MassVoter.com← Swansea Board of SelectmenSwansea Board of Selectmen · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
February 8, 2022
29 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
Approve the Change of Manager to the Liquor License for the American Legion, Post 303, 73 Ocean Grove Avenue, Swansea, to Mr. Anthony Dias, 26 Velvet Avenue, Westport, MA
To approve the Change of Manager to the Liquor License for the American Legion, Post 303, 73 Ocean Grove Avenue, Swansea, to Mr. Anthony Dias, 26 Velvet Avenue, Westport, MA
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro, to approve the Change of Manager to the Liquor License for the American Legion, Post 303, 73 Ocean Grove Avenue, Swansea, to Mr. Anthony Dias, 26 Velvet Avenue, Westport, MA. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Approve Amusement Device License for the V.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve the Amusement Device License for the V.F.W. Post 2045, 130 Main Street, Swansea, MA
To approve the Amusement Device License for the V.F.W. Post 2045, 130 Main Street, Swansea, MA
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro, to approve the Amusement Device License for the V.F.W. Post 2045, 130 Main Street, Swansea, MA. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Approval of Class II Auto License Konstantin Kharzis, Kostyas Auto,.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve the Class II Auto License for Kostyas Auto, 2093 G.A.R. Highway, through June 30, 2022. TWO IN FAVOR, ONE NAY - MAJORITY Joint Meeting with the Water Commission - Review & Vote to Approve Fund
To approve the Class II Auto License for Kostyas Auto, 2093 G.A.R. Highway, through June 30, 2022. TWO IN FAVOR, ONE NAY - MAJORITY Joint Meeting with the Water Commission - Review & Vote to Approve Funding Requests for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds Ms. Lisa Martelly, Chairman Mr. James Pelletier, Vice Chairman Mr. Ernie Bacon, Clerk Mr. Jeffrey Sutherland, Superintendent
The minutes do not record a vote for this motion.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Heim, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve the Class II Auto License for Kostyas Auto, 2093 G.A.R. Highway, through June 30, 2022. TWO IN FAVOR, ONE NAY - MAJORITY Joint Meeting with the Water Commission - Review & Vote to Approve Funding Requests for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds Ms. Lisa Martelly, Chairman Mr. James Pelletier, Vice Chairman Mr. Ernie Bacon, Clerk Mr. Jeffrey Sutherland, Superintendent.” (Motion: Heim, second: Carreiro)
Approve the ARPA funding request for a ladder truck for the Swansea Fire Department in the amount of $1.3 million dollars
To approve the ARPA funding request for a ladder truck for the Swansea Fire Department in the amount of $1.3 million dollars
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro, to approve the ARPA funding request for a ladder truck for the Swansea Fire Department in the amount of $1.3 million dollars. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve the ARPA funding request for upgrade and replacement of servers for the Town Hall, Assessors Department, and Fire Department in the amount of $105,689.50
To approve the ARPA funding request for upgrade and replacement of servers for the Town Hall, Assessors Department, and Fire Department in the amount of $105,689.50
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro, to approve the ARPA funding request for upgrade and replacement of servers for the Town Hall, Assessors Department, and Fire Department in the amount of $105,689.50. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve the ARPA funding request to the Swansea Water District for the replacement of Vinnicum well #9, in the amount of $496,000.00
To approve the ARPA funding request to the Swansea Water District for the replacement of Vinnicum well #9, in the amount of $496,000.00
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro, to approve the ARPA funding request to the Swansea Water District for the replacement of Vinnicum well #9, in the amount of $496,000.00 ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve the ARPA funding request to grant to the Swansea YMCA for revenue loss in the amount of $150,000.00
To approve the ARPA funding request to grant to the Swansea YMCA for revenue loss in the amount of $150,000.00
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro, to approve the ARPA funding request to grant to the Swansea YMCA for revenue loss in the amount of $150,000.00. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS 3 MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve the ARPA funding request for a ladder truck for the Swansea Fire Department in the amount of $1.3 million dollars
To approve the ARPA funding request for a ladder truck for the Swansea Fire Department in the amount of $1.3 million dollars
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro, to approve the ARPA funding request for a ladder truck for the Swansea Fire Department in the amount of $1.3 million dollars. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS A decision was made to table the rest of the requests for further r.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Appoint Ms. Kelly O'Brien-Plante of Swansea, MA and Ms. Charlene Orton of Swansea, MA to the Beach Committee, with terms to expire on June 30, 2022
To appoint Ms. Kelly O'Brien-Plante of Swansea, MA and Ms. Charlene Orton of Swansea, MA to the Beach Committee, with terms to expire on June 30, 2022
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to appoint Ms. Kelly O'Brien-Plante of Swansea, MA and Ms. Charlene Orton of Swansea, MA to the Beach Committee, with terms to expire on June 30, 2022 ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS FY 2023 Budget Review, 422 - Highway Department, and 650 - Parks De.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $907,810.00 for Personnel Services, $383,950.00 for expenses, $90,000.00 for Streetlights, and $150,000.00 for Snow Removal, for Budget 422 - Highway Department, and submit to the Advisory & F
To approve $907,810.00 for Personnel Services, $383,950.00 for expenses, $90,000.00 for Streetlights, and $150,000.00 for Snow Removal, for Budget 422 - Highway Department, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $907,810.00 for Personnel Services, $383,950.00 for expenses, $90,000.00 for Streetlights, and $150,000.00 for Snow Removal, for Budget 422 - Highway Department, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $108,001.00 for Personnel Services, $39,665.00 for expenses, $650.00 for Other Capital Outlay for Budget 650 - Parks Department, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $108,001.00 for Personnel Services, $39,665.00 for expenses, $650.00 for Other Capital Outlay for Budget 650 - Parks Department, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $108,001.00 for Personnel Services, $39,665.00 for expenses, $650.00 for Other Capital Outlay for Budget 650 - Parks Department, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $169,215.00 Personnel Services and $39,200.00 for expenses, Budget 145 - Treasurer, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $169,215.00 Personnel Services and $39,200.00 for expenses, Budget 145 - Treasurer, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $169,215.00 Personnel Services and $39,200.00 for expenses, Budget 145 - Treasurer, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $130,639.00 for expenses, Budget 155 - Management Information Systems, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $130,639.00 for expenses, Budget 155 - Management Information Systems, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $130,639.00 for expenses, Budget 155 - Management Information Systems, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS 4 MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $115,275.00 Personnel Services and $13,008.00 for expenses, Budget 175 - Planning Board, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $115,275.00 Personnel Services and $13,008.00 for expenses, Budget 175 - Planning Board, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $115,275.00 Personnel Services and $13,008.00 for expenses, Budget 175 - Planning Board, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $35,065.00 for expenses, Budget 192 - Beach, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $35,065.00 for expenses, Budget 192 - Beach, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $35,065.00 for expenses, Budget 192 - Beach, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $30,456.00 for expenses, Budget 193 - Waterfront, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $30,456.00 for expenses, Budget 193 - Waterfront, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $30,456.00 for expenses, Budget 193 - Waterfront, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $199,580.00 Personnel Services, $28,400.00 for expenses, and $500.00 for Capital Outlay, Budget 241 - Building Department, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $199,580.00 Personnel Services, $28,400.00 for expenses, and $500.00 for Capital Outlay, Budget 241 - Building Department, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $199,580.00 Personnel Services, $28,400.00 for expenses, and $500.00 for Capital Outlay, Budget 241 - Building Department, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $500.00 Personnel Services and $49,500.00 for expenses, Budget 429- Tree Warden, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $500.00 Personnel Services and $49,500.00 for expenses, Budget 429- Tree Warden, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $500.00 Personnel Services and $49,500.00 for expenses, Budget 429- Tree Warden, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $14,820.00 Personnel Services and $12,855.00 for expenses, Budget 630- Recreation, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $14,820.00 Personnel Services and $12,855.00 for expenses, Budget 630- Recreation, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $14,820.00 Personnel Services and $12,855.00 for expenses, Budget 630- Recreation, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $548,739.00 for Debt Service Total, Budget 710- Debt Schedule, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $548,739.00 for Debt Service Total, Budget 710- Debt Schedule, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $548,739.00 for Debt Service Total, Budget 710- Debt Schedule, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $167,235.00 for Interest - Long Term Debt, Budget 751- Notes and Interest Long Term, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $167,235.00 for Interest - Long Term Debt, Budget 751- Notes and Interest Long Term, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $167,235.00 for Interest - Long Term Debt, Budget 751- Notes and Interest Long Term, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve $10,000.00 for Short Term Debt, and a General Fund amount of $725,974.00 for, Budget 752- Short Term Debt, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
To approve $10,000.00 for Short Term Debt, and a General Fund amount of $725,974.00 for, Budget 752- Short Term Debt, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve $10,000.00 for Short Term Debt, and a General Fund amount of $725,974.00 for, Budget 752- Short Term Debt, and submit to the Advisory & Finance Board. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Approval of Minutes MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Approve the Open Session Minutes of January 25, 2022
To approve the Open Session Minutes of January 25, 2022
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve the Open Session Minutes of January 25, 2022. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Release the Executive Session Minutes of January 5, 2021 (partial); April 6, 2021; May 25, 2021 (partial); October 12, 2021; and October 18, 2021
To release the Executive Session Minutes of January 5, 2021 (partial); April 6, 2021; May 25, 2021 (partial); October 12, 2021; and October 18, 2021
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to release the Executive Session Minutes of January 5, 2021 (partial); April 6, 2021; May 25, 2021 (partial); October 12, 2021; and October 18, 2021. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Town Administrator's Report Fire Engine 3 Refurbishment Bid Award M.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Award the bid for the Fire Engine 3 Refurbishment to Greenwood Emergency Vehicles of North Attleboro, MA
To award the bid for the Fire Engine 3 Refurbishment to Greenwood Emergency Vehicles of North Attleboro, MA
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to award the bid for the Fire Engine 3 Refurbishment to Greenwood Emergency Vehicles of North Attleboro, MA. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Notice of Resignation- Swansea Redevelopment Authority Ms.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Accept the resignation of Ms. Gina Weyland of Swansea, MA, from the Swansea Redevelopment Authority, with regret
To accept the resignation of Ms. Gina Weyland of Swansea, MA, from the Swansea Redevelopment Authority, with regret
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to accept the resignation of Ms. Gina Weyland of Swansea, MA, from the Swansea Redevelopment Authority, with regret. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Ms.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Declare the 1983 Ford Tractor and the Yamaha Golf Cart as Surplus Equipment
To declare the 1983 Ford Tractor and the Yamaha Golf Cart as Surplus Equipment
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to declare the 1983 Ford Tractor and the Yamaha Golf Cart as Surplus Equipment. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Enter into executive session
To enter into executive session
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Carreiro to enter into executive session. ROLL CALL VOTE: Mr. Kitchin - Aye, Mr. Carreiro - Aye, Mr. Heim - Aye ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Heim to recess at 9:05 p.m. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Respectfully submitt.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Carreiro)
Recess at 9:05 p.m
To recess at 9:05 p.m
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin and seconded by Mr. Heim to recess at 9:05 p.m. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Respectfully submitted, Nicole R.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Heim)
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