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April 10, 2024
20 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Justin Sullivan, Pamela Pozzi, Michelle A. Hines, Christopher Zorra, Michael P. Healy
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A Reorganization of the Board
To appoint M. Hines as Chairperson of the Board
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to appoint M. Hines as Chairperson of the Board; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor M. Heal.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
M Healy, and it was unanimously approved
To appoint J. Sullivan as Vice Chairperson of the Board
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to appoint J. Sullivan as Vice Chairperson of the Board; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor J. Sulliva.” (Motion: Healy, second: Zorra)
To appoint C. Zorra as Clerk of the Board
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to appoint C. Zorra as Clerk of the Board; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor B. Recognition of Lieutenant William George on the occasion of his retirement after 35 years of service M. Hines read the proclamation, thanking Lieutenant George for 35 years of dedicated service. William George and members of the Seekonk Fire Department were present. Lieutenant George reiterated that he is grateful for his career and has enjoyed serving the.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
L Consider the donation in the amount of $50.00 to the Seekonk Fire Department from George and Georgia Pliakas to the Fire Department gift account in recognition and honor of William
To accept the donation
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the donation; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor C. Recognition and Proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week M. Hines read the proclamation thanking the Seekonk Public Safety Telecommunicators for their hard work and dedication. Director Wunschel was present.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
D Consider the appointment of Lynn Cristino to the Cultural Council
To appoint Lynn Cristino to the Cultural Council
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to appoint Lynn Cristino to the Cultural Council; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
E Consider the appointment of Christine LaChapelle-Miller to the Energy Committee
To appoint Christine LaChapelle-Miller to the Cultural Council
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to appoint Christine LaChapelle-Miller to the Cultural Council; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
S Cadime recommended the reappointment of Christine DeFontes and recognized her work anniversary of 30 years in May. Christine DeFontes was present.
To reappoint Christine DeFontes as Treasurer/Collector for an additional 3-year term
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to reappoint Christine DeFontes as Treasurer/Collector for an additional 3-year term; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Sullivan)
I Consider applying for the FY24 Division of Local Services Municipal Fiber Grant
To apply for the FY24 Division of Local Services Municipal Fiber Grant
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to apply for the FY24 Division of Local Services Municipal Fiber Grant; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Healy, second: Sullivan)
J Consider the amendments to Sections 2.12.3; 3.2; 4.2; 5; and 6.6 of the Zoning Bylaws and forward to the Planning Board for a public hearing for possible approval at Town Meeting
To send these amendments to the Planning Board for a public hearing
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to send these amendments to the Planning Board for a public hearing; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved.” (Motion: Healy, second: Pozzi)
K Consider declaring 0 Fall River Avenue, Plat 7, Lot 113 as surplus property
To declare 0 Fall River, Plat 7, Lot 113 as surplus property
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to declare 0 Fall River, Plat 7, Lot 113 as surplus property; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Sullivan)
M Accept the resignation of Andrew Cook from the Seekonk Fire Department.
To accept the resignation of Andrew Cook
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the resignation of Andrew Cook; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Zorra)
N Accept the resignation of Timothy Greves from the position of Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher
To accept the resignation of Timothy Greves
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the resignation of Timothy Greves; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
O Approval of Fiscal Year 2025 budget
To approve the Fiscal Year 2025 budget as presented by S. Cadime
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to approve the Fiscal Year 2025 budget as presented by S. Cadime; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Zorra)
P Consider amending Category 14B (Fowl) of the Town's Bylaws to include ducks.
To open the Warrant to consider including, on Category 14B, Muscovy Ducks, not to exceed 12 in conjunction with chickens
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to open the Warrant to consider including, on Category 14B, Muscovy Ducks, not to exceed 12 in conjunction with chickens; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
Q Consider opening the Town Meeting Warrant if the amendment to the Town Bylaws is approved
To open the Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to open the Town Meeting Warrant; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
R Approval of Warrant for Spring Town Meeting;
To approve the Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to approve the Town Meeting Warrant; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor. S. Assign Warrant Articles; and T. Make Recommendations on Warrant Articles S. Cadime summarized the following articles: Article 1: Committee Reports – M. Hines will read the warrant article. Recommendation on Town Meeting floor. Approve 5-0. Article 2: Budget Article – M. Healy will read the warrant article. The Board recommends the article. Approve 5-0. Ar.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
V Consider accepting the open session meeting minutes of March 13, 2024
To accept the open meeting minutes of March 13, 2024
Yes: Hines, Pozzi, Sullivan, ZorraAbstained: Healy
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to accept the open meeting minutes of March 13, 2024; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was voted: 4 in favor/1 abstention (M. Healy not present). 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; they received cost estimates for architect and Owner's Project Manager. Architect estimates came in within $50,0000 of each other. The Board needs to evaluate.” (Motion: Hines, second: Sullivan)
F Seekonk Public Library Feasibility Study/Building Assessment (P. Pozzi) – The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) permit was approved on April 3rd. Kate Hibbert has contacted the
To adjourn open session at 8:08 p.m. and to enter into executive session to reconvene in open session for potential contract approval. A) Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, 21(a)(3) to discuss the initiation of litigation with respect to Seekonk Cable Access, LLC where a discussion in open session will have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigation position and the chair so declares. B) To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property pursuant to MGL c 30A, 21 (a)(6) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the negotiating position of the town (AP 15; Lot 47). C) To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the Fire Chief, per MGL c 30A, 21(a)(2) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town. D) To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiat
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to adjourn open session at 8:08 p.m. and to enter into executive session to reconvene in open session for potential contract approval. A) Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, 21(a)(3) to discuss the initiation of litigation with respect to Seekonk Cable Access, LLC where a discussion in open session will have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigation position and the chair so declares. B) To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property pursuant to MGL c 30A, 21 (a)(6) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the negotiating position of the town (AP 15; Lot 47). C) To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the Fire Chief, per MGL c 30A, 21(a)(2) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town. D) To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the Deputy Fire Chief, per MGL c 30A, 21(a)(2) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town. E) Consider approving the executive meeting minutes of March 27, 2024; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was un.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
To enter into open session at 9:10 p.m.
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to enter into open session at 9:10 p.m.; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
To close open session at 9:11 p.m.
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to close open session at 9:11 p.m.; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favor Justin Sullivan-Aye; Pam Pozzi-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye Respectfully submitted, Chris Zorra, Clerk Prepared by: Catherine Testa Items Distributed at the April 10, 2024 Board of Selectmen Meeting • Talent Bank application from Lynn Cristino • Talent Bank application from Christine LaChapelle-Miller • Street proposal, legal description.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
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