MassVoter.com← Sharon Select BoardSharon Select Board · 2026–2027 Board · Regular meeting
June 23, 2026
13 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Kiana Baskin, Hanna Switlekowski, Xander Shapiro, Pasqualino Pannone, Sam Liao
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Kiana Baskin stepped aside (recused) on the vote to enter executive session.
Every vote, in order
Public Hearing to Modify Traffic Rules & Orders to Allow Storm Conditions No Parking Bans
Open the public hearing to modify traffic rules and orders allowing for no parking bans when storm conditions between November 1 and April 30
Move to open the public hearing to modify traffic rules and orders allowing for no parking bans when storm conditions between November 1 and April 30
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move to open the public hearing to modify traffic rules and orders allowing for no parking bans when storm conditions between November 1 and April 30. Ms. Switlekowski moved, and Ms. Baskin seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Switlekowski, second: Baskin)
Close the public hearing
Move to close the public hearing
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move to close the public hearing. Ms. Switlekowski moved, and Mr. Pannone seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Switlekowski, second: Pannone)
Modify traffic rules and orders section 5 to allow for emergency no parking bans for storm conditions between November 1 and April 30
Move to modify traffic rules and orders section 5 to allow for emergency no parking bans for storm conditions between November 1 and April 30
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move to modify traffic rules and orders section 5 to allow for emergency no parking bans for storm conditions between November 1 and April 30. Ms. Switlekowski moved, and Mr. Pannone seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Switlekowski, second: Pannone)
Public Hearing to Consider Opening Cable Franchise Licensing Process
Open the public hearing to consider opening cable franchise licensing process
Move to open the public hearing to consider opening cable franchise licensing process
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move to open the public hearing to consider opening cable franchise licensing process. Ms. Switlekowski moved, and Mr. Liao seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Switlekowski, second: Liao)
Close the public hearing
Move to close the public hearing
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move to close the public hearing Ms. Switlekowski moved, and Ms. Baskin seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Switlekowski, second: Baskin)
Move for the Select Board to commence and conduct initial licensing process subject to accordance with Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Cable Initial licensing
Move for the Select Board to commence and conduct initial licensing process subject to accordance with Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Cable Initial licensing
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move for the Select Board to commence and conduct initial licensing process subject to accordance with Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Cable Initial licensing. Ms. Baskin moved, and Ms. Switlekowski seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Baskin, second: Switlekowski)
The Town of Sharon be allowed to consider proposed cable licenses without prior issuance of an issuing authority report
Move that the Town of Sharon be allowed to consider proposed cable licenses without prior issuance of an issuing authority report
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move that the Town of Sharon be allowed to consider proposed cable licenses without prior issuance of an issuing authority report Ms. Switlekowski moved, and Mr. Pannone seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Switlekowski, second: Pannone)
The Sharon Town Administrator send letter to MA Dept of Telecommunications and Cable stating the above and requesting waivers as approved by the Select Board
Move that the Sharon Town Administrator send letter to MA Dept of Telecommunications and Cable stating the above and requesting waivers as approved by the Select Board
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move that the Sharon Town Administrator send letter to MA Dept of Telecommunications and Cable stating the above and requesting waivers as approved by the Select Board. Ms. Baskin moved and Mr. Liao seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Baskin, second: Liao)
Discussion of Letter and Proposed Bylaw to Regulate Surveillance Technology
Direct the Police Department and Town Administrator to notify Flock of contract cancellation as of September 12, 2026, and to commit to holding public hearings should the police wish to utilize...
Move to direct the Police Department and Town Administrator to notify Flock of contract cancellation as of September 12, 2026, and to commit to holding public hearings should the police wish to utilize any other surveillance equipment up until and including the next town meeting and to designate a representative to work with the citizens group on potential bylaw that would regulate surveillance
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move to direct the Police Department and Town Administrator to notify Flock of contract cancellation as of September 12, 2026, and to commit to holding public hearings should the police wish to utilize any other surveillance equipment up until and including the next town meeting and to designate a representative to work with the citizens group on potential bylaw that would regulate surveillance. Mr. Pannone moved, and Ms. Baskin seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Pannone, second: Baskin)
Consent Calendar
Approve the consent calendar items 1 and 3 through 9
Move to approve the consent calendar items 1 and 3 through 9
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move to approve the consent calendar items 1 and 3 through 9. Mr. Pannone moved, and Ms. Baskin seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Pannone, second: Baskin)
Approve the appointment of William Heitin as public member and Chair to the Capital Outlay Committee for term expiring June 30, 2027
Move to approve the appointment of William Heitin as public member and Chair to the Capital Outlay Committee for term expiring June 30, 2027
Yes: Baskin, Pannone, Shapiro, SwitlekowskiNo: Liao
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move to approve the appointment of William Heitin as public member and Chair to the Capital Outlay Committee for term expiring June 30, 2027. Ms. Baskin moved, and Mr. Pannone seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: NO 4-1 PASSES.” (Motion: Baskin, second: Pannone)
Select Board Member Reports and Announcements of Community Events of Interest
Accept Recreation Department donation from the Sharon Crescent Credit Union of $5000 for the Summer Lake Concert Series beginning on July 1, 2026
Move to accept Recreation Department donation from the Sharon Crescent Credit Union of $5000 for the Summer Lake Concert Series beginning on July 1, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Move to accept Recreation Department donation from the Sharon Crescent Credit Union of $5000 for the Summer Lake Concert Series beginning on July 1, 2026. Ms. Switlekowski moved; Ms. Baskin seconded the motion. Shapiro: AYE - Switlekowski: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Baskin: AYE - Liao: AYE 5-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Switlekowski, second: Baskin)
Enter Executive Session and Adjourn
Enter executive session
Move to enter executive session
Yes: Liao, Pannone, Shapiro, SwitlekowskiThe roll call lists Kiana Baskin as having stepped aside (recused); Kiana Baskin is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Move to enter executive session Mr. Liao moved, and Mr. Pannone seconded the motion. Baskin: Recuse herself - Switlekowski: AYE - Shapiro: AYE - Pannone: AYE - Liao: AYE 4-0 PASSES.” (Motion: Liao, second: Pannone)
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