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June 10, 2026
13 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Gary Sagar, Michael P. Healy, Christopher Zorra, Elizabeth A. Elmasian
Absent: Robert Archambault
Every vote, in order
Consider the appointment of Robert Stoops to the Capital Improvement Committee, term to expire 2029
To appoint Robert Stoops to the Capital Improvement Committee, term to expire 2029
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to appoint Robert Stoops to the Capital Improvement Committee, term to expire 2029; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
Consider the appointment of David Borts to the Economic Development Committee, term to expire 2029
To appoint David Borts to the Economic Development Committee, term to expire 2029
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to appoint David Borts to the Economic Development Committee, term to expire 2029; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor 3. Consider the appointment of William Clark to the Cultural Council, Effective July 1, 2026, term to expire 2029 Mr. Clark was present. Mr. Cadime stated that he had the opportunity to interview Mr. Clark and noted that the appointment, if approved, would be effective July 1, 2026, with a term set to expire in 2029. Mr. Clark stated that he has served on the.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
Consider the appointment of William Clark to the Cultural Council, Effective July 1, 2026, term to expire 2029
To appoint William Clark to the Cultural Council, Effective July 1, 2026, term to expire 2029
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to appoint William Clark to the Cultural Council, Effective July 1, 2026, term to expire 2029; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
Consider the appointment of Charles Halpin to the Recycling Committee, term to expire 2027
To appoint Charles Halpin to the Recycling Committee, term to expire 2027
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to appoint Charles Halpin to the Recycling Committee, term to expire 2027; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor 5. Transfer the donation of $100 from Human Services to the Veterans' Services account in memory of Eugene B. L'Heureux Sr. Mr. Cadime explained that this donation had been accepted at the previous meeting; however, it was inadvertently designated for Human Services rather than Veterans Services. He stated that the Board was being asked to correct the designa.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
Transfer the donation of $100 from Human Services to the Veterans' Services account in memory of Eugene B. L'Heureux Sr.
To transfer the donation of $100 from Human Services to the Veterans' Services account in memory of Eugene B. L'Heureux Sr.
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to transfer the donation of $100 from Human Services to the Veterans' Services account in memory of Eugene B. L'Heureux Sr.; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor Community Speaks – Nobody was present to speak. General Business.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
A License Hearing: Consider the request for a Change of Manager for Apple New England LLC, d/b/a Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 105 Highland Avenue, Jennifer Terra as manager
To approve the Change of Manager for Apple New England LLC, d/b/a Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 105 Highland Avenue, Jennifer Terra as manager
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to approve the Change of Manager for Apple New England LLC, d/b/a Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 105 Highland Avenue, Jennifer Terra as manager; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
B License Hearing: Consider the request for a Common Victualler license for Asian Flame, Inc., to operate a restaurant at 2 Olney Street, Unit 60, Xinnan Zhou, manager
To approve the request for a Common Victualler license for Asian Flame, Inc., to operate a restaurant at 2 Olney Street, Unit 60, Xinnan Zhou, manager
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to approve the request for a Common Victualler license for Asian Flame, Inc., to operate a restaurant at 2 Olney Street, Unit 60, Xinnan Zhou, manager; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
C Zorra congratulated the owners on their expansion and remarked that they have built a successful business that continues to experience strong customer demand.
To approve the request for a Common Victuallar license for Triple S Craft BBQ LLC., d/b/a Triple S Craft BBQ, 72 Mink Street, Scott Beland is manager
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to approve the request for a Common Victuallar license for Triple S Craft BBQ LLC., d/b/a Triple S Craft BBQ, 72 Mink Street, Scott Beland is manager; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
D Consider accepting the Animal Control Officer Warrant
To accept the Animal Control Officer Warrant
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to accept the Animal Control Officer Warrant; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
E Elmasian reiterated concern regarding the importance of Arcade Avenue as a primary route connecting Route 44 to the northern section of Town and asked whether a firm completion date
To award the contract to J.H. Lynch & Sons
Yes: Healy, ZorraNo: Elmasian, SagarAbsent: Archambault
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to award the contract to J.H. Lynch & Sons; it was seconded by M. Healy, and the motion failed. Roll call vote 2-2: C. Zorra – Aye; E. Elmasian – Nay; M. Healy – Aye; G. Sagar – Nay. Motion failed.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
To award the contract to Pawtucket Hot Mix, with stipulations including enforceable start and completion dates, a penalty clause, and GPI oversight
Yes: Elmasian, SagarNo: Healy, ZorraAbsent: Archambault
From the minutes
“E. Elmasian made a motion to award the contract to Pawtucket Hot Mix, with stipulations including enforceable start and completion dates, a penalty clause, and GPI oversight; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and the motion failed. Roll call vote 2-2: C. Zorra – Nay; E. Elmasian – Aye; M. Healy – Nay; G. Sagar – Aye. Motion failed. E. Elmasian requested additional information from both vendors regarding proposed schedules and project priorities. Mr. Cabral stated that the Board had reached an impasse and offered an alternative option - considering a one-year delay for Arcade Avenue North and South in order to address e.” (Motion: Elmasian, second: Sagar)
K Consider accepting the open session meeting minutes of May 27, 2026
To approve the Open Session meeting minutes of May 27, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to approve the Open Session meeting minutes of May 27, 2026; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 4-0 all in favor Community speaks – nobody was present to speak OTHER BUSINESS – TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: BOARD OF SELECTMEN LIAISON REPORTS AND COMMENTS A. Accounts Payable Warrant – signed. B. TV9 Liaison Report (M. Healy) – Nothing new at this time. D. Bristol County Advisory Board (R. Archambault) – Nothing new at this time. E. Medeiros Farm Committee Report (E. Elmas.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
D Bristol County Advisory Board (R. Archambault) – Nothing new at this time. E. Medeiros Farm Committee Report (E. Elmasian) – Nothing new at this time.
At 7:40 p.m. to adjourn open session until the next meeting on June 24th, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion at 7:40 p.m. to adjourn open session until the next meeting on June 24th, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 4-0 all in favor Chris Zorra-Aye; Michael Healy – Aye, Gary Sagar – Aye; Elizabeth Elmasian – Aye Respectfully submitted, Chris Zorra, (Interim) Clerk Prepared by: Catherine Testa Items Distributed at the June 10, 2026 Select Board Meeting Application regarding the appointment of Robert Stoops to the Capital Improvement Committee, term to expire 2029 Application.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
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