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March 27, 2024
12 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Justin Sullivan, Christopher Zorra, Michelle A. Hines, Pamela Pozzi
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A Consider the appointment of Shaun Whalen as Fire Chief
To appoint Shaun Whalen to the position of Fire Chief subject to and conditioned upon the successful completion of Contract Negotiations
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to appoint Shaun Whalen to the position of Fire Chief subject to and conditioned upon the successful completion of Contract Negotiations; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Hines, second: Sullivan)
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)
D Consider the request from the Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity to waive the strict compliance of the requirements from the "One Day Special Event" Bylaw and to conduct the
To waive the strict compliance of the requirements from the "One Day Special Event" Bylaw and to conduct the Annual Procession from Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church to the Holy Ghost club in Rehoboth, MA in August
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to waive the strict compliance of the requirements from the "One Day Special Event" Bylaw and to conduct the Annual Procession from Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church to the Holy Ghost club in Rehoboth, MA in August; P. Pozzi seconded, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
E License Hearing: Consider the request for a Common Victualler License for La Casa de Taco to be located at 757 Fall River Avenue; Mynor Gonzalez owner
To approve the Common Victualler License for La Casa de Taco to be located at 757 Fall River Avenue; Mynor Gonzalez owner
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to approve the Common Victualler License for La Casa de Taco to be located at 757 Fall River Avenue; Mynor Gonzalez owner; P. Pozzi seconded, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
F License Hearing: Consider the request for a Common Victualler License for The Hamilton Diner, to be located at 1641 Fall River Avenue; Thomas Chikeles Owner
To approve the request for a Common Victualler License for The Hamilton Diner, to be located at 1641 Fall River Avenue
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to approve the request for a Common Victualler License for The Hamilton Diner, to be located at 1641 Fall River Avenue; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
G License Hearing: Consider the request for a Mobile Food Cart Permit for Triple S Craft BBQ, LLC to sell food from 72 Mink Street, Scott Beland owner
To approve the request for a Mobile Food Cart Permit for Triple S Craft BBQ, LLC to sell food from 72 Mink Street with two stipulations: 1) this will not set a precedent; and 2) the Board will receive a copy of their business agreement for the file
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to approve the request for a Mobile Food Cart Permit for Triple S Craft BBQ, LLC to sell food from 72 Mink Street with two stipulations: 1) this will not set a precedent; and 2) the Board will receive a copy of their business agreement for the file; it was seconded by.” (Motion: Hines)
H Public Hearing: FY 25 Departmental Fees
To open the public hearing at 6:47 p.m.
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to open the public hearing at 6:47 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Hines, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor The following departments proposed fee changes: 1) Animal Control for the increase of vet fees and medications; 2) Board of Health add new fee for late submittal fee; 3) Select Board added new fee for Common Victualler Licenses (new and renewals); 4) Parks and Recreation fee changes include per player, restrooms, and non-league fees; Public Works increased fe.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Hines)
To close the public hearing at 7:14 p.m.
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to close the public hearing at 7:14 p.m.; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor J. Sulliva.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
To approve the FY25 Departmental Fees as presented
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to approve the FY25 Departmental Fees as presented; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
I Consider accepting open meeting minutes of February 28, 2024 and March 4, 2024
To accept the open meeting minutes of February 28, 2024 with one correction (J. Sullivan was not in attendance)
Yes: Hines, Pozzi, ZorraAbstained: Sullivan
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to accept the open meeting minutes of February 28, 2024 with one correction (J. Sullivan was not in attendance); P. Pozzi seconded and it was voted: 3 in favor/1 abstention (J. Sullivan) M. Hine.” (Motion: Hines, second: Pozzi)
To accept the open meeting minutes of March 4, 2024
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to accept the open meeting minutes of March 4, 2024; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor COMMUNITY SPEAKS: No one was present to speak. OTHER BUSINESS – Nothing at this time. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: A. Department of Public Works Building Committee – Meeting was held with DPW, OPM, and Architect. A meeting with the ZBA has been scheduled.” (Motion: Hines, second: Pozzi)
C Zorra wished all candidates good luck on election day.
To enter into executive session at 7:25 p.m. to reconvene in open session for potential contract approval to A) discuss litigation strategy in the case of International Paving Corp, et al v. Town of Seekonk, C.A. No. 1:23-cv-10881-PBS pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3); if discussing the matter in open session will have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigating position and the chairs so declare; B) to consider approving the executive meeting minutes of January 17, 2024, January 31, 2024, January 31, 2024 with School Committee, February 14, 2024, and March 4, 2024 with the School Department
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to enter into executive session at 7:25 p.m. to reconvene in open session for potential contract approval to A) discuss litigation strategy in the case of International Paving Corp, et al v. Town of Seekonk, C.A. No. 1:23-cv-10881-PBS pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3); if discussing the matter in open session will have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigating position and the chairs so declare; B) to consider approving the executive meeting minutes of January 17, 2024, January 31, 2024, January 31, 2024 with School Committee, February 14, 2024, and March 4, 2024 with the School Department; it was seconded by M. Hines, and it was unanimously approved. The Board will not reconvene into open session. Roll Call Vote: 4-0 all in favor Justin Sullivan-Aye; Pam Pozzi-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye Respectfully submitted, Michelle A. Hines, Clerk Prepared by: Kristen L'Heureux Items Distributed at the March 27, 2024 Board of Selectmen Meeting • Memo from Holy Ghost Brotherhood Charity of Rehoboth, MA requesting a waiver from.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Hines)
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