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June 24, 2026
23 recorded votes, 3 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
Every vote, in order
Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment to Abigail Cabral for the position of Human Services Receptionist/Program Assistant
To appoint Abigail Cabral to the position of Human Services Receptionist/Program Assistant subject to and conditioned upon her successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background check, successful CORI check and completion of all pre-employment paperwork
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to appoint Abigail Cabral to the position of Human Services Receptionist/Program Assistant subject to and conditioned upon her successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background check, successful CORI check and completion of all pre-employment paperwork; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor 2. Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment to Michelle Puhacz for the position of Human Services Community Liaison Coordinator Michelle Puhacz was present.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Elmasian)
Consider the Conditional Offer of Employment to Michelle Puhacz for the position of Human Services Community Liaison Coordinator
To appoint Michelle Puhacz to the position of Human Services Community Liaison Coordinator subject to and conditioned upon her successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background check, successful CORI check and completion of all pre-employment paperwork
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to appoint Michelle Puhacz to the position of Human Services Community Liaison Coordinator subject to and conditioned upon her successful passage, as determined by the Town Administrator, of a pre-employment background check, successful CORI check and completion of all pre-employment paperwork; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor 3. Seekonk Board of Library Trustees introduction of our new Library Director, Elise LaForge Alyssa Richard, of Forest Avenue and a member of the Library Board of Trustees, was present with Elise Laforge. Ms. Richard stated that Ms. Laforge has more than 20 years of experience in the library system and welcomed her to the Town. Ms. Laforge stated that she has.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Healy)
Consider the request to change Gary Sagar from full member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to an Alternate Member
To change Gary Sagar from a full member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to an Alternate Member effective July 1
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to change Gary Sagar from a full member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to an Alternate Member effective July 1; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor 6. Consider the request to change Matthew Collins from Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to Full Member M. Heal.” (Motion: Healy, second: Archambault)
Consider the request to change Matthew Collins from Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to Full Member
To change Matthew Collins from an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to a full Member, effective July 1
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to change Matthew Collins from an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to a full Member, effective July 1; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor Community Speaks – Bonnie Deblois, Prospect Street, was present to discuss the speed limit on her road. She thanked the Board for its efforts in lowering the speed limit on Prospect Street, stating that she hopes the change is making a positive difference. Ms. Deblois, again, expressed her appreciation to the Board for its action. Michael Novinson, 100 Brown A.” (Motion: Healy, second: Archambault)
A Consider the request for a Common Victualler License for WS Seekonk LLC., d/b/a Wingstop, 1201 - 1205 Fall River Avenue, Unit 8, Steve Tate is manager
To approve the request for a Common Victualler License for WS Seekonk LLC., d/b/a Wingstop, 1201-1205 Fall River Avenue, Unit 8, Steve Tate is manager
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to approve the request for a Common Victualler License for WS Seekonk LLC., d/b/a Wingstop, 1201-1205 Fall River Avenue, Unit 8, Steve Tate is manager; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
E Elmasian reiterated that her primary concern was maintaining consistency.
To approve the request by Paul Medeiros of the Medeiros family, that Susan Moulton be appointed as an alternate member of the Medeiros Farm Committee, in the event that he is unable to participate as a member due to health considerations
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to approve the request by Paul Medeiros of the Medeiros family, that Susan Moulton be appointed as an alternate member of the Medeiros Farm Committee, in the event that he is unable to participate as a member due to health considerations; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
C Consider the appointment of Constables, Special Police Officers, Detention Attendants and Traffic Constables not requiring disclosure as recommended by the list provided by Police
To appoint Constables, Special Police Officers, Detention Attendants and Traffic Constables not requiring disclosure as recommended by the list provided by Police Chief David Enos, Jr.
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Constables, Special Police Officers, Detention Attendants and Traffic Constables not requiring disclosure as recommended by the list provided by Police Chief David Enos, Jr.; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
D Consider the disclosure of M.G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Special Police Officer Ronald Rickey
To reappoint Ronald Rickey as a Special Police Officer
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to reappoint Ronald Rickey as a Special Police Officer; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
E Consider the disclosure of M.G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the reappointment of Detention Attendant Taylor Cordeiro
To reappoint Taylor Cordeiro as Detention Attendant
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to reappoint Taylor Cordeiro as Detention Attendant; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
F Consider the disclosure of M.G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Detention Attendant Kelly Magill
To reappoint Kelly Magill as Detention Attendant
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to reappoint Kelly Magill as Detention Attendant; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
G Consider the disclosure of M.G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Traffic Constable Jonathan Martel
To reappoint Jonathan Martel as Traffic Constable
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to reappoint Jonathan Martel as Traffic Constable; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
H Consider the disclosure of M.G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Traffic Constable Douglas Young
To reappoint Douglas Young as Traffic Constable
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to reappoint Douglas Young as Traffic Constable; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
I Consider the disclosure of M.G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Traffic Constable James Roy
To reappoint James Roy as Traffic Constable
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to reappoint James Roy as Traffic Constable; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
J Consider the disclosure of M.G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Traffic Constable Kevin English
To reappoint Kevin English as Traffic Constable
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to reappoint Kevin English as Traffic Constable; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
K Consider the disclosure of M.G.L.c. 268A, § 20(f) and the appointment of Traffic Constable Timothy Goodwin
To reappoint Timothy Goodwin as Traffic Constable
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to reappoint Timothy Goodwin as Traffic Constable; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
M Consider the reappointment of Board and Committee members; Board of Health; Board of Registrars; Community Preservation Commission; Conservation Commission; Commission
To reappoint Board and Committee members; Board of Health; Board of Registrars; Community Preservation Commission; Conservation Commission; Commission on Disability; Human Services Council; Taxation Aide Fund Committee; Zoning Board of Appeals (please see the attached detailed list)
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to reappoint Board and Committee members; Board of Health; Board of Registrars; Community Preservation Commission; Conservation Commission; Commission on Disability; Human Services Council; Taxation Aide Fund Committee; Zoning Board of Appeals (please see the attached detailed list); it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
N Accept the resignation of Firefighter Samantha Spatola, from the Seekonk Fire Department effective June 19, 2026
To accept the resignation of Firefighter Samantha Spatola, from the Seekonk Fire Department effective June 19, 2026
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to accept the resignation of Firefighter Samantha Spatola, from the Seekonk Fire Department effective June 19, 2026; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Archambault)
O Accept the FY26 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) for the Seekonk Fire Department, in the amount of $4,140.00, to be used for emergency management supplies
To accept the FY26 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) for the Seekonk Fire Department, in the amount of $4,140.00, to be used for emergency management supplies
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the FY26 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) for the Seekonk Fire Department, in the amount of $4,140.00, to be used for emergency management supplies; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
P Consider signing the deed for 911 Taunton Avenue
To accept the deed for 911 Taunton Avenue
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the deed for 911 Taunton Avenue; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Archambault)
R Joint Meeting with the Medeiros Farm Committee - Discussion of the Medeiros Farm Project and continued discussion regarding awarding the Designer Service Bid for the Medeiros
To confirm no active recreation on the Medeiros Farm property at the corner of Elm Street and Lincoln Street
Yes: Archambault, Elmasian, SagarNo: Healy, Zorra
From the minutes
“E. Elmasian made a motion to confirm no active recreation on the Medeiros Farm property at the corner of Elm Street and Lincoln Street; it was seconded by G. Sagar, and it was approved. Roll Call Vote: 3-2 in favor Chris Zorra – Nay; Michael Healy – Nay, Gary Sagar – Aye; Elizabeth Elmasian – Aye; Robert Archambault – Aye E. Elmasia.” (Motion: Elmasian, second: Sagar)
To authorize the Select Board to commission a traffic study utilizing the master plan
Yes: Archambault, Elmasian, SagarNo: Healy, Zorra
From the minutes
“E. Elmasian made a motion to authorize the Select Board to commission a traffic study utilizing the master plan; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was approved. Roll Call Vote: 3-2 in favor.” (Motion: Elmasian, second: Archambault)
G Sagar and E. Elmasian stated that no further direction would be provided at that time.
To reject the CHA contract for the Medeiros Farm project until a traffic study is completed
Yes: Archambault, Elmasian, SagarNo: Healy, Zorra
From the minutes
“E. Elmasian made a motion to reject the CHA contract for the Medeiros Farm project until a traffic study is completed; it was seconded by R. Archambault and it was approved. Roll Call Vote: 3-2 in favor Chris Zorra – Nay; Michael Healy – Nay, Gary Sagar – Aye; Elizabeth Elmasian – Aye; Robert Archambault – Aye Mr. Sullivan stated that the Medeiros Farm Committee will be taking a recess at 6:57 p.m. to relocate to the Planning Room to approve invoices. The Medeiros Farm Committee reopened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. The Medeiros Farm Committee approved all.” (Motion: Elmasian)
E Medeiros Farm Committee Report (E. Elmasian) – Nothing new at this time
At 7:28 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session not to reconvene in open session A): To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the Page 25 of 26 Select Board June 24, 2026 Superintendent of Public Works 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): 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; C): Consider the approval of Executive Session Minutes for May 27, 2026.
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion at 7:28 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session not to reconvene in open session A): To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
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