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February 20, 2024
19 recorded votes, 10 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:
- Steven H. Kitchin arrived late (6:55 PM)
Every vote, in order
Open the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices License for JRs Seaside Tavern, 378 Ocean Grove Avenue at 6:35 pm. TWO AYES
To open the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices License for JRs Seaside Tavern, 378 Ocean Grove Avenue at 6:35 pm. 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 approve the Amusement Devices License for JRs Seaside Tavern, 378 Ocean Grove Avenue at 6:35 pm. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Medeiros)
Recess the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices License for JRs Seaside Tavern until Mr. Kitchin arrives at the meeting. TWO AYES
To recess the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices License for JRs Seaside Tavern until Mr. Kitchin arrives at the meeting. 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 recess the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices License for JRs Seaside Tavern until Mr. Kitchin arrives at the meeting. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Medeiros)
Vote to approve Trash Abatements as presented. TWO AYES
To Vote to approve Trash Abatements as presented. 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. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to Vote to approve Trash Abatements as presented. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Carreiro)
Vote to approve the Warrant for the Presidential Primary. TWO AYES
To Vote to approve the Warrant for the Presidential Primary. 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. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to Vote to approve the Warrant for the Presidential Primary. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Carreiro)
Approve the Warrant for the Annual Town Election. TWO AYES
To approve the Warrant for the Annual Town Election. 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. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to approve the Warrant for the Annual Town Election. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Carreiro)
Re-affirm the appointments of Ms. Lisa White, Full-time Animal Control Officer, Ms. Ashley Benevides, On-call Animal Control Officer, Ms. Natasha Andrade-Moniz, On-call Animal Control Officer, and Ms.
To re-affirm the appointments of Ms. Lisa White, Full-time Animal Control Officer, Ms. Ashley Benevides, On-call Animal Control Officer, Ms. Natasha Andrade-Moniz, On-call Animal Control Officer, and Ms. Chloe Plummer, On-call Animal Control Officer. 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. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to re-affirm the appointments of Ms. Lisa White, Full-time Animal Control Officer, Ms. Ashley Benevides, On-call Animal Control Officer, Ms. Natasha Andrade-Moniz, On-call Animal Control Officer, and Ms. Chloe Plummer, On-call Animal Control Officer. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Carreiro)
Appoint Ms. Melissa C. Heilborn as Parking Clerk. TWO AYES
To appoint Ms. Melissa C. Heilborn as Parking Clerk. 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. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Carreiro to appoint Ms. Melissa C. Heilborn as Parking Clerk. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Carreiro)
Approve the creation of a third facilities position and eliminate the COA custodian effective the date of the appointment
To approve the creation of a third facilities position and eliminate the COA custodian effective the date of the appointment
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the creation of a third facilities position and eliminate the COA custodian effective the date of the appointment. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Resume the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices jukebox, pool table, and arcade game License for JRs Seaside Tavern. TWO AYES
To resume the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices jukebox, pool table, and arcade game License for JRs 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 resume the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices jukebox, pool table, and arcade game License for JRs Seaside Tavern. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Medeiros)
Close the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices jukebox, pool table, and arcade game License for JRs Seaside Tavern at 7:19 pm. TWO AYES
To close the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices jukebox, pool table, and arcade game License for JRs Seaside Tavern at 7:19 pm. 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 close the Public Hearing to approve the Amusement Devices jukebox, pool table, and arcade game License for JRs Seaside Tavern at 7:19 pm. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Medeiros)
Approve the Amusement Devices jukebox, pool table, and arcade game License for JRs Seaside Tavern. TWO AYES
To approve the Amusement Devices jukebox, pool table, and arcade game License for JRs 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 approve the Amusement Devices jukebox, pool table, and arcade game License for JRs Seaside Tavern. TWO AYES, Motion passed by a majority.” (Motion: Kitchin, second: Medeiros)
Approve the Common Victualler license for Shree Ambe GAR Hwy Inc. d/b/a Save on Gas, 2314 GAR Highway, term to expire December 31, 2024
To approve the Common Victualler license for Shree Ambe GAR Hwy Inc. d/b/a Save on Gas, 2314 GAR Highway, term to expire December 31, 2024
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the Common Victualler license for Shree Ambe GAR Hwy Inc. d/b/a Save on Gas, 2314 GAR Highway, term to expire December 31, 2024. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Approval of Minutes MOTION made by Mr.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Approve the Open Session minutes of January 23, 2024
To approve the Open Session minutes of January 23, 2024
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the Open Session minutes of January 23, 2024. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Town Administrator Report Mrs.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Award the lease of 8+/- acres at Medeiros Farm Recreational Complex 1100 Bark Street to the Swansea-Somerset Youth Soccer League
To award the lease of 8+/- acres at Medeiros Farm Recreational Complex 1100 Bark Street to the Swansea-Somerset Youth Soccer League
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to award the lease of 8+/- acres at Medeiros Farm Recreational Complex 1100 Bark Street to the Swansea-Somerset Youth Soccer League. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Mrs.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW Services bid as presented
To approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW Services bid as presented
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to approve the Southeastern Regional Services Group (SERSG) DPW Services bid as presented. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Mrs.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Accept the resignation of Ms. E. Patricia Redfearn resigned from the Swansea Historical Commission with regret
To accept the resignation of Ms. E. Patricia Redfearn resigned from the Swansea Historical Commission with regret
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to accept the resignation of Ms. E. Patricia Redfearn resigned from the Swansea Historical Commission with regret. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Mr.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Accept notice of retirement of Mr. Timothy Johnson from Fire Station 4 with regret
To accept notice of retirement of Mr. Timothy Johnson from Fire Station 4 with regret
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin to accept notice of retirement of Mr. Timothy Johnson from Fire Station 4 with regret. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Mrs.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Enter into 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
To enter into 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 - December 19, 2023, and M.G.L.c30A, §21(a)(2): To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for contract negotiations with nonunion personnel: Town Accountant Tracy Jo Anderson
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros, seconded by Mr. Kitchin, to enter into 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 - December 19, 2023, and M.G.L.c30A, §21(a)(2): To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for contract negotiations with nonunion personnel: Town Accountant Tracy Jo Anderson. ROLL CALL VOTE: Mr. Carreiro - Aye, Mr. Medeiros - Aye, Mr. Kitchin - Aye, ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to recess to clear the room at 8:23 p.m. ALL IN FAVOR - UNA.” (Motion: Medeiros, second: Kitchin)
Recess to clear the room at 8:23 p.m
To recess to clear the room at 8:23 p.m
From the minutes
“MOTION made by Mr. Medeiros and seconded by Mr. Kitchin to recess to clear the room at 8:23 p.m. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Respectfully submitted, Melissa Heilborn, Administrative Assistant.” (Motion: Medeiros, 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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