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August 7, 2024
12 recorded votes, 0 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
Promotion of Firefighter Adam Clement to the position of Lieutenant
To promote Firefighter Adam Clement to the position of Lieutenant
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to promote Firefighter Adam Clement to the position of Lieutenant; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Kristen L'Heureux, Town Clerk, was present to perform the swearing-in ceremony. Firefighter Adam Clement's Nephew, James, and Deputy Fire Chief Retired Alan Grocott were present to pin his badge. 2. Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment for Joshua Helton for the position of Firefighter Lateral Transfer Fire Chief Whalen was present to recognize the out.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment for Joshua Helton for the position of Firefighter Lateral Transfer
That the Board of Selectmen appoint Joshua Helton to the position of Firefighter Paramedic for the Fire Department subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of the following: 1) successful completion of Attachment A in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Town of Seekonk and IAFF Local 1931; 2) pre-employment background check; 3) satisfactory CORI check; 4) completion of all pre-employment paperwork; 5) physical examination with drug screening
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion that the Board of Selectmen appoint Joshua Helton to the position of Firefighter Paramedic for the Fire Department subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of the following: 1) successful completion of Attachment A in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Town of Seekonk and IAFF Local 1931; 2) pre-employment background check; 3) satisfactory CORI check; 4) completion of all pre-employment paperwork; 5) physical examination with drug screening; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 3. Consider the Conditional offer of Employment for Chantal Delioncourt for the position of Part-Time Kennel Worker Andrea Russo, Animal Control Officer, summarized the interviews and application process. Chantal was interviewed on July 26, 2024. She performed well during her interview and expressed a high level of interest in the position. Chantal has volunt.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
Consider the Conditional offer of Employment for Chantal Delioncourt for the position of Part-Time Kennel Worker
To offer a Conditional offer of employment for Chantal Delioncourt for the position of Part-Time Kennel Worker subject to and conditioned upon her successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background and CORI check, all pre-employment paperwork
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to offer a Conditional offer of employment for Chantal Delioncourt for the position of Part-Time Kennel Worker subject to and conditioned upon her successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background and CORI check, all pre-employment paperwork; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
S Cadime's recommendation was as stated by Chief Enos.
That the Board of Selectmen appoint Matthew Camara to the position of full-time Police Officer for the Police Department subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of the following: completion of a satisfactory background check; physical examination, with drug screening; psychological screening; MPTC Physical Fitness test; obtain and maintain a Massachusetts License to Carry; fulfillment of all statutory requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission to become a Certified Law Enforcement Officer; successful verification of the National Decertification Index; successful passage of the civil service physical ability test; completion and passage of an MPTC or approved ROC Police Academy
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion that the Board of Selectmen appoint Matthew Camara to the position of full-time Police Officer for the Police Department subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of the following: completion of a satisfactory background check; physical examination, with drug screening; psychological screening; MPTC Physical Fitness test; obtain and maintain a Massachusetts License to Carry; fulfillment of all statutory requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission to become a Certified Law Enforcement Officer; successful verification of the National Decertification Index; successful passage of the civil service physical ability test; completion and passage of an MPTC or approved ROC Police Academy; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 5. Consider the appointment of Thomas Silva as the Traffic Constable for the Police Department Police Chief Enos explained that Traffic Constables supplement sworn detail officers in traffic det.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
Consider the appointment of Thomas Silva as the Traffic Constable for the Police Department
To appoint Thomas Silva to the position of Traffic Constable
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Thomas Silva to the position of Traffic Constable; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 6. Consider the appointment of Michael Puhacz as a Traffic Constable for the Police Department Police Chief Enos stated that, for the same reasons, he requests to have Michael Puhacz appointed as a Traffic Constable for the Police Department Administrator Cadime's recommendation was as stated by Chief Enos. C. Zorr.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
Consider the appointment of Michael Puhacz as a Traffic Constable for the Police Department
To appoint Michael Puhacz to the position of Traffic Constable
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Michael Puhacz to the position of Traffic Constable; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 7. Consider the appointment of Brandon Ferreri as a Traffic Constable for the Police Department Police Chief Enos stated that lastly, through Mr. Cadime, he wished that Brandon Ferreri also be appointed as a Traffic Constable for the Police Department. Administrator Cadime's recommendation was as stated by Chief Enos. C. Zorr.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
Consider the appointment of Brandon Ferreri as a Traffic Constable for the Police Department
To appoint Brandon Ferreri to the position of Traffic Constable
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Brandon Ferreri to the position of Traffic Constable; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor COMMUNITY SPEAKS – Nobody was present to speak. GENERAL BUSINES.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
M Hines states that her opinion, since the contractor is extending the bond out for an extra year which usually isn't done, she would recommend they, the board, approve the straight line from
To allow for Mr. Pion at 140 Bradley Street to allow contractors to install water line designated from the Northwest corner of his house straight out to the road, and allow Mr. Cabral to sign the permit
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to allow for Mr. Pion at 140 Bradley Street to allow contractors to install water line designated from the Northwest corner of his house straight out to the road, and allow Mr. Cabral to sign the permit. It was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Healy)
D Consider establishing a date for Fall Town Meeting
To set the Fall Town Meeting for November 18, 2024 at 7pm, at Seekonk High School
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to set the Fall Town Meeting for November 18, 2024 at 7pm, at Seekonk High School and it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved.. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Pozzi)
E Consider opening the Annual Fall Town Meeting Warrant
To open the Annual Fall Town Meeting Warrant effective August 7, 2024 and close it on September 27, 2024
From the minutes
“J. Sullivan made a motion to open the Annual Fall Town Meeting Warrant effective August 7, 2024 and close it on September 27, 2024 it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sullivan, second: Healy)
M Hines advised all to look on-line for names of candidates to see who they'd like to vote for.
That all sign the warrant for the State Primary Election
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion that all sign the warrant for the State Primary Election, it was seconded by M. Healy and it was unanimously approved Vote 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Zorra)
G Consider the approval of open session minutes for July 24, 2024
To approve the open session minutes from July 24, 2024
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to approve the open session minutes from July 24, 2024; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor OTHER BUSINESS – Discuss other topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chairman 48 hours before the meeting – Nothing to discuss. 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 R.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
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