MassVoter.com← Swansea Board of SelectmenSwansea Board of Selectmen · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
October 3, 2023
17 recorded votes, 8 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Steven H. Kitchin, Christopher R. Carreiro, Robert C. Medeiros
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Christopher R. Carreiro arrived late (6:50 )
Every vote, in order
Open the Public Hearing to vote to Transfer an On-Premise All Alcohol Liquor License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. TWO AYES
To open the Public Hearing to vote to Transfer an On-Premise All Alcohol Liquor License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. TWO AYES
The minutes say the motion passed by a majority but do not say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Medeiros to open the Public Hearing to vote to Transfer an On-Premise All Alcohol Liquor License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Medeiros)
Open the Public Hearing to vote to Transfer an Entertainment License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. TWO AYES
To open the Public Hearing to vote to Transfer an Entertainment License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. TWO AYES
The minutes say the motion passed by a majority but do not say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Medeiros to open the Public Hearing to vote to Transfer an Entertainment License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Medeiros)
Close the Public Hearing to vote to Transfer an On-Premise All Alcohol Liquor License and Entertainment License to JR's Seaside Tavern. Mr. Carreiro was absent, Mr. Medeiros Aye, Mr. Kitchin Aye
To close the Public Hearing to vote to Transfer an On-Premise All Alcohol Liquor License and Entertainment License to JR's Seaside Tavern. Mr. Carreiro was absent, Mr. Medeiros Aye, Mr. Kitchin Aye
The minutes say the motion passed by a majority but do not say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Kitchin, seconded by Mr. Medeiros to close the Public Hearing to vote to Transfer an On-Premise All Alcohol Liquor License and Entertainment License to JR's Seaside Tavern. Mr. Carreiro was absent, Mr. Medeiros Aye, Mr. Kitchin Aye Motion passed by a majority MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Medeiros)
Approve the On-Premise All Alcohol Liquor License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. Mr. Carreiro was absent, Mr. Medeiros Aye, Mr. Kitchin Aye
To approve the On-Premise All Alcohol Liquor License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. Mr. Carreiro was absent, Mr. Medeiros Aye, Mr. Kitchin Aye
The minutes say the motion passed by a majority but do not say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the On-Premise All Alcohol Liquor License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. Mr. Carreiro was absent, Mr. Medeiros Aye, Mr. Kitchin Aye Motion passed by a majority MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Approve the Entertainment License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. Mr. Carreiro was absent, Mr. Medeiros Aye, Mr. Kitchin Aye
To approve the Entertainment License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. Mr. Carreiro was absent, Mr. Medeiros Aye, Mr. Kitchin Aye
The minutes say the motion passed by a majority but do not say how each member voted.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the Entertainment License, to JR's Seaside Tavern. Mr. Carreiro was absent, Mr. Medeiros Aye, Mr. Kitchin Aye Motion passed by a majority Chairman Carreiro entered the meeting at this.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Affirm the appointment of the Library Director Ms. Jocelyn Tavares, Westport MA effective October 10, 2023
To affirm the appointment of the Library Director Ms. Jocelyn Tavares, Westport MA effective October 10, 2023
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to affirm the appointment of the Library Director Ms. Jocelyn Tavares, Westport MA effective October 10, 2023. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Vote on Appointments MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Appoint Mr. Brian Lowney, Mrs. Lisa Majewski, Mrs. Colleen Mulligan, and Mrs. Kimberly O'Donoghue to the Swansea Cultural Council, Terms to expire October 3, 2026
To appoint Mr. Brian Lowney, Mrs. Lisa Majewski, Mrs. Colleen Mulligan, and Mrs. Kimberly O'Donoghue to the Swansea Cultural Council, Terms to expire October 3, 2026
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to appoint Mr. Brian Lowney, Mrs. Lisa Majewski, Mrs. Colleen Mulligan, and Mrs. Kimberly O'Donoghue to the Swansea Cultural Council, Terms to expire October 3, 2026. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Appoint Ms. Jocelyn Tavares, to the Library Building Committee
To appoint Ms. Jocelyn Tavares, to the Library Building Committee
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to appoint Ms. Jocelyn Tavares, to the Library Building Committee. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Chapter 90 Request - Fall Paving- Bark Street (South End), Market S.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Table the Chapter 90 request
To table the Chapter 90 request
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to table the Chapter 90 request. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Vote to Establish the FY 24 Solid Waste Fees Mrs.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Establish the FY 24 Solid Waste Fees with an annual fee of $210.00, $1.50 for the small bags, and $3.00 for the large bags
To Establish the FY 24 Solid Waste Fees with an annual fee of $210.00, $1.50 for the small bags, and $3.00 for the large bags
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to Establish the FY 24 Solid Waste Fees with an annual fee of $210.00, $1.50 for the small bags, and $3.00 for the large bags. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Mrs.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Approve the Open Session Minutes: September 26, 2023
To approve the Open Session Minutes: September 26, 2023
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Carreiro, seconded by Mr. Medeiros to approve the Open Session Minutes: September 26, 2023. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Town Administrator's Report Mrs.” (Motion: Carreiro, second: Medeiros)
Approve the Crunch Swansea Giving Road Race for October 28, 2023, at Case Junior High School, pending insurance
To approve the Crunch Swansea Giving Road Race for October 28, 2023, at Case Junior High School, pending insurance
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the Crunch Swansea Giving Road Race for October 28, 2023, at Case Junior High School, pending insurance. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Mrs.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Approve the Shared Services Agreement with the Town of Somerset, for Nursing Services. Mrs. Aronstein stated that Swansea also participates in a shared service agreement with the Town of Somerset for
To approve the Shared Services Agreement with the Town of Somerset, for Nursing Services. Mrs. Aronstein stated that Swansea also participates in a shared service agreement with the Town of Somerset for the Animal Shelter, and Animal Shelter Officer. Mrs. Aronstein stated that a major change was capital expenses, which are now included in the contract
The minutes do not record a vote for this motion.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the Shared Services Agreement with the Town of Somerset, for Nursing Services. Mrs. Aronstein stated that Swansea also participates in a shared service agreement with the Town of Somerset for the Animal Shelter, and Animal Shelter Officer. Mrs. Aronstein stated that a major change was capital expenses, which are now included in the contract..” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Approve the Shared Services Agreements with the Town of Somerset for Animal Shelter Services. Old Business There was no old business before the Board. New Business There was no new business before the
To approve the Shared Services Agreements with the Town of Somerset for Animal Shelter Services. Old Business There was no old business before the Board. New Business There was no new business before the Board. Correspondence Mr. Carreiro stated that the Board received correspondence from Comcast regarding additional content. Mr. Carreiro stated that the residents are invited to the Annual Public Safety Day on October 15, 2023. Mr. Carreiro stated that Melanie Barbosa, the Parks and Recreation Committee minutes clerk is resigning
The minutes do not record a vote for this motion.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the Shared Services Agreements with the Town of Somerset for Animal Shelter Services. Old Business There was no old business before the Board. New Business There was no new business before the Board. Correspondence Mr. Carreiro stated that the Board received correspondence from Comcast regarding additional content. Mr. Carreiro stated that the residents are invited to the Annual Public Safety Day on October 15, 2023. Mr. Carreiro stated that Melanie Barbosa, the Parks and Recreation Committee minutes clerk is resigning..” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Accept Melanie Barbosa's resignation with regret. Mr. Carreiro stated that the Selectmen have some resident correspondence. Mr. Medeiros stated that a citizen reached out about the Municipal Complex.
To accept Melanie Barbosa's resignation with regret. Mr. Carreiro stated that the Selectmen have some resident correspondence. Mr. Medeiros stated that a citizen reached out about the Municipal Complex. He stated that today's discussion about the location and financial impacts has articulated the need for this complex. He said even before today's presentation he believed this was a worthy investment. Mr. Kitchin stated that he received correspondence from Ms. Mullaly regarding the CHA contract with the Town of Swansea. He stated that the question as to fees that were rendered, the expended hours, and the hourly rate charged for each are going to be unsatisfying. Mr. Kitchin stated that certain things about billing need to be precluded at this point from public review and are privileged. He stated that none of these fees have to do with the Municipal Complex project. Mr. Kitchin stated it
The minutes do not record a vote for this motion.
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Carreiro, seconded by Mr. Medeiros to accept Melanie Barbosa's resignation with regret. Mr. Carreiro stated that the Selectmen have some resident correspondence. Mr. Medeiros stated that a citizen reached out about the Municipal Complex. He stated that today's discussion about the location and financial impacts has articulated the need for this complex. He said even before today's presentation he believed this was a worthy investment. Mr. Kitchin stated that he received correspondence from Ms. Mullaly regarding the CHA contract with the Town of Swansea. He stated that the question as to fees that were rendered, the expended hours, and the hourly rate charged for each are going to be unsatisfying. Mr. Kitchin stated that certain things about billing need to be precluded at this point from public review and are privileged. He stated that none of these fees have to do with the Municipal Complex project. Mr. Kitchin stated it was for legal services provided to the Town. Mrs. Aronstein stated the hourly legal rate is $250.00. Mr. Carreiro stated that the attorney's work is privileged information. He said that there are documents generated in connection with legal, and those documents are protected by attorney-client privilege. He said most likely this information will eventually be public. Discussion continued about attorney-client privilege. Executive Session Mr. Carreiro stated there is a need for an Executive Session pursuant to M.G.L.c30A, §21(a)(7): To comply with or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements: Review Executive Session Minutes - August 15, 2023. M.G.L.c30A, §21(a)(2): To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for contract negotiations with nonunion personnel: Police Lieutenant Mark Foley, and Police Lieutenant Patrick Mooney The Board will not reconvene in an open session..” (Motion: Carreiro, second: Medeiros)
Enter into executive session
To enter into executive session
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Carreiro, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to enter into executive session. ROLL CALL VOTE: Mr. Carreiro - Aye, Mr. Medeiros - Aye, Mr. Kitchin - Aye, ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr. Carreiro and seconded by Mr. Medeiros to recess to clear the room at 9:49 p.m. ALL IN FAVOR - UN.” (Motion: Carreiro, second: Medeiros)
Recess to clear the room at 9:49 p.m
To recess to clear the room at 9:49 p.m
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Carreiro and seconded by Mr. Medeiros to recess to clear the room at 9:49 p.m. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Respectfully submitted, Melissa Heilborn, Administrative Assistant.” (Motion: Carreiro, second: Medeiros)
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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