MassVoter.com← Seekonk Select BoardSeekonk Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
April 15, 2026
22 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Gary Sagar, Michael P. Healy, Robert Archambault, Christopher Zorra, Elizabeth A. Elmasian
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- R. Archambault recused himself from the discussion
Every vote, in order
Consider the appointment of Thomas Jones to the Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Alternate, term to expire 2028
To appoint Thomas Jones to the Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Alternate, with a term to expire in 2028
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to appoint Thomas Jones to the Zoning Board of Appeals, as an Alternate, with a term to expire in 2028; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 3. Consider the appointment of Jessica Siegel to the Cultural Council, term to expire 2028 Jessica Siegel was present. Mr. Cadime reported that he interviewed Ms. Siegel regarding service on the Cultural Council. He stated that he believes Ms. Siegel would be a valuable asset to the Council and recommended her appointment. C. Zorr.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Elmasian)
Consider the appointment of Jessica Siegel to the Cultural Council, term to expire 2028
To appoint Jessica Siegel to the Cultural Council, with a term to expire in 2028
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Jessica Siegel to the Cultural Council, with a term to expire in 2028; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 4. Consider the appointment of Colt Duckworth, to the Commission on Disability, term to expire 2028 Mr. Duckworth was present. Mr. Cadime reported that he interviewed Mr. Duckworth for appointment to the Commission on Disabilities and recommended that the Board appoint him. C. Zorr.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Elmasian)
Consider the appointment of Colt Duckworth, to the Commission on Disability, term to expire 2028
To appoint Colt Duckworth to the Commission on Disability, with a term to expire in 2028
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Colt Duckworth to the Commission on Disability, with a term to expire in 2028; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 5. Consider the appointment of Jennifer Lomas, from Part Time Kennel Worker, to the position of Full Time Kennel Worker Ms. Lomas was present with Animal Control Officer (ACO) Russo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Elmasian)
Consider the appointment of Jennifer Lomas, from Part Time Kennel Worker, to the position of Full Time Kennel Worker
To appoint Jennifer Lomas from Part Time Kennel Worker to the position of Full Time Kennel Worker
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to appoint Jennifer Lomas from Part Time Kennel Worker to the position of Full Time Kennel Worker; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor 6. Recognition and Proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Communications Director Wunschel was present. G. Sagar read a proclamation recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. The proclamation stated that: when an emergency occurs, the prompt response of police officers, firefighters, and paramedics is critical to the p.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Elmasian)
B Consider the application from Blackstone Subaru, Inc., d/b/a Pride Hyundai, 800 Fall River Avenue Seekonk, MA, requesting an Earth Export permit, under Category 17A of the Town's
To open the public hearing at 6:45 p.m.
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to open the public hearing at 6:45 p.m.; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Greg Estabrooks, Esq., with Kelly, Souza, Parmenter & Resnick, was present to discuss an application for an earth import and export permit under Chapter 17A of the Town Bylaws. He stated that the application is associated with the proposed redevelopment of the former Showcase Cinemas site at 800 Fall River Avenue into a Pride Hyundai dealership. He noted that.” (Motion: Healy, second: Zorra)
To close the public hearing at 6:59 p.m.
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to close the public hearing at 6:59 p.m.; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor M. Heal.” (Motion: Healy, second: Zorra)
To approve the application from Blackstone Subaru, Inc., d/b/a Pride Hyundai, 800 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA, requesting an Earth Import permit, under Category 17B of the Town's Bylaws, to allow the importation and placement of soil, loam, sand, Page 12 of 30 Select Board April 15, 2026 gravel, stone, construction and demolition debris, or other earth material, in an amount of approximately 1,130+ cubic yards of fill at 800 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA and also to approve the application from Blackstone Subaru, Inc., d/b/a Pride Hyundai, 800 Fall River Avenue Seekonk, MA, requesting an Earth Export permit, under Category 17A of the Town's Bylaws, to allow the removal of soil, loam, sand, gravel, stone or other earth material, in an amount of approximately 148+ cubic yards of cut at 800 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA with the stipulation that before the permit is granted, a truck ro
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to approve the application from Blackstone Subaru, Inc., d/b/a Pride Hyundai, 800 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA, requesting an Earth Import permit, under Category 17B of the Town's Bylaws, to allow the importation and placement of soil, loam, sand.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
C License Hearing: Consider the request for a Common Victualler license, Change of Ownership for Newport Creamery, 701 Fall River Avenue, Jan Companies is Owner, Alex Calouro is manager.
To approve the Common Victualler license, Change of Ownership for Newport Creamery, 701 Fall River Avenue, Alex Calouro manager
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to approve the Common Victualler license, Change of Ownership for Newport Creamery, 701 Fall River Avenue, Alex Calouro manager; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Archambault)
D Public Hearing: Consider a petition from National Grid and Verizon to locate poles, wires and fixtures and to install 1 JO Pole on Summit Ave/Covel Ave, beginning at a point approximately 28
To close the public hearing at 7:15
Yes: Elmasian, Healy, Sagar, ZorraAbstained: Archambault
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to close the public hearing at 7:15; it was seconded by E. Elmasian and unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 in favor; 1 abstention | R. Archambault abstention.” (Motion: Healy)
To approve a petition from National Grid and Verizon to locate poles, wires and fixtures and to install 1 JO Pole on Summit Ave/Covel Ave, beginning at a point approximately 28 ft Northeast of the centerline of the intersection of Summit Ave and Covel Ave. and to remove the existing tree guy between Pole 3423 and the large tree stump located at 22 Summit Ave
Yes: Elmasian, Healy, Sagar, ZorraAbstained: Archambault
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to approve a petition from National Grid and Verizon to locate poles, wires and fixtures and to install 1 JO Pole on Summit Ave/Covel Ave, beginning at a point approximately 28 ft Northeast of the centerline of the intersection of Summit Ave and Covel Ave. and to remove the existing tree guy between Pole 3423 and the large tree stump located at 22 Summit Ave; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 in favor; 1 abstention | R. Archambault abstentio.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
E Consider the acceptance of FY26 Department of Fire Services (DFS) Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant in the amount of $19,000 to the Seekonk Fire Department
To accept the FY26 Department of Fire Services (DFS) Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant in the amount of $19,000 to the Seekonk Fire Department
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to accept the FY26 Department of Fire Services (DFS) Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant in the amount of $19,000 to the Seekonk Fire Department; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Zorra)
F Consider authorizing the application for the Federal FY25 Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Massachusetts Emergency Management
To authorize the Federal FY25 Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to authorize the Federal FY25 Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG); it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Archambault)
G Consider the re-appointment of Brittney Faria as the Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority (GATRA) representative
To reappoint Brittney Faria as the Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority (GATRA) representative
Yes: Archambault, Healy, Sagar, ZorraNo: Elmasian
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to reappoint Brittney Faria as the Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority (GATRA) representative; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was approved. Vote: 4-1 in favor; 1 opposed | E. Elmasian oppose.” (Motion: Healy, second: Zorra)
H Consider the re-appointment of Dave Cabral to Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) Joint Transportation Planning Group
To reappoint Dave Cabral to Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) Joint Transportation Planning Group
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to reappoint Dave Cabral to Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) Joint Transportation Planning Group; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Zorra)
I Consider the appointment of James Halpin as alternate to Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) Joint Transportation Planning Group
To reappoint James Halpin as alternate to Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) Joint Transportation Planning Group
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to reappoint James Halpin as alternate to Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) Joint Transportation Planning Group; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Zorra)
J Consider the appointment of a Select Board member to the Bristol County Advisory Board
To appoint Robert Archambault to the Bristol County Advisory Board
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to appoint Robert Archambault to the Bristol County Advisory Board; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
K Consider the appointment of Shawn Cadime as the Select Board representative for Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD)
To appoint Shawn Cadime as the Select Board representative for Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD)
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Shawn Cadime as the Select Board representative for Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD); it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor L. FY 27 Budget Hearing: Continued from April 8, 2026 R. Archambault stated that, at the prior meeting, a point of order was raised regarding a potential conflict of interest related to his spouse's employment within the school system. He noted that two opinions were issued by Town Counsel and that he is currently seeking a final determination from the State.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Elmasian)
E Elmasian reiterated concerns regarding retention and professional development, stating that eliminating supervisory positions such as captains could negatively impact retention and
To approve the 3% increase for the school department with the recommended reductions
Yes: Elmasian, Healy, Sagar, ZorraAbstained: Archambault
From the minutes
“E. Elmasian made a motion to approve the 3% increase for the school department with the recommended reductions; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor; 1 abstention | R. Archambault abstained Took items Q & R out of orde.” (Motion: Elmasian, second: Sagar)
N Discussion and assignment of a Select Board member as a TV9 Cable Access representative/liaison
To retain Mr. Healy's position as representative/liaison for TV9 Cable Access
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to retain Mr. Healy's position as representative/liaison for TV9 Cable Access; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Sagar)
E Medeiros Farm Committee Report (J. Sullivan) – Nothing new at this time.
At 8:39 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session to reconvene in open session for potential contract and agreement approval. A): To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the Deputy Police Chief per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (2) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; B): Executive session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss litigation related to 0 Chestnut Street, Plat 16, Lot 82; if discussing the matter in open session will have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigating position and the chair so declares
From the minutes
“G. Sagar made a motion at 8:39 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session to reconvene in open session for potential contract and agreement approval. A): To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the Deputy Police Chief per MGL c 30A § 21(a) (2) as having the discussion in open session would be detrimental to the litigation or bargaining position of the town; B): Executive session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss litigation related to 0 Chestnut Street, Plat 16, Lot 82; if discussing the matter in open session will have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigating position and the chair so declares; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favor E. Elmasian – Aye; R. Archambault – Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Michael Healy – Aye, Gary Sagar – Aye R. Archambaul.” (Motion: Sagar, second: Elmasian)
To enter into open session at 8:58 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
“R. Archambault made a motion to enter into open session at 8:58 p.m.; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 4-0 all in favor E. Elmasian – Aye; R. Archambault – Aye; Chris Zorra-Aye; Gary Sagar – Aye E. Elmasia.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Zorra)
To adjourn open session at 8:58 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
“E. Elmasian made a motion to adjourn open session at 8:58 p.m.; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved.” (Motion: Elmasian, second: Archambault)
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