MassVoter.com← Seekonk Select BoardSeekonk Select Board · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
February 18, 2026
8 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
Absent: Christopher Zorra
Every vote, in order
Consider the appointment of Gary M. Jones, Jr. to the Parks and Recreation Committee,
To appoint Gary Jones, Jr. to the Parks and Recreation Committee, term to expire 2026
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to appoint Gary Jones, Jr. to the Parks and Recreation Committee, term to expire 2026; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor 5. Consider the appointment of Matthew Collins to the Zoning Board of Appeals, term to expire 2027 Matthew Collins was unable to be present; however, Mr. Cadime noted that his recommendation was to appoint Matthew Collins to the Zoning Board of Appeals as an alternate member, with a term to expire.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Consider the appointment of Matthew Collins to the Zoning Board of Appeals, term to
To appoint Matthew Collins to the Zoning Board of Appeals as an alternate, term to expire 2027
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to appoint Matthew Collins to the Zoning Board of Appeals as an alternate, term to expire 2027; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor 6. Consider the appointment of Lori Saudade to the Historical Commission, term to expire 2027 Lori Saudade was present. Mr. Cadime noted that he met with her and that she is enthusiastic about bringing forward thoughtful ideas and relevant experience to the Board. He stated that he believes she will be a valuable addition to the Board. G. Saga.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Consider the appointment of Lori Saudade to the Historical Commission, term to expire
To appoint Lori Saudade to the Historical Commission, term to expire 2027
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to appoint Lori Saudade to the Historical Commission, term to expire 2027; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor Community Speaks — nobody was present to speak. General Business: A. Fire Chief presentation and discussion regarding staffing Fire Chief Whalen was present and provided a presentation regarding staffing (See Attachment A). Chief Whalen stated that there has consistently been a need for additional staffing, and as the community continues to grow, that need ha.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
E Consider signing the Town Election Warrant
To sign the Town Election Warrant
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to sign the Town Election Warrant; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor G. Habitat for Humanity discussion of Town Properties Charles Beauchamp (Allen Avenue) was present with Kim Thomas, CEO of Old Colony Habitat for Humanity. Also in attendance was Steven Manni. Ms. Thomas provided a presentation (Attachment B) and explained that the organization is interested in properties on Burnside Avenue and County Street. She reviewed the.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
H Consider the acceptance of the drainage/access easement deed for: Palmer River Road, Rose Ann
To accept the drainage/access easement deed for: Palmer River Road, Rose Ann Court, and Berson Road
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to accept the drainage/access easement deed for: Palmer River Road, Rose Ann Court, and Berson Road; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Healy)
I Consider the acceptance of the Street Acceptance Deed for: Palmer River Road, Rose Ann Court,
To accept the streets known as: Palmer River Road, Rose Ann Court, and Berson Road
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to accept the streets known as: Palmer River Road, Rose Ann Court, and Berson Road; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Healy)
J Consider accepting the Open Session Minutes of January 21, 2026
To accept the Open Session Minutes of January 21, 2026
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to accept the Open Session Minutes of January 21, 2026; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor Community speaks — Elizabeth Elmasian, 681 Newman Avenue, was present to speak about the South End Fire Station Ms. Elmasian asked the Board to vote against removing the South End Fire Station from the ballot, framing her argument in terms of potential liability to the Town. She stated that, in her view, failing to put the question to a public vote could expo.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Pozzi)
E Medeiros Farm Committee Report (J. Sullivan) — Nothing new at this time.
At 8:24 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session not to reconvene in open session for potential contract and agreement approval. A. To conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with the United Steelworkers Supervisors Unit Local 9517-09 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; B. To conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with the United Steelworkers Clerical Unit Local 9517-10 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; C. To conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with DPW AFSCME Council 93 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the t
From the minutes
“Adjournment Sagar made a motion at 8:24 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session not to reconvene in open session for potential contract and agreement approval. A. To conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with the United Steelworkers Supervisors Unit Local 9517-09 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; B. To conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with the United Steelworkers Clerical Unit Local 9517-10 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; C. To conduct a strategy session with respect to negotiations with DPW AFSCME Council 93 per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (3) 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 Minutes of January 21, 2026 it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Pozzi)
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