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March 28, 2023
6 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Debra Roberts, Stephen Cavey, Joseph Mokrisky, Scott Carrara, Louis Gitto
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the meeting
The motion to open the meeting was made by Mr. Mokrisky and seconded by Mr. Gitto. The motion passed.
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From the minutes
“The motion to open the meeting was made by Mr. Mokrisky and seconded by Mr. Gitto. The motion passed..” (Motion: Mokrisky, second: Gitto)
Approve the six additional changes in the FY24 budget
Mr. Gitto made the motion to approve the six additional changes in the FY24 budget, motion seconded by Mr. Cavey. The board voted 4 yes 1 abstention to approve.
The minutes give only the count (4-0-1), not who voted no or abstained.
From the minutes
“Mr. Gitto made the motion to approve the six additional changes in the FY24 budget, motion seconded by Mr. Cavey. The board voted 4 yes 1 abstention to approve..” (Motion: Gitto, second: Cavey)
Approve the minutes of February 21, 2023 as amended
Mr. Cavey made the motion to approve the minutes of February 21, 2023 as amended, seconded by Mr. Gitto. On the motion, the Board voted 5 yes 0 no.
From the minutes
“Mr. Cavey made the motion to approve the minutes of February 21, 2023 as amended, seconded by Mr. Gitto. On the motion, the Board voted 5 yes 0 no..” (Motion: Cavey, second: Gitto)
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Approve the appointment
Mr. Gitto made the motion to approve the appointment, seconded by Mr. Carrara. The motion passed 5 yes 0 no.
From the minutes
“Mr. Gitto made the motion to approve the appointment, seconded by Mr. Carrara. The motion passed 5 yes 0 no..” (Motion: Gitto, second: Carrara)
Train Station Depot Building - discussion on best use options to be presented on State
Designate the train station as a community center, historical display, 300" celebration, arts, Little Theater
Mr. Cavey made the motion to designate the train station as a community center, historical display, 300" celebration, arts, Little Theater. Mr. Mokrisky seconded the motion. The Board voted 5 yes 0 no.
From the minutes
“Mr. Cavey made the motion to designate the train station as a community center, historical display, 300" celebration, arts, Little Theater. Mr. Mokrisky seconded the motion. The Board voted 5 yes 0 no..” (Motion: Cavey, second: Mokrisky)
Stoughton Media Access Corporation License Renewal
Submit a list of concerns to SMAC, and give the organization 15 days to respond, SMAC and the Town of Stoughton may consult counsel in the preparation of their response to the areas of non-compliance
Mr. Mokrisky made the motion to submit a list of concerns to SMAC, and give the organization 15 days to respond, SMAC and the Town of Stoughton may consult counsel in the preparation of their response to the areas of non-compliance. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cavey. Mr. Gitto commented that this matter has been before the Town for two years and stated that as this is a service important to the Town and finds more time should be granted for a response. Mr. Gitto suggested that the public be engaged in the process. He expressed concern that one person was in charge. Mr. Mokrisky objected, noting that his role was to simply to discover the points of the professional agreement and to present the facts. He agreed to a time extension. Mr. Gitto said let's put together a plan, involve the public, ask the attorneys to meet. Mr. Cavey agreed to the extension of time to 45 days. The time frame will permit SMAC and the Town to find common ground. The rate payers need to be assured that the service they pay for is what they in fact receive. Chair Roberts expressed her agreement noting that input from all Board Members and the Town Manager is expected. Mr. Carrara thanked Mr. Mokrisky for his efforts stating that SMAC had excluded the Board. Mr. Calter added his thanks to Mr. Mokrisky for taking the lead and demonstrating the willingness to review the services offered by SMAC. There will be a public forum to address legitimate concerns from the community. Ms. Roberts asked Mr. Stagnon
From the minutes
“Mr. Mokrisky made the motion to submit a list of concerns to SMAC, and give the organization 15 days to respond, SMAC and the Town of Stoughton may consult counsel in the preparation of their response to the areas of non-compliance. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cavey. Mr. Gitto commented that this matter has been before the Town for two years and stated that as this is a service important to the Town and finds more time should be granted for a response. Mr. Gitto suggested that the public be engaged in the process. He expressed concern that one person was in charge. Mr. Mokrisky objected, noting that his role was to simply to discover the points of the professional agreement and to present the facts. He agreed to a time extension. Mr. Gitto said let's put together a plan, involve the public, ask the attorneys to meet. Mr. Cavey agreed to the extension of time to 45 days. The time frame will permit SMAC and the Town to find common ground. The rate payers need to be assured that the service they pay for is what they in fact receive. Chair Roberts expressed her agreement noting that input from all Board Members and the Town Manager is expected. Mr. Carrara thanked Mr. Mokrisky for his efforts stating that SMAC had excluded the Board. Mr. Calter added his thanks to Mr. Mokrisky for taking the lead and demonstrating the willingness to review the services offered by SMAC. There will be a public forum to address legitimate concerns from the community. Ms. Roberts asked Mr. Stagnone, President of SMAC, to respond to the decision by the Board. Mr. Stagnone thanked the Board for the time frame and said SMAC would attempt to respond prior to the end of 45 days. Mr. Mokrisky amended his previous motion to state that SMAC would be sent a list of concerns over non-compliance and given forty-five days to respond with an action plan. Mr. Carrara seconded the motion. The motion carried 5 yes on roll call vote..” (Motion: Mokrisky, second: Cavey)
From the Stoughton Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Select Board member photos: video stills from Stoughton Media Access Corporation (SMAC, Stoughton’s local cable TV), each from a program that names the member on screen: Joseph Mokrisky from “Community Forum - Joe Mokrisky - Chairman of Select Board” (2021); Debra Roberts from “Stoughton Politics with...This Guy: Talking with Debra Roberts” (2025); Stephen Cavey from “Stoughton Politics with... This Guy: Interview with Select Board Chair Stephen Cavey” (2025); Scott Carrara from “Community Forum - Scott Carrara - Running for Stoughton Board of Selectmen” (2021); Lori Jacques from “A Lioness & You on the Watch: Interview with Select Board Candidate Lori Jacques” (2026). Former members show initials.
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