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August 5, 2026
16 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 conditional offer of employment to Alexis Francis to the position of Full Time Kennel Worker
To extend a Conditional Offer of Employment to Alexis Francis to the position of Full Time Kennel Worker
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to extend a Conditional Offer of Employment to Alexis Francis to the position of Full Time Kennel Worker; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favor 2. Consider the conditional offer of employment to Courtney Monte to the position of Part Time Kennel Worker.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
Consider the conditional offer of employment to Courtney Monte to the position of Part Time Kennel Worker
To extend a Conditional Offer of Employment to Courtney Monte to the position of Part Time Kennel Worker
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to extend a Conditional Offer of Employment to Courtney Monte to the position of Part Time Kennel Worker; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favor 3. Ceremonial Swearing in of Police Officers: Emma Papargiris, Adam Pacheco, Michael Combra Chief Enos introduced the newly appointed Police Officers and provided background information regarding each officer's experience and training. Chief Enos stated that Adam Pacheco is a recent graduate of the Plymouth Police Academy and was sponsored by Simmons College.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
M Healy reviewed the call logs and noted responses occurring on April 1, April 24, May 9, May 15, and
To close the public hearing at 5:35 p.m.
The minutes record this vote as 5–0, all in favor, but list 4 members as present, so we can’t say who voted.
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to close the public hearing at 5:35 p.m.; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved. Vote: 5-0 all in favor Attorney Riley advised the Board that Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 140, Section 59 provides that if the licensing authority finds violations of applicable laws or regulations, the Board may revoke the license. He further stated that he had located an Appeals Court case in which a licensing authority suspended a license due to excessive vehicle storage.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Elmasian)
To temporarily suspend the license for K&A Auto until the Select Board meeting of September 2, 2026
Yes: Elmasian, Healy, SagarNo: Zorra
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to temporarily suspend the license for K&A Auto until the Select Board meeting of September 2, 2026; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was approved Vote: 3-1 in favor (C. Zorra opposed) G. Sagar asked whether Attorney Garland had received the full docket materials provided to the Board. Attorney Garland stated that he had received a letter, copies of site inspections, and redacted emails from the Town Administrator's Office referencing two compliance issues; however, he had not received the Police Department reports. G. Sagar offered to pr.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
B Discussion of the Seekonk Speedway Rules and Regulations
To approve the Seekonk Speedway Rules and Regulations with a change of manager and a signature page
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to approve the Seekonk Speedway Rules and Regulations with a change of manager and a signature page; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favor C. Update from the Veterans Agent regarding the Purple Hart Status for the Town Jim Laflame, Veterans Agent, was present. Mr. Laflame explained that he had spoken with Al Veroas, the Region One Adjutant for the Military Order of the Purple Heart, which encompasses a large region. He stated that Mr. Veroas' goal is to have every city and town in New England rec.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
C Update from the Veterans Agent regarding the Purple Hart Status for the Town
To accept the Town as a Purple Heart Community and purchase 15, $52.00 signs
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to accept the Town as a Purple Heart Community and purchase 15, $52.00 signs; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
D Consider accepting a donation of $100, from Alltrust Credit Union to the Seekonk Fire Department
To accept a donation of $100, from Alltrust Credit Union to the Seekonk Fire Department
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to accept a donation of $100, from Alltrust Credit Union to the Seekonk Fire Department; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
E Consider accepting the donation of a refrigerator for the Cole Street concession stand, from Seekonk Softball
To accept the donation of a refrigerator for the Cole Street concession stand, from Seekonk Softball
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to accept the donation of a refrigerator for the Cole Street concession stand, from Seekonk Softball; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
F Consider accepting the donation of a second batting cage netting, purchased by the Seekonk League
To accept the donation of a second batting cage netting, purchased by the Seekonk League
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to accept the donation of a second batting cage netting, purchased by the Seekonk League; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
G Sagar disagreed. He explained that a leadership meeting was held on June 16th with himself, Mr.
To sign the agreement for survey, design procurement and construction services for improvements to the George R. Martin Elementary School parking lot
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to sign the agreement for survey, design procurement and construction services for improvements to the George R. Martin Elementary School parking lot; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
H Discussion regarding the job description and salary for the position of Human Resources Director
To table the discussion of items H & I to the next board meeting of August 19th in executive session
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to table the discussion of items H & I to the next board meeting of August 19th in executive session; it was seconded by C. Zorra, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Zorra)
J Establish the date of Fall Town Meeting for November 9th and consider opening the warrant
To establish the date of Fall Town Meeting for November 9th and consider opening the warrant with a closing date of September 10th
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to establish the date of Fall Town Meeting for November 9th and consider opening the warrant with a closing date of September 10th; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
K Accept the resignation of Brittney Sarasin from the Seekonk Fire Department effective August 2, 2026
To accept the resignation of Brittney Sarasin from the Seekonk Fire Department effective August 2, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the resignation of Brittney Sarasin from the Seekonk Fire Department effective August 2, 2026; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favor.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
L Update discussion regarding the possible Senior Tax Assistance program
To cancel the August 12th meeting with the Board of Assessors
From the minutes
“M. Healy made a motion to cancel the August 12th meeting with the Board of Assessors; it was seconded by E. Elmasian, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favo.” (Motion: Healy, second: Elmasian)
N Consider accepting the Open Session meeting minutes of July 22, 2026
To accept the Open Session meeting minutes of July 22, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion to accept the Open Session meeting minutes of July 22, 2026; it was seconded by M. Healy, and it was unanimously approved Vote: 4-0 all in favor Community speaks – Doreen Taylor, 101 Forsythe Circle, was present and spoke on behalf of the Friends of the Seekonk Veterans Memorial Park. She stated that the organization intended to provide the funds previously discussed by Mr. Laflame and would contribute an additional $80 toward the purchase of a Purple Heart flag to be flown at Town Hall, bringing the t.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
E Medeiros Farm Committee Report (E. Elmasian) – Mr. Cadime noted that they are working with the Town Planner to conduct a traffic study. They have sent several RFP and have at least two
At 6:55 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session to reconvene in open session for potential contract approval A): To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with Seekonk Firefighters Union IAFF Local 1931 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; B): To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the Page 24 of 24 Select Board August 5, 2026 Assistant Town Administrator/Human Resources Director, Carol-Ann Days, 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): Consider accepting the Executive Session meeting minutes of July 22, 2026
From the minutes
“C. Zorra made a motion at 6:55 p.m. to adjourn open session to enter into executive session to reconvene in open session for potential contract approval A): To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with Seekonk Firefighters Union IAFF Local 1931 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; B): To conduct strategy sessions with respect to negotiations with the.” (Motion: Zorra, second: Healy)
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