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March 18, 2026
19 recorded votes, 5 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 appointment of Aimee Jolie Bean to the Historical Commission, term to expire 2027
To appoint Aimee Jolie Bean to the Historical Commission, term to expires 2027
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to appoint Aimee Jolie Bean to the Historical Commission, term to expires 2027; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 2. Consider the request to change the employment of Katrina Desroches from Full Time Telecommunications Dispatcher to Part Time Mr. Cadime explained that he is seeking the Board's approval to allow Ms. Desroches to transition to a part-time position, as she has accepted a full-time position as Town Clerk in Marion, MA. G. Saga.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Consider the request to change the employment of Katrina Desroches from Full Time Telecommunications Dispatcher to Part Time
To change the employment of Katrina Desroches from Full Time Telecommunications Dispatcher to Part Time
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to change the employment of Katrina Desroches from Full Time Telecommunications Dispatcher to Part Time; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
Board vote to approve the early voting schedule for the April 6, 2026 Annual Town Election
To approve the early voting schedule for April 6, 2026 Annual Town Election
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the early voting schedule for April 6, 2026 Annual Town Election; 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 BUSINESS.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
A Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2027 Department Fees
To open the public hearing at 6:05 p.m.
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to open the public hearing at 6:05 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Mr. Cadime explained that the Board has the fee schedule before them, noting that only two departments have proposed changes - Animal Control and the Department of Public Works - reflected on the first and last pages. The highlighted fees indicate the proposed adjustments. For Animal Control, the changes include fees for dog spay and neuter services, rabies v.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Healy)
To close the public hearing at 6:19 p.m.
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to close the public hearing at 6:19 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor G. Saga.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
To approve the FY 2027 Department Fees
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to approve the FY 2027 Department Fees; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Pozzi)
B Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Hearing
To open the public hearing at 6:20 p.m.
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to open the public hearing at 6:20 p.m.; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Mr. Cadime thanked the department heads for their support throughout the budget process, noting that it is a collective effort, particularly in addressing the budget gap. He stated that all department heads have been cooperative and supportive. Mr. Cadime then reviewed the presentation (Attachment A). He explained that the Town is facing growing fiscal challe.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Sagar)
To close the public hearing at 7:03 p.m. until the next meeting on April 1, 2026 at the Senior Center
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to close the public hearing at 7:03 p.m. until the next meeting on April 1, 2026 at the Senior Center; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor C. E-bike discussion Captain Jardine and Chief Enos were present to discuss e-bike safety and related public concerns. Chief Enos explained that Captain Jardine has been extensively reviewing e-bike usage, which has increased over the past few years, along with related public safety incidents. Captain Jardine stated that while e-bikes are a popular topic, the.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Pozzi)
D Accept the resignation of Patrolman Liam Larkin from the Seekonk Police Department
To accept the resignation of Liam Larkin from the Seekonk Police Department
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the resignation of Liam Larkin from the Seekonk Police Department; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sagar)
E Consider accepting the donation to the Seekonk Animal Shelter from David Lemire, in the amount of $1,000 in memory of Laureen Sheehan
To accept the donation to the Seekonk Animal Shelter from David Lemire, in the amount of $1,000, in memory of Laureen Sheehan
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to accept the donation to the Seekonk Animal Shelter from David Lemire, in the amount of $1,000, in memory of Laureen Sheehan; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor F. Blizzard 2026 post storm impact discussion Deputy Dalessio was present to provide an update on the Town's response to the recent storm. He noted that the Fire Department, in coordination with Police, DPW, and Communications, responded to 43 calls for service during the storm's peak. This required innovative solutions to provide timely medical attention. Th.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Healy)
G Sagar concluded that given the remaining uncertainties with the Wheeler School, he would vote
To award the Designer Service Bid for Medeiros Farm project based on the Building Committee's recommendation after the interviews scheduled for March 11, 2026 and to authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a fee for service
Yes: Healy, Hines, Pozzi, ZorraNo: Sagar
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to award the Designer Service Bid for Medeiros Farm project based on the Building Committee's recommendation after the interviews scheduled for March 11, 2026 and to authorize the Town Administrator to enter into negotiations for a fee for service; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Zorra)
I Consider awarding the bid to CHA Consulting, Inc. for Owner's Project Manager (OPM) services for the Library Building Project and to authorize the Town Administrator to negotiate a fee for
To award the bid to CHA Consulting, Inc., for Owner's Project Manager (OPM) services for the Library Building Project and to authorize the Town Administrator to negotiate a fee for services
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to award the bid to CHA Consulting, Inc., for Owner's Project Manager (OPM) services for the Library Building Project and to authorize the Town Administrator to negotiate a fee for services; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, 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; Gary Sagar – Ay.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Pozzi)
J Consider the Billboard Zoning Bylaw and forward to the Planning Board for a public hearing for possible approval at Town Meeting
To forward the billboard zoning bylaw to the Planning Board for a public hearing for possible approval at Town Meeting
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion to forward the billboard zoning bylaw to the Planning Board for a public hearing for possible approval at Town Meeting; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Pozzi)
L Consider accepting the Open Session meeting minutes of February 4, 2026
To accept the Open Session meeting minutes of February 4, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the Open Session meeting minutes of February 4, 2026; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sagar)
M Consider accepting the Open Session meeting minutes of February 18, 2026
To approve the open session minutes of February 18, 2026
Yes: Healy, Hines, Pozzi, SagarAbstained: Zorra
From the minutes
“M. Hines made a motion to approve the open session minutes of February 18, 2026; it was seconded by P. Pozzi, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 in favor; 1 abstention (C. Zorra) Community speaks – Bob Archambault, 17 Tyringham Road, was present to speak regarding the Medeiros Farm Committee designer selection and procurement process. He expressed some confusion regarding the process outlined in Section 149. Specifically, he noted that he understood the committee's role was to work through the evaluation rubric, r.” (Motion: Hines, second: Pozzi)
E Medeiros Farm Committee Report (J. Sullivan) – Nothing new at this time.
At 9:06 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session to reconvene in open session for potential contract and agreement approval. A): To Discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation pursuant to MGL c 30A §21(a) (3) as having the discussion in Page 24 of 25 Select Board March 18, 2026 open session may have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigating position, and the chair so declares, with respect to: Country Brook Estates, Madison Estates, Ursulas's Way, Hart's Court, Curt St. Extension, Pine Hill Estates, Jacob Hill Estates, Caleb Estates, Holland Woods, Three Ledges, Brigham Farms II, Greenwood Farm, Kathleen Court, Wyatt Strawberry Patch and Orchard Estates. Votes may be taken; B): 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 negotiat
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion at 9:06 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session to reconvene in open session for potential contract and agreement approval. A): To Discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation pursuant to MGL c 30A §21(a) (3) as having the discussion in.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
To enter into open session at 9:44 p.m.
The minutes record this vote as 4–0, all in favor, but list 5 members as present, so we can’t say who voted.
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to enter into open session at 9:44 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 4-0 all in favor Pam Pozzi-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michael Healy – Aye M. Heal.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Healy)
To approve the Purchase and Exchange lease or value of real property pursuant to MGL c30a s21a6 for 911 Taunton Avenue
Yes: Healy, Hines, ZorraNo: PozziGary Sagar is not listed in the roll call for this vote.
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to approve the Purchase and Exchange lease or value of real property pursuant to MGL c30a s21a6 for 911 Taunton Avenue, it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was approved. Roll Call Vote: 3-1 all in favor Pam Pozzi-Nay; Michelle Hines-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michael Healy – Aye P. Pozz.” (Motion: Healy, second: Zorra)
To adjourn open session at 9:45 p.m.
The minutes record this vote as 4–0, all in favor, but list 5 members as present, so we can’t say who voted.
From the minutes
“P. Pozzi made a motion to adjourn open session at 9:45 p.m.; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 4-0 all in favor Pam Pozzi-Aye; Michelle Hines-Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michael Healy – Aye Respectfully submitted, Chris Zorra, Clerk Prepared by: Catherine Testa.” (Motion: Pozzi, second: Healy)
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