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July 24, 2024
16 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
The promotion of Lieutenant Joseph Gibbons to the position of Captain
To promote Lieutenant Joseph Gibbons to the position of Captain
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to promote Lieutenant Joseph Gibbons to the position of Captain; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Kristen L'Heureux, Town Clerk, was present to perform the swearing-in ceremony. Captain Gibbons' wife and family members were present to pin his badge. 2. Recognition of Firefighter Bosse's achievement of receiving the Richard N. Bangs Outstanding Student Award Fire Chief Whalen was present to recognize the outstanding work of Firefighter Keith Bosse. The Ric.” (Motion: Healy, second: Sullivan)
Consider accepting the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG Grant) for the sum of $36,265.71
To accept the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG Grant) for the sum of $36,265.71
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to accept the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG Grant) for the sum of $36,265.71; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 4. Consider approving the submission of the 24 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG Grant) Fire Chief Whalen summarized the EMPG Grant and application process. This grant provides funds to assist local governments, specifically Emergency Departments, in preparing for a variety of potential hazards; he found it prudent to submit the application with th.” (Motion: Healy, second: Sullivan)
Consider approving the submission of the 24 Emergency Management Performance Grant
To accept submission of the 24 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG Grant)
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to accept submission of the 24 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG Grant); it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Chief Whalen thanked Lieutenant Matthew Bradford and Lieutenant Kyle Laprade for drafting these applications and for all of their hard work. 5. Consider opening the acceptance of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) applications for the next class Chief Whalen explained the program; as the Emergency Management Director, he recognized the need and want.” (Motion: Healy, second: Sullivan)
Consider opening the acceptance of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
To open the acceptance of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) applications for the next class
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to open the acceptance of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) applications for the next class; it was seconded by J. Sullivan, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Chief Whalen also noted that the Fire Department did just secure a $5,000.00 grant to help cover potential costs. M. Hines asked where residents could get applications or if this is just for the class that has gone through already. Chief Whalen stated that this is left to be decided – they will post the application on social media so people can apply. 6. Cons.” (Motion: Healy, second: Sullivan)
Consider accepting the resignation of Alex Summerhayes from the Fire Department
To accept the resignation of Alex Summerhayes from the Fire Department
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the resignation of Alex Summerhayes from the Fire Department; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Community Speaks – Nobody was present to speak.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
A Consider the donation from the Stop and Shop Bloomin' 4 Good Program in the amount of $82.00 for the Human Services Gift and Donation account
To accept the donation from the Stop and Shop Bloomin' 4 Good Program in the amount of $82.00 for the Human Services Gift and Donation account
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the donation from the Stop and Shop Bloomin' 4 Good Program in the amount of $82.00 for the Human Services Gift and Donation account; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor. M. Hines thanked the Stop and Shop Bloomin' 4 Good Program for its generous donation.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
B Consider the donation from Fran Gray in the amount of $129.00 for the Human Services Gift and Donation account to be used towards a new cornhole set
To accept the donation from Fran Gray in the amount of $129.00 for the Human Services Gift and Donation account to be used towards a new cornhole set
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the donation from Fran Gray in the amount of $129.00 for the Human Services Gift and Donation account to be used towards a new cornhole set; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor. M. Hines thanked Fran Gray for the generous donation; because of which, residents have already been enjoying the new cornhole set. C. Recognition of the Traffic Control Box Art Contest Winner P. Pozzi thanked the artists who entered submissions and the residents who voted; there was a tie. In order to resolve this, she suggested reopening the voting period f.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
D Accept the resignation of Maureen Hasenfus from the position of Assistant Assessor
To accept the resignation of Maureen Hasenfus from the position of Assistant Assessor
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to accept the resignation of Maureen Hasenfus from the position of Assistant Assessor; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
J Sullivan reassured him that the owner would be responsible for patching that section of the road that was cut into.
To indefinitely postpone the request for a Right of Way permit for Russ Pion to provide water service at 140 Bradley Street while the road is under moratorium until July 31, 2027
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to indefinitely postpone the request for a Right of Way permit for Russ Pion to provide water service at 140 Bradley Street while the road is under moratorium until July 31, 2027; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor F. JOINT MEETING WITH PLANNING BOARD: Interview R. Michael Bingham for consideration of appointment to the Planning Board David Sullivan, Planning Board Chair, stated that the Planning Board did not have a quorum, so this matter will have to be postponed indefinitely. J. Sulliva.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
F JOINT MEETING WITH PLANNING BOARD: Interview R. Michael Bingham for consideration of appointment to the Planning Board
To postpone the joint meeting with the Planning Board
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to postpone the joint meeting with the Planning Board; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote 5-0 all in favor G. JOINT MEETING WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS (DPW) BUILDING COMMITTEE: Discussion and update of the new DPW building project John Pozzi, 44 Rye Street, Chair of the DPW Building Committee, was present to provide an update. Dan Tavares, an associate from CGA Project Management (OPM) was present. Marybeth Carney, the Assistant Project Manager, was also p.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
I Consider the approval of open session minutes from June 26, 2024 and July 10, 2024
To approve the open session minutes from June 26, 2024
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to approve the open session minutes from June 26, 2024; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
To approve the open session minutes from July 10, 2024 with a spelling correction on Page 4
Yes: Healy, Hines, Pozzi, ZorraAbstained: Sullivan
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to approve the open session minutes from July 10, 2024 with a spelling correction on Page 4; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was approved. Vote: 4 in favor; 1 abstain (J. Sullivan) OTHER BUSINESS – M. Hines received a letter indicating that a member of the BOS could be a designee for the MBTA advisory board and asked interested individuals to contact her. 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 Warran.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
F Seekonk Public Library Feasibility Study/Building Assessment (P. Pozzi) – A tentative schedule for the week of August 19th has been established to perform work on the corner of the building
At 7:25 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session to reconvene to A) JOINT EXECUTIVE SESSION MEETING WITH PLANNING BOARD: 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 (36 Maple Avenue, AP 31 Lot 477; 46 Pond Street, AP 31, lot 10; 0 Pond Street, AP 32, lot 4; 72 Pond Street, AP 32, Lot 67 and 0 Forrest Avenue AP 31, lot 465); B) To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (1) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion at 7:25 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session to reconvene to A) JOINT EXECUTIVE SESSION MEETING WITH PLANNING BOARD: 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 (36 Maple Avenue, AP 31 Lot 477; 46 Pond Street, AP 31, lot 10; 0 Pond Street, AP 32, lot 4; 72 Pond Street, AP 32, Lot 67 and 0 Forrest Avenue AP 31, lot 465); B) To discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (1) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; C) 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 14; Lots 78 & 96); D) To conduct strategy sessions with respe.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
To enter into open session at 8:55 p.m.
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to enter into open session at 8:55 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favor Pam Pozzi-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michael Healy – Aye, Justin Sullivan – Aye J. Sulliva.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
To approve the agreement concerning the administration of ch 61B option to purchase the Firefly Golf Course property
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to approve the agreement concerning the administration of ch 61B option to purchase the Firefly Golf Course property; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favor Pam Pozzi-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michael Healy – Aye, Justin Sullivan – Aye J. Sulliva.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
To close open session at 8:56 p.m.
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to close open session at 8:56 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
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