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December 3, 2025
20 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Michelle A. Hines, Gary Sagar, Pamela Pozzi, Michael P. Healy, Christopher Zorra
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Consider the conditional offer of employment for Jennifer Lomas for the position of Part- Time Kennel Worker
To appoint Jennifer Lomas to 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 and completion of all pre-employment paperwork
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Jennifer Lomas to 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 and completion of all pre-employment paperwork; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 2. Consider accepting a donation to the Seekonk Animal Shelter in the amount of $1000 from the Employee's Community Services Association of Electric Boat Corporation, Quonset Point Facility Police Chief Enos, who oversees the Animal Control Department, was present and noted that the shelter regularly receives numerous donations. He requested that this donatio.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sagar)
Consider accepting a donation to the Seekonk Animal Shelter in the amount of $1000 from the Employee's Community Services Association of Electric Boat Corporation, Quonset
To accept the donation to the Seekonk Animal Shelter in the amount of $1000 from the Employee's Community Services Association of Electric Boat Corporation, Quonset Point Facility
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to accept the donation to the Seekonk Animal Shelter in the amount of $1000 from the Employee's Community Services Association of Electric Boat Corporation, Quonset Point Facility; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor. 3. Consider the conditional offer of employment to Brandon Cordeiro for the position of Department of Public Works, Truck Driver/Laborer DPW Superintendent Dave Cabral was present and reported on the recent hiring process. He explained that interviews were conducted on November 20th by a panel consisting of Mr. Cadime, Jim Halpin, and himself. The candidate.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Pozzi)
Consider the conditional offer of employment to Brandon Cordeiro for the position of Department of Public Works, Truck Driver/Laborer
To appoint Brandon Cordeiro to the position of DPW Truck Driver/Laborer subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage as determined by the Town Administrator of a pre-employment background and CORI check, physical examination and 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 appoint Brandon Cordeiro to the position of DPW Truck Driver/Laborer subject to and conditioned upon his successful passage as determined by the Town Administrator of a pre-employment background and CORI check, physical examination and drug screening, obtainment of a Class B CDL within one year of hire and completion of all pre- employment paperwork; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor. G. Sagar inquired whether there are any additional vacancies within the DPW. Mr. Cabral responded that there are three, possibly four, remaining vacancies; however, further details were inaudible. Community Speaks – Nobody was present to speak.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sagar)
A License Hearing: Consider the request for a Class II Motor Vehicle License, for K & A Auto Sales, 190 Taunton Avenue, Chu Hong Kim to be the Manager
To approve the request for a Class II Motor Vehicle License, for K & A Auto Sales, 190 Taunton Avenue, Chu Hong Kim to be the Manager
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the request for a Class II Motor Vehicle License, for K & A Auto Sales, 190 Taunton Avenue, Chu Hong Kim to be the Manager; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Mr. Kim stated that he was originally informed he would be permitted 28 spaces and expressed concern that 23 vehicles would not be sufficient for his business needs. M. Hines clarified that the approval allows for the sale of 23 vehicles, with an additional 5 spaces designated for employee and customer parking. Mr. Kim asked whether he could apply for additio.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Pozzi)
B License Hearing: Consider the request for a change of manager for RARE Hospitality International Inc., d/b/a Longhorn Steakhouse #5518, 80 Highland Avenue, Daniel Longo, to be
To approve the request for a change of manager for RARE Hospitality International Inc., d/b/a Longhorn Steakhouse #5518, 80 Highland Avenue, Daniel Longo, to be manager
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the request for a change of manager for RARE Hospitality International Inc., d/b/a Longhorn Steakhouse #5518, 80 Highland Avenue, Daniel Longo, to be manager; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Mr. Longo addressed the Board, noting that while they require TIPS certification for bartenders and servers, his business provides its own internal training. He asked whether there were any steps they could take to enhance their existing program so that staff would not be required to complete the TIPS certification. Mr. Cadime requested additional information.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Pozzi)
E Update on the Department of Public Works Winter Preparations for 2025-2026
To extend the $1,000 plow driver incentive through to December 31st
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to extend the $1,000 plow driver incentive through to December 31st; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
G Sagar also inquired about the "Discovering Sowams" map included in the packet, specifically asking about the location of the Palmer River Cemetery in Seekonk.
To in support the resolve for the designation of the Sowams Heritage Area as a National Heritage Area by the Congress of the United States of America
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion in support the resolve for the designation of the Sowams Heritage Area as a National Heritage Area by the Congress of the United States of America; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor G. 2026 LICENSE RENEWAL HEARING – see attached list of renewal applications' business names and addresses Amusement Facilities – Place of Public Amusement 1. Bristol County Stadium, d/b/a Seekonk Speedway 1782 Fall River Avenue 2. Grand Prix 1098 Fall River Avenue 3. MP Milling Co. d/b/a Old Grist Mill Tavern 390 Fall River Avenue G. Saga.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
MP Milling Co. d/b/a Old Grist Mill Tavern 390 Fall River Avenue
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Common Victualler 1. Antonio's Pizza 1200 Fall River Ave 2. Bentley Donuts, LLC – Dunkin' Donuts 822 Fall River Ave 3. Burger King 1009 Fall River Ave.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Wendy's 8 Highland Ave
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Class I Motor Vehicle Licenses 1. Asbury Seekonk HON, LLC. d/b/a Herb Chambers Honda Seekonk 185 Taunton Ave 2. Motorsports Nation 3-5 Progress Street 3. Tasca Automotive Group 1 135 Taunton Avenue 4. Tasca Automotive Group 2 200 Fall River Avenue.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Tasca Automotive Group 2 200 Fall River Avenue
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Class II Motor Vehicle Licenses 1. Adaptive Mobility 1551 Fall River Avenue 2. Advanced Towning, Inc 45C Woodland Ave 3. The Car Palace 14 Taunton Avenue & 1727 Fall River Avenue 4. Dorman's Auto 728 Fall River Avenue 5. Grady's Auto 250 Pine Street 6. Import Classics, LLC. 235 Taunton Avenue 7. Inmotion Motorsports, LLC. 1420 Fall River Ave 8. Kenneth Provos.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Wayside Auto Sales Company, Inc. 1651-1655 Fall River Ave
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Class III Motor Vehicle Licenses 1. Grady's Auto 250 Pine Street 2. Trustworthy Auto 246 Pine Street.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Trustworthy Auto 246 Pine Street
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Antiques & Second-Hand License 1. Synergy Metals 1741 Fall River Avenue G. Saga.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Synergy Metals 1741 Fall River Avenue
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Amusement Machine Licenses 1. Seekonk Grand Prix, Inc. 1098 Fall River Ave 2. National Entertainment Network LLC. d/b/a Ollie's 140 Taunton Ave 3. National Entertainment Network LLC. d/b/a Price Rite 140 Taunton Ave 4. Funcity Trampoline 1275 Fall River Ave G. Saga.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Funcity Trampoline 1275 Fall River Ave
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Alcohol – Club License 1. Seekonk Columbus Corp d/b/a Knights of Columbus, Seekonk Council #5108 32 Arcade Ave G. Saga.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Seekonk Columbus Corp d/b/a Knights of Columbus, Seekonk Council #5108 32 Arcade Ave
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Chardonnay's 393 Taunton Avenue
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Alcohol – Wine & Malt 1. Popular Pizza, LLC d/b/a Popular Pizza 24 Olney Street G. Saga.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Popular Pizza, LLC d/b/a Popular Pizza 24 Olney Street
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Alcohol – Package Store 1. Seekonk Liquors, Inc. d/b/a Chris Gasbarro's Fine Wine & Spirits 98 Highland Ave G. Saga.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Seekonk Liquors, Inc. d/b/a Chris Gasbarro's Fine Wine & Spirits 98 Highland Ave
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Alcohol – Wine & Malt Package Store 1. Mormax Corporation d/b/a BJ's Wholesale Club 175 Highland Ave 2. Yugangel, Inc d/b/a Oakhill Mini Mart 545 Central Ave 3. Priya Fuel Corp 960 Fall River Ave.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Priya Fuel Corp 960 Fall River Ave
To approve the aforementioned licenses
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the aforementioned licenses; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
M Hines and G. Sagar added that committees could schedule meetings earlier in the week or at an earlier time if they plan ahead and coordinate accordingly.
To change the start time of Town Meeting (including Special Town Meetings)
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to change the start time of Town Meeting (including Special Town Meetings); it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Community speaks – nobody was present to speak OTHER BUSINESS – The second A and B on Executive Session will be postponed until the next meeting. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: A. Improved Capital Projects Approved projects and capital items from Town Meetings are summarized as follows: May 2024 Capital Projects: o Library Server and VMware ($30,000): Complet.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
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