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June 26, 2024
29 recorded votes, 2 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
Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment for Lucas Berube for the position of Truck Driver/Laborer for the Department of Public Works
To accept the Conditional Offer of Employment for Lucas Berube for the position of Truck Driver/Laborer for 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 of hire, and completion of all pre-employment paperwork
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the Conditional Offer of Employment for Lucas Berube for the position of Truck Driver/Laborer for 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 of hire, and completion of all pre-employment paperwork; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
Consider the Conditional offer of employment for Sabrina Barry for the position of Assistant Animal Control Officer
To accept the Conditional offer of employment for Sabrina Barry for the position of Assistant Animal Control Officer subject to and conditioned upon her successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background and CORI check, physical examination, drug screening, and completion of the rabies vaccination series and all pre-employment paperwork
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the Conditional offer of employment for Sabrina Barry for the position of Assistant Animal Control Officer subject to and conditioned upon her successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background and CORI check, physical examination, drug screening, and completion of the rabies vaccination series and all pre-employment paperwork; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 4. Consider the appointment of Richard Forest to the Human Services Council S. Cadime summarized Richard Forest's interview and made a recommendation to appoint him to the Human Services Council. Mr. Forest was present and thanked Brittney Faria for reaching out to him about the position; he is greatly looking forward to working with everyone. J. Sulliva.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
Consider the appointment of Richard Forest to the Human Services Council
To accept the appointment of Richard Forest to the Human Services Council
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the appointment of Richard Forest to the Human Services Council; it was seconded by M. Healy and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 5. Consider the appointment of Richard Wallace to the Conservation Commission S. Cadime made a recommendation to appoint Richard Wallace to the Conservation Commission. Mr. Wallace had previously served as a member with the Commission and is happy to be joining again. J. Sulliva.” (Motion: Sullivan)
Consider the appointment of Richard Wallace to the Conservation Commission
To accept the appointment of Richard Wallace to the Conservation Commission
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the appointment of Richard Wallace to the Conservation Commission; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 6. Consider the appointment of Lori Trenteseaux to the Taxation Aid Committee.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
Consider the appointment of Lori Trenteseaux to the Taxation Aid Committee
To accept the appointment of Lori Trenteseaux to the Taxation Aid Committee
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the appointment of Lori Trenteseaux to the Taxation Aid Committee; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Community Speaks – Chris Rizzo, 305 Pleasant Street, was present to speak. He shared his concerns about the Council On Disability; there are virtually no members and he believes there is minimal information on the Town's Website regarding this board. Additionally, he shared his opinion regarding the discussion of Spring Town Meeting from several weeks ago. He.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
A Public Hearing: Consider the request from National Grid to install one JO Pole on Clara Street, beginning at a point approximately zero feet of the centerline of the intersection of
To open the public hearing at 6:15
The minutes do not give a count or names for this vote.
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to open the public hearing at 6:15; it was seconded by M. Healy At the request of National Grid, this matter has been postponed until the next Selectboard Meeting (July 10, 2024). J. Sulliva.” (Motion: Sullivan)
To close the public hearing at 6:16 with a continuation at the July 10 th meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the Board of Selectmen Meeting Room
The minutes do not give a count or names for this vote.
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to close the public hearing at 6:16 with a continuation at the July 10 th meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the Board of Selectmen Meeting Room; it was seconded by M. Heal.” (Motion: Sullivan)
B License Hearing: Consider the request for a "One Day Special Permit" to allow Osamequin Farm Inc. to serve beer and wine at their holiday events on the following dates: July 14, 2024;
To approve the request for a "One Day Special Permit" to allow Osamequin Farm Inc. to serve beer and wine at their holiday events on the following dates: July 14, 2024; July 20, 2024; August 10, 2024; September 14, 2024; October 5, 2024; October Page 4 of 13 Board of Selectmen June 26, 2024 13; 2024; October 26, 2024; December 7-8, 2024 and; December 14-15, 2024
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to approve the request for a "One Day Special Permit" to allow Osamequin Farm Inc. to serve beer and wine at their holiday events on the following dates: July 14, 2024; July 20, 2024; August 10, 2024; September 14, 2024; October 5, 2024; October.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
C License Hearing: Consider the request from Gary Menissian, Ocean State Multisport, to waive the strict compliance of the requirements from the "One Day Special Event" Bylaw and to
To approve the request from Gary Menissian, Ocean State Multisport, to waive the strict compliance of the requirements from the "One Day Special Event" Bylaw and to conduct two road races to be held on November 28, 2024 and January 1, 2025 with a start to be located at the Newman YMCA, 472 Taunton Avenue
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to approve the request from Gary Menissian, Ocean State Multisport, to waive the strict compliance of the requirements from the "One Day Special Event" Bylaw and to conduct two road races to be held on November 28, 2024 and January 1, 2025 with a start to be located at the Newman YMCA, 472 Taunton Avenue; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
D Consider the appointment of Constables, Special Police Officers, Detention Attendants and Traffic Constables not requiring disclosure as recommended by the list provided by Police
To approve the appointment of Constables, Special Police Officers, Detention Attendants and Traffic Constables not requiring disclosure as recommended by the list provided by Police Chief David Enos, Jr.
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to approve the appointment of Constables, Special Police Officers, Detention Attendants and Traffic Constables not requiring disclosure as recommended by the list provided by Police Chief David Enos, Jr.; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Zorra)
E Consider the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Special Police Officer Ronald Ricky
To accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Special Police Officer Ronald Ricky
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Special Police Officer Ronald Ricky; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
F Consider the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Detention Attendant Taylor Cordeiro
To accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Detention Attendant Taylor Cordeiro
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Detention Attendant Taylor Cordeiro; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
G Consider the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Detention Attendant Melissa Zasowski
To accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Detention Attendant Melissa Zasowski
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Detention Attendant Melissa Zasowski; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
H Consider the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Detention Attendant Kelly Magill
To accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Detention Attendant Kelly Magill
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Detention Attendant Kelly Magill; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
I Consider the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Traffic Constable
To accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Traffic Constable Jonathan Martel
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Traffic Constable Jonathan Martel; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
J Consider the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Traffic Constable Douglas Young
To accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Traffic Constable Douglas Young
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Traffic Constable Douglas Young; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
K Consider the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Traffic Constable James Roy
To accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Traffic Constable James Roy
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Traffic Constable James Roy; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
L Consider the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Traffic Constable Kevin English
To accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Traffic Constable Kevin English
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Traffic Constable Kevin English; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
M Consider the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Traffic Constable Timothy Goodwin
To accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Traffic Constable Timothy Goodwin
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the disclosure of G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Traffic Constable Timothy Goodwin; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sullivan)
N Consider the reappointment of Board and Committee members; Board of Health; Board of Registrars; Conservation Commission; Cultural Council; Finance Committee; Historical
To accept the reappointment of Board and Committee members; Board of Health; Board of Registrars; Conservation Commission; Cultural Council; Finance Committee; Historical Commission; Human Services Council; Parks and Recreation; Recycling Committee; Taxation Aide Fund Committee; Veterans Council; Zoning Board of Appeals
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the reappointment of Board and Committee members; Board of Health; Board of Registrars; Conservation Commission; Cultural Council; Finance Committee; Historical Commission; Human Services Council; Parks and Recreation; Recycling Committee; Taxation Aide Fund Committee; Veterans Council; Zoning Board of Appeals; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor O. Read into the record the Moderator's reappointments of Phillip Yan to the Finance Committee Chair Hines read the Town Moderator's reappointment of Phillip Yan to the Finance Committee into the record.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Zorra)
P Consider accepting the Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) grant in the amount of $5,700 and the Senior SAFE grant in the amount of $2,400
To accept the Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) grant in the amount of $5,700 and the Senior SAFE grant in the amount of $2,400
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) grant in the amount of $5,700 and the Senior SAFE grant in the amount of $2,400; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
Q Consider accepting the donation from Holly Hicks and Jessica Hicks in the amount of $200 in memory of Marie Hicks for the Fire Department
To accept the donation from Holly Hicks and Jessica Hicks in the amount of $200 in memory of Marie Hicks for the Fire Department
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the donation from Holly Hicks and Jessica Hicks in the amount of $200 in memory of Marie Hicks for the Fire Department; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
R Consider accepting the donation from Rockwell Amusements in the amount of $4,000 towards a new trailer for the Animal Shelter
To accept the donation from Rockwell Amusements in the amount of $4,000 towards a new trailer for the Animal Shelter
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to accept the donation from Rockwell Amusements in the amount of $4,000 towards a new trailer for the Animal Shelter; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor S. National Parks and Recreation month/National Parks and Recreation Professional Day July 19 Erica Harris-Grimes, Parks and Rec Coordinator, was present to recognize National Parks and Recreation Month. Ms. Grimes thanked the DPW, Human Services, and the Parks and Rec Committee for their assistance with seven sports leagues, and numerous events and activitie.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Sullivan)
T Consider the approval of the Parks and Recreation Field Rental Policy
To approve the Parks and Recreation Field Rental Policy
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to approve the Parks and Recreation Field Rental Policy; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
U Accept the retirement of Sgt Thomas Hedrick from the Police Department
To accept the retirement of Sgt Thomas Hedrick from the Police Department
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the retirement of Sgt Thomas Hedrick from the Police Department; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
V Accept resignation of Alex Flaxman from the Police Department as a full-time officer
To accept the resignation of Alex Flaxman from the Police Department as a full-time officer
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the resignation of Alex Flaxman from the Police Department as a full-time officer; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Chief Enos noted that this is a resignation from a full-time officer to a reserve officer.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
W Consider authorizing the Town Administrator to sign the letter of support for Comcast to apply for the Broadband Infrastructure Gap Networks Grant Program
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the letter of support for Comcast and Verizon to apply for the Broadband Infrastructure Gap Networks Grant Program
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the letter of support for Comcast and Verizon to apply for the Broadband Infrastructure Gap Networks Grant Program; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
X Consider authorizing the Town Administrator to sign the solid waste contract with MEGA
To accept the solid waste contract with MEGA Transportation Group
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the solid waste contract with MEGA Transportation Group; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor OTHER BUSINESS – Nothing at this time. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: A. Department of Public Works Building Committee – Nothing new to report. BOARD OF SELECTMEN LIAISON REPORTS AND COMMENTS A. Accounts Payable Warrant – signed. B. 540 Arcade Avenue Building Committee Report (M. Hines) – The building is now in use and they are finalizing paperwork. C. TV9 Liai.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
M Hines also congratulated Chief Whalen.
At 6:53 to adjourn open session to enter into executive session not to reconvene in open session for potential contract approval. A) To discuss the physical condition of an employee per MGL c. 30A, Section 21(a)(1). B) To discuss strategy with respect to litigation pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, 212(a)(3) regarding Town of Seekonk by and through its Board of Selectmen v. Seekonk Cable Access Inc. as discussion in open session will have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigation position and the chair so declares. C)To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the Administrative Assistant to the Board of Selectmen/Town Administrator 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) Consider accepting the Executive Session Meeting minutes of April 10, 2024. E) To act under authorit
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion at 6:53 to adjourn open session to enter into executive session not to reconvene in open session for potential contract approval. A) To discuss the physical condition of an employee per MGL c. 30A, Section 21(a)(1). B) To discuss strategy with respect to litigation pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, 212(a)(3) regarding Town of Seekonk by and through its Board of Selectmen v. Seekonk Cable Access Inc. as discussion in open session will have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigation position and the chair so declares. C)To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the Administrative Assistant to the Board of Selectmen/Town Administrator 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) Consider accepting the Executive Session Meeting minutes of April 10, 2024. E) To act under authority of the Open Meeting Law, General Laws Chapter 30A § 22(f) and § 22(g), and review and approve the executive session minutes of April 10, 2024 pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 21(a)(7); it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favor Poz.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
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