MassVoter.com← Swansea Board of SelectmenSwansea Board of Selectmen · 2025–2026 Board · Regular meeting
September 9, 2025
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Robert C. Medeiros, Steven H. Kitchin, Michael K. Beaudette
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Close the public hearing for the National Grid Pole of Swansea Mall Drive
To close the public hearing for the National Grid Pole of Swansea Mall Drive
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to close the public hearing for the National Grid Pole of Swansea Mall Drive. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Motion made by Mr.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Approve the request of National Grid to conduct a construction project regarding conduits on Swansea Mall Drive
To approve the request of National Grid to conduct a construction project regarding conduits on Swansea Mall Drive
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to approve the request of National Grid to conduct a construction project regarding conduits on Swansea Mall Drive. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Vote to approve Road Race Mr.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Approve the VFW 2045 Road Race on September 27, 2025, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
To approve the VFW 2045 Road Race on September 27, 2025, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to approve the VFW 2045 Road Race on September 27, 2025, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Vote on Appointments Mrs.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Appoint Ms. Andrea Goldstein of Swansea, MA, to the Council on Aging as Transportation/ Outreach Coordinator effective September 24, 2025
To appoint Ms. Andrea Goldstein of Swansea, MA, to the Council on Aging as Transportation/ Outreach Coordinator effective September 24, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to appoint Ms. Andrea Goldstein of Swansea, MA, to the Council on Aging as Transportation/ Outreach Coordinator effective September 24, 2025. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Mr.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Appoint Mr. Daniel Snyder of East Bridgewater, MA, to the Swansea Community Network as Production Manager, effective September 22, 2025
To appoint Mr. Daniel Snyder of East Bridgewater, MA, to the Swansea Community Network as Production Manager, effective September 22, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to appoint Mr. Daniel Snyder of East Bridgewater, MA, to the Swansea Community Network as Production Manager, effective September 22, 2025. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Chief of Police Mark Foley mentioned that the purpose of his presen.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Appoint Mr. Raymond Souliere of Swansea, MA as Pier Diem Mechanic, to the Swansea Police Department, effective September 10, 2025
To appoint Mr. Raymond Souliere of Swansea, MA as Pier Diem Mechanic, to the Swansea Police Department, effective September 10, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to appoint Mr. Raymond Souliere of Swansea, MA as Pier Diem Mechanic, to the Swansea Police Department, effective September 10, 2025. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Vote to appoint Emergency Management Agency, term to expire June 30.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Appoint Ms. Caitlyn Silva of Swansea, MA, and Mr. Timothy Johnson of Swansea, MA, to the Emergency Management Agency with terms to expire June 30, 2026
To appoint Ms. Caitlyn Silva of Swansea, MA, and Mr. Timothy Johnson of Swansea, MA, to the Emergency Management Agency with terms to expire June 30, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to appoint Ms. Caitlyn Silva of Swansea, MA, and Mr. Timothy Johnson of Swansea, MA, to the Emergency Management Agency with terms to expire June 30, 2026. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Vote to ratify Sergeant's Union contract, July 1, 2025, to June 30,.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Ratify the Swansea Superior Officers Association F.O.P. Lodge 30 collective bargaining agreement from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028
To ratify the Swansea Superior Officers Association F.O.P. Lodge 30 collective bargaining agreement from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to ratify the Swansea Superior Officers Association F.O.P. Lodge 30 collective bargaining agreement from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Review and Action on Parking Regulations The Board, along with Mrs.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Approve the Board of Selectmen meeting minutes of August 12, 2025
To approve the Board of Selectmen meeting minutes of August 12, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to approve the Board of Selectmen meeting minutes of August 12, 2025. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Town Administrator's Report Vote to close Special Town Meeting Warr.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Approve to closing Special Town Meeting Warrant for September 19, 2025, at 12:00 pm
To approve to closing Special Town Meeting Warrant for September 19, 2025, at 12:00 pm
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“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to approve to closing Special Town Meeting Warrant for September 19, 2025, at 12:00 pm. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Vote to submit to the Planning Board Proposed revisions to the Open.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Submit the proposed revisions for the Open Space Residential Development By law and the proposed Route 6 amendment to the Business B Zoning Map to the Planning Board for their review and recommendatio
To submit the proposed revisions for the Open Space Residential Development By law and the proposed Route 6 amendment to the Business B Zoning Map to the Planning Board for their review and recommendation
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to submit the proposed revisions for the Open Space Residential Development By law and the proposed Route 6 amendment to the Business B Zoning Map to the Planning Board for their review and recommendation. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Award Council on Aging Window Replacement Project - Somerset Glass.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Award the contract for the Council on Aging Window Replacement Project to Somerset Glass Co., Inc., Somerset, MA, in the amount of $46,360.00
To award the contract for the Council on Aging Window Replacement Project to Somerset Glass Co., Inc., Somerset, MA, in the amount of $46,360.00
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to award the contract for the Council on Aging Window Replacement Project to Somerset Glass Co., Inc., Somerset, MA, in the amount of $46,360.00. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Vote to approve changes to Bill H.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Approve the proposed changes to Bill H. 4276- Act re-authorizing Swansea to issue additional alcoholic licenses
To approve the proposed changes to Bill H. 4276- Act re-authorizing Swansea to issue additional alcoholic licenses
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to approve the proposed changes to Bill H. 4276- Act re-authorizing Swansea to issue additional alcoholic licenses. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Monthly Report - August 2025 Mrs.” (Motion: Beaudette, second: Medeiros)
Adjourn the Board of Selectmen meeting
To adjourn the Board of Selectmen meeting
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Mr. Beaudette, seconded by Mr. Medeiros, to adjourn the Board of Selectmen meeting. ALL IN FAVOR - UNANIMOUS Respectfully submitted, Jessica White, Administrative Assistant Doc.” (Motion: Beaudette, 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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