MassVoter.com← Swansea Board of SelectmenSwansea Board of Selectmen · 2020–2021 Board · Regular meeting
February 23, 2021
27 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
Open the Public Hearing at 6:38 p.m
To open the Public Hearing at 6:38 p.m
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to open the Public Hearing at 6:38 p.m. ALL IN FAVOR -- UNANIMOUS Attorney Maya Cordeiro was present via Zoom.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Close the Public Hearing at 6:44 p.m
To close the Public Hearing at 6:44 p.m
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Heim to close the Public Hearing at 6:44 p.m. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Heim)
Approve the transfer of an Off- Premise Beer & Wine License to A&M Service Center, d/b/a Gas on the Run
To approve the transfer of an Off- Premise Beer & Wine License to A&M Service Center, d/b/a Gas on the Run
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the transfer of an Off- Premise Beer & Wine License to A&M Service Center, d/b/a Gas on the Run. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS 2 CLASS II LICENSE TRANFER -- A&M SERVICE CENTER, D/B/A GAS ON THE.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Approve the Class II License transfer to A&M Service Center, d/b/a Gas on the Run, with the provision the fence is installed by March 31, 2021
To approve the Class II License transfer to A&M Service Center, d/b/a Gas on the Run, with the provision the fence is installed by March 31, 2021
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Heim to approve the Class II License transfer to A&M Service Center, d/b/a Gas on the Run, with the provision the fence is installed by March 31, 2021. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS EXECUTIVE SESSION M.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Heim)
Enter into executive session
To enter into executive session
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to enter into executive session. ROLL CALL VOTE: Mr. Carreiro - Aye, Mr. Heim - Aye, Mr. Kitchin - Aye. MOTION CARRIES UNANIMOUSLY. The Board will be returning to open session. MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to recess to clear.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Recess to clear the room at 6:23 p.m
To recess to clear the room at 6:23 p.m
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to recess to clear the room at 6:23 p.m. ROLL CALL VOTE: Mr. Carreiro - Aye, Mr. Heim - Aye, Mr. Kitchin - Aye. MOTION CARRIES UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to reconvene at 7:00 p.m. RATIFY POLICE CHIEF CONTRACT Mrs. Aron.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Reconvene at 7:00 p.m. RATIFY POLICE CHIEF CONTRACT Mrs. Aronstein stated the Board of Selectmen and Mr. Haslam have successfully completed contract negotiations. Mr. Heim stated this contract was in
To reconvene at 7:00 p.m. RATIFY POLICE CHIEF CONTRACT Mrs. Aronstein stated the Board of Selectmen and Mr. Haslam have successfully completed contract negotiations. Mr. Heim stated this contract was in the best interest of both parties. Mr. Kitchin stated this contract was fair to all concerned
The minutes do not record a vote for this motion.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to reconvene at 7:00 p.m. RATIFY POLICE CHIEF CONTRACT Mrs. Aronstein stated the Board of Selectmen and Mr. Haslam have successfully completed contract negotiations. Mr. Heim stated this contract was in the best interest of both parties. Mr. Kitchin stated this contract was fair to all concerned..” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Appoint Mr. Marc Haslam as Chief of Police and approve the contract as presented
To appoint Mr. Marc Haslam as Chief of Police and approve the contract as presented
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to appoint Mr. Marc Haslam as Chief of Police and approve the contract as presented. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS 3 MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Take Item Six out of order
To take Item Six out of order
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to take Item Six out of order. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS APPOINTMENT - RESERVE POLICE OFFICER - EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 23, 2021.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Appoint Mr. George Arruda of Westport, MA as a reserve officer for the Swansea Police Department, effective February 23, 2021
To appoint Mr. George Arruda of Westport, MA as a reserve officer for the Swansea Police Department, effective February 23, 2021
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to appoint Mr. George Arruda of Westport, MA as a reserve officer for the Swansea Police Department, effective February 23, 2021. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS FY2022 BUDGETS 422 - Highway Department Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Table 422 - Highway Budget as presented
To table 422 - Highway Budget as presented
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to table 422 - Highway Budget as presented. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS 4 220 - Fire Department Budget Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Approve $644,271 for personal services and $252,150 for expenses, Budget 220 - Fire Department, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $644,271 for personal services and $252,150 for expenses, Budget 220 - Fire Department, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Heim to approve $644,271 for personal services and $252,150 for expenses, Budget 220 - Fire Department, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS 291 - Emergency Management MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Heim)
Approve $2,000 for personal services and $11,150 for expenses, Budget 291 - Emergency Management, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $2,000 for personal services and $11,150 for expenses, Budget 291 - Emergency Management, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Heim to approve $2,000 for personal services and $11,150 for expenses, Budget 291 - Emergency Management, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR -- UNANIMOUS 141 - Tax Assessors Mrs.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Heim)
Table Budget 141 - Assessors
To table Budget 141 - Assessors
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Heim to table Budget 141 - Assessors. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS 123 - Town Hall Mrs.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Heim)
Approve $52,591 for personal services and $80,300 for expenses, Budget 123 - Town Hall, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $52,591 for personal services and $80,300 for expenses, Budget 123 - Town Hall, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Heim to approve $52,591 for personal services and $80,300 for expenses, Budget 123 - Town Hall, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS 241 - Building Inspector MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Heim)
Approve $207,378 for personal services and $26,700 for expenses, Budget 241 - Building Inspector, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $207,378 for personal services and $26,700 for expenses, Budget 241 - Building Inspector, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve $207,378 for personal services and $26,700 for expenses, Budget 241 - Building Inspector, and recommend to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS 5 176 - Zoning Board of Appeals MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Table Budget 176 - Zoning Board of Appeals
To table Budget 176 - Zoning Board of Appeals
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to table Budget 176 - Zoning Board of Appeals. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Approve the Minutes of January 12, 2021
To approve the Minutes of January 12, 2021
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the Minutes of January 12, 2021. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Approve the Minutes of January 26, 2021
To approve the Minutes of January 26, 2021
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the Minutes of January 26, 2021. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Approve the Minutes of February 9, 2021
To approve the Minutes of February 9, 2021
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the Minutes of February 9, 2021 ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Approve, but not release the Executive Session Minutes of January 26, 2021
To approve, but not release the Executive Session Minutes of January 26, 2021
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Heim to approve, but not release the Executive Session Minutes of January 26, 2021. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Heim)
Approve, but not release the Executive Session Minutes of February 9, 2021
To approve, but not release the Executive Session Minutes of February 9, 2021
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Heim to approve, but not release the Executive Session Minutes of February 9, 2021. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT Award of surplus properties: 69 Louis S.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Heim)
Award 69 Louis Street to Peter Saulino for $61,950, contingent upon successful permitting
To award 69 Louis Street to Peter Saulino for $61,950, contingent upon successful permitting
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to award 69 Louis Street to Peter Saulino for $61,950, contingent upon successful permitting. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Award 34 Maplewood Avenue to Jonathan & Nancy Roberts for $43,895
To award 34 Maplewood Avenue to Jonathan & Nancy Roberts for $43,895
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to award 34 Maplewood Avenue to Jonathan & Nancy Roberts for $43,895. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS ' MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Award 175 Wilbur Avenue to Dennis Leonardo for $101,101
To award 175 Wilbur Avenue to Dennis Leonardo for $101,101
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to award 175 Wilbur Avenue to Dennis Leonardo for $101,101. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS 6 Award of Contract: Replacement of Handicap Ramp at Town Hall Anne.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Award the contract for the Replacement of Handicap Ramp to Full Scope Contracting, Taunton, MA
To award the contract for the Replacement of Handicap Ramp to Full Scope Contracting, Taunton, MA
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to award the contract for the Replacement of Handicap Ramp to Full Scope Contracting, Taunton, MA. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Notification of overspending snow budget Mrs.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
Adjourn at 8:49 p.m
To adjourn at 8:49 p.m
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to adjourn at 8:49 p.m. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Respectfully Submitted, anet Helley Administrative Assistant 7 List.” (Motion: Heim, second: Kitchin)
From the Swansea Board of Selectmen’s official minutes, posted on the town’s website. We check every vote against the Selectmen present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Photos: Alanna Solitro, a still from her Swansea Cable Access Television candidate video (2026); Robert Medeiros, from his campaign Facebook page (Robert Medeiros Swansea Selectman).
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