MassVoter.com← Swansea Board of SelectmenSwansea Board of Selectmen · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting
March 6, 2020
4 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Steven H. Kitchin, Christopher R. Carreiro, Derek W. Heim
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
File a lawsuit on behalf of the Board of Selectmen and Scott Barbato, in his capacity as Building Commissioner and Zoning Enforcement Officer, challenging the Zoning Board of Appeals on decision numbe
To file a lawsuit on behalf of the Board of Selectmen and Scott Barbato, in his capacity as Building Commissioner and Zoning Enforcement Officer, challenging the Zoning Board of Appeals on decision number 3049, filed on or about February 24, 2020, granting a special permit and variance to Bruno and Melissa Alfonso. 2 IN FAVOR, 1 ABSTENTION (Mr. Carriero). SPECIAL TOWN MEETING ARTICLES - MARCH 23, 2020 (ATTACHED) -Review -Approve Mr. Purcell noted one change could not be included on March 3"'s warrant because the Chairman of the Advisory and Finance Committee (““A&F”) had suggested an article transferring free cash into A&F's reserve fund. He stated there were two extraordinary expenses that drew $42,000 out of the reserve fund, leaving approximately $58,000 remaining. Due to the virus, he wanted to backfill this amount in case it was needed in the future. Mr. Kitchin said that he would l
The minutes do not record a vote for this motion.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim, and seconded by Mr. Kitchin, to file a lawsuit on behalf of the Board of Selectmen and Scott Barbato, in his capacity as Building Commissioner and Zoning Enforcement Officer, challenging the Zoning Board of Appeals on decision number 3049, filed on or about February 24, 2020, granting a special permit and variance to Bruno and Melissa Alfonso. 2 IN FAVOR, 1 ABSTENTION (Mr. Carriero). SPECIAL TOWN MEETING ARTICLES - MARCH 23, 2020 (ATTACHED) -Review -Approve Mr. Purcell noted one change could not be included on March 3"'s warrant because the Chairman of the Advisory and Finance Committee (““A&F”) had suggested an article transferring free cash into A&F's reserve fund. He stated there were two extraordinary expenses that drew $42,000 out of the reserve fund, leaving approximately $58,000 remaining. Due to the virus, he wanted to backfill this amount in case it was needed in the future. Mr. Kitchin said that he would like it to be clear to residents that A&F retains control over this account and can only expend funds in unexpected or emergency situations..” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Recommend for approval the placement of Article #9 on the warrant
To recommend for approval the placement of Article #9 on the warrant
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Carreiro, and seconded by Mr. Heim, to recommend for approval the placement of Article #9 on the warrant. ALL IN FAVOR -- UNANIMOUS Mr.” (Motion: Carreiro, second: Heim)
Move forward with Article 10 as presented on the warrant, renumbering with the caveat that the Scribner's error the Board of Selectmen will be removed for the Special Town Meeting
To move forward with Article 10 as presented on the warrant, renumbering with the caveat that the Scribner's error the Board of Selectmen will be removed for the Special Town Meeting
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim, seconded by Mr. Kitchin, to move forward with Article 10 as presented on the warrant, renumbering with the caveat that the Scribner's error the Board of Selectmen will be removed for the Special Town Meeting. ALL IN FAVOR - 2 IN FAVOR, 1 ABSTENTION Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Adjourn
To adjourn
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim, seconded by Mr. Carreiro, to adjourn ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Adjourned at 9:12 a.” (Motion: Heim, second: Carreiro)
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