,684. The previous Chief's salary was $125,181. The Board continued with the salary discussion. The salary should align with the Police Chief. The ave.” (Motion: Hines)
Nov 29Cadime recommended an internal and external posting to minimize…Motion: to advertise the salary range for the new Fire Chief from…Passed 3–1 · No: Pozzi
November 29, 2023 · Item S: Cadime recommended an internal and external posting to minimize the time of having to go back out
To advertise the salary range for the new Fire Chief from $130,000- $145,000
Yes: Hines, Sullivan, ZorraNo: Pozzi
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to advertise the salary range for the new Fire Chief from $130,000- $145,000; it was seconded by J. Sullivan and it was voted: 3 in favor/1 opposed (P. Pozzi) M. Hines suggested a committee of 5 people review the applications and conduct interviews (TA, Assistant TA/HR Director, BOS member, 2 retired Fire Chief(s)/Deputy Fire Chief). The Board discussed. M. Hine.” (Motion: Hines)
Oct 25Cadime answered approximately $10,000-$15,000Motion: to not hire a consultant for the hiring process and do…Passed 4–1 · No: Sullivan
October 25, 2023 · Item S: Cadime answered approximately $10,000-$15,000.
To not hire a consultant for the hiring process and do it within the Town personnel
Yes: Healy, Hines, Pozzi, ZorraNo: SullivanThe minutes give the count as 4–0, but the roll call in the minutes lists 4 Yes and 1 No; the roll call is shown.
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to not hire a consultant for the hiring process and do it within the Town personnel; it was seconded by P. Pozzi; and it was voted: C. Zorra asked for clarification of motion. M. Hines said the motion is not to hire a consultant and the Town would do the hiring process for a new Fire Chief within our own Town personnel. Roll Call Vote: 4 in favor/1 not in favor Justin Sullivan-Nay; Pam Pozzi-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Michael Healy-Aye S. Cadime asked if the Board wanted to proceed with an interim chief. M. Hin.” (Motion: Hines, second: Pozzi)
Sep 13Consider the appointment of Anne Walsh as full member…Motion: to appoint Anne Walsh to the Zoning Board of AppealsPassed 4–0 · see note
September 13, 2023 · Item A: Consider the appointment of Anne Walsh as full member to the Zoning Board of Appeals
To appoint Anne Walsh to the Zoning Board of Appeals
The minutes record this vote as 4–0, all in favor, but list 5 members as present, so we can’t say who voted.
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Anne Walsh to the Zoning Board of Appeals; it was seconded by M. Hines, and unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor B. Nuisance Dog Hearing: Continuation of a Nuisance Dog Hearing for a dog owned and/or kept by Derek Amaral, 27 Blacksmith Road from July 19, 2023 Chris Zorra recused himself from the meeting. Present: Andrea Russo, Animal Control Officer Richard Amaral (homeowner) Animal Control Office, Andrea Russo, stated they have not received any complaints regarding Ghost sinc.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Hines)
Sep 13Nuisance Dog Hearing: Continuation of a Nuisance Dog Hearing…Motion: that no further action will be taken at this time as…Passed 3–0 · see note
September 13, 2023 · Item B: Nuisance Dog Hearing: Continuation of a Nuisance Dog Hearing for a dog owned and/or kept by Derek Amaral, 27 Blacksmith Road from July 19, 2023
That no further action will be taken at this time as the dog has not been determined to be a nuisance dog
The minutes record this vote as 3–0, all in favor, but list 5 members as present, so we can’t say who voted.
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion that no further action will be taken at this time as the dog has not been determined to be a nuisance dog; M. Hines seconded the motion; and it was unanimously agreed. Vote: 3-0 all in favor (C. Zorra recused himself) Chris Zorra reentered the meeting.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Hines)
From the Seekonk Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. Every vote in these minutes has a count, and most name anyone who voted no or abstained. We check every count against the members named and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Photos of current members: Town of Seekonk Select Board page (seekonk-ma.gov). Former members show initials.
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