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July 22, 2026
16 recorded votes, 2 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
- R. Archambault recused)
Every vote, in order
Following the interview process, the panel selected Ms. Moore based on several qualifications and
To extend a Conditional Offer of Employment to Joslyn Moore for the position of full-time Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher subject to and conditioned upon her successful passage as determined by the Town Administrator of a pre-employment background and CORI check, physical examination and drug screening, psychological Page 2 of 27 Select Board July 22, 2026 examination, completion of all pre-employment paperwork and successful completion of all certifications required to be a 911 telecommunicator for the Town
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to extend a Conditional Offer of Employment to Joslyn Moore for the position of full-time Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher subject to and conditioned upon her successful passage as determined by the Town Administrator of a pre-employment background and CORI check, physical examination and drug screening, psychological.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Healy)
A Consider the request to lay out the roadway known as Madison Court and forward to the Planning Board for a recommendation for possible acceptance at the Fall Town Meeting
To lay out the roadway known as Madison Court and forward to the Planning Board for a recommendation for possible acceptance at the Fall Town Meeting
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to lay out the roadway known as Madison Court and forward to the Planning Board for a recommendation for possible acceptance at the Fall Town Meeting; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
B Consider and sign the September 1, 2026 State Primary Election Warrant
To approve and sign the September 1, 2026 State Primary Election Warrant
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to approve and sign the September 1, 2026 State Primary Election Warrant; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Healy)
C Discuss Early Voting Hours
To approve the Early Voting Hours
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to approve the Early Voting Hours; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Archambault)
D Vote to annually appoint election officers in accordance with MGL Ch 54, §12
To annually appoint election officers in accordance with MGL Ch 54, §12
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to annually appoint election officers in accordance with MGL Ch 54, §12; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Healy)
G Consider and authorize the Chair to sign the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Initial Compliance Certification
To authorize the Chair to sign the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Initial Compliance Certification
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to authorize the Chair to sign the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Initial Compliance Certification; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor Item M was taken out of order. M. Cable Licensing: Review, discussion, and potential vote on whether to formally initiate the initial cable television licensing process in the Town to allow for the licensing of additional cable providers in accordance with the Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Cable (DTC) regulations under 207 CMR 3.00. R. Arc.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Archambault)
M Cable Licensing: Review, discussion, and potential vote on whether to formally initiate the initial cable television licensing process in the Town to allow for the licensing of additional
To formally initiate the initial cable television licensing process in the Town to allow for the licensing of additional cable providers in accordance with the Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Cable (DTC) regulations under 207 CMR 3.00. and to waive some of the procedural requirements
The minutes give only the count (4–0), not how each member voted.
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to formally initiate the initial cable television licensing process in the Town to allow for the licensing of additional cable providers in accordance with the Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Cable (DTC) regulations under 207 CMR 3.00. and to waive some of the procedural requirements; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was approved Vote: 4-0 in favor (R. Archambault recused.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
J Consider acceptance of the $253,284.05 Grant from the MassDOT for the Shared Streets and Spaces Program
To accept the $253,284.05 Grant from the MassDOT for the Shared Streets and Spaces Program
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to accept the $253,284.05 Grant from the MassDOT for the Shared Streets and Spaces Program; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Healy)
O Accept the resignation of Nathan Kowalski from the Department of Public Works, effective July 21, 2026
To accept the resignation of Nathan Kowalski from the Department of Public Works, effective July 21, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the resignation of Nathan Kowalski from the Department of Public Works, effective July 21, 2026; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Archambault)
P Accept the resignation of Jeremy Thiboutot from the position of IT Specialist Analyst, effective August 6, 2026
To accept the resignation Jeremy Thiboutot from the position of IT Specialist Analyst, effective August 6, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the resignation Jeremy Thiboutot from the position of IT Specialist Analyst, effective August 6, 2026; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Archambault)
Q Accept the letter of retirement from Costantino Natale from the Seekonk Police Department, effective August 1, 2026
To accept the letter of retirement from Costantino Natale from the Seekonk Police Department, effective August 1, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the letter of retirement from Costantino Natale from the Seekonk Police Department, effective August 1, 2026; it was seconded by R. Archambault, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Archambault)
R Consider the appointment of Jeffrey Mello as per diem Building Commissioner
To appoint Jeffrey Mello as per diem Building Commissioner
Yes: Archambault, Elmasian, Sagar, ZorraNo: Healy
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Jeffrey Mello as per diem Building Commissioner; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was approved Vote: 4-1 in favor (M. Healy – opposed.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Elmasian)
S Consider the appointment of William McDonough as per diem Building Commissioner
To appoint William McDonough as per diem Building Commissioner
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint William McDonough as per diem Building Commissioner; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Elmasian)
T Consider the appointment of Daniel Jarosz as per diem Plumbing Inspector and Gas Inspector
To appoint Daniel Jarosz as per diem Plumbing Inspector and Gas Inspector
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to appoint Daniel Jarosz as per diem Plumbing Inspector and Gas Inspector; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Elmasian)
U Consider approving the open session meeting minutes of July 8, 2026
To accept the open session meeting minutes of July 8, 2026
From the minutes
“R. Archambault made a motion to accept the open session meeting minutes of July 8, 2026; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 5-0 all in favor Community speaks – nobody was present to speak OTHER BUSINESS – R. Archambault asked about the trees located on Aubin Street and noted that the Town has previously removed other trees adjacent to that area. Mr. Cadime explained that approximately 80 trees were planted as part of the subdivision and that many of those trees are now dead or in declining conditio.” (Motion: Archambault, second: Elmasian)
E Medeiros Farm Committee Report (E. Elmasian) – Mr. Cadime stated that the Town is awaiting the completion of the traffic study. He explained that Mr. Aubin met with the Chair to clarify the desired
At 7:17 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session to reconvene in open session for potential contract approval A): To discuss strategy with respect to litigation pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, 21(a)(1) to discuss complaints brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual; B): To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the 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; C): 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; D): Consider approving the Executive Session minutes of July 8, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion at 7:17 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session to reconvene in open session for potential contract approval A): To discuss strategy with respect to litigation pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, 21(a)(1) to discuss complaints brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual; B): To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the 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; C): 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; D): Consider approving the Executive Session minutes of July 8, 2026; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved. Roll Call Vote: 5-0 all in favor Chris Zorra-Aye; Michael Healy – Aye, Gary Sagar – Aye; Elizabeth Elmasian – Aye; Robert Archambault – Aye Respectfully submitted, Robert Archambault, Clerk Prepared by: Catherine Testa.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
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