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July 16, 2024
13 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Chaz Sexton-Diranian, Joseph Z. Shank, Theresa A. Morse
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the meeting minutes of 06/04/2024, 06/14/2024, 06/18/2024
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton- Diranian to approve the meeting minutes of 06/04/2024, 06/14/2024, 06/18/2024. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse ves.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton- Diranian to approve the meeting minutes of 06/04/2024, 06/14/2024, 06/18/2024. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse ves..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Approve the Tavern 13 One-Day Special License Application for an event on 7/20/2024 at BirchHouse Botanicals on Main Street in Townsend contingent upon receipt of payment and alcohol consumption...
Mouton was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded Joseph Z. Shank to approve the Tavern 13 One-Day Special License Application for an event on 7/20/2024 at BirchHouse Botanicals on Main Street in Townsend contingent upon receipt of payment and alcohol consumption will be contained within the building. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton- Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes.
From the minutes
“Mouton was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded Joseph Z. Shank to approve the Tavern 13 One-Day Special License Application for an event on 7/20/2024 at BirchHouse Botanicals on Main Street in Townsend contingent upon receipt of payment and alcohol consumption will be contained within the building. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton- Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Shank)
Approve Let Us Pour LLC One-Day Special License application for a "Summer Market" event on 7/28/2024 at Evans on the Common in 'Townsend
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to approve Let Us Pour LLC One-Day Special License application for a "Summer Market" event on 7/28/2024 at Evans on the Common in 'Townsend. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to approve Let Us Pour LLC One-Day Special License application for a "Summer Market" event on 7/28/2024 at Evans on the Common in 'Townsend. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Shank)
Reappoint Mary Jane Churchville to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to start 07/16/2024 to expire on 06/2027
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse seconded by Chaz Sexton- Diranian to reappoint Mary Jane Churchville to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to start 07/16/2024 to expire on 06/2027. Discussion Joseph Z. Shank mentioned that Mary Jane Churchville showed through actions that she does not have the best interest of the 'Town at heart. Funding for buildings can be lost through her actions. Theresa A. Morse spoke in favor and menuoned that MaryJane Churchville was highly respected within the Commission and that she does have the best interest of the Town at heart. Motion was not passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian no, Joseph Z. Shank no, Theresa A. Morse yes.
Yes: MorseNo: Sexton-Diranian, ShankThe roll call records more no votes than yes votes, so the motion is shown as failed.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse seconded by Chaz Sexton- Diranian to reappoint Mary Jane Churchville to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to start 07/16/2024 to expire on 06/2027. Discussion Joseph Z. Shank mentioned that Mary Jane Churchville showed through actions that she does not have the best interest of the 'Town at heart. Funding for buildings can be lost through her actions. Theresa A. Morse spoke in favor and menuoned that MaryJane Churchville was highly respected within the Commission and that she does have the best interest of the Town at heart. Motion was not passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian no, Joseph Z. Shank no, Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Reappoint Eino Kauppi to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to start 07/16/2024 and to expire on 06/2027
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton- Diranian to reappoint Eino Kauppi to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to start 07/16/2024 and to expire on 06/2027. Motion 2|Page 3.2 Review/Vote Appointment for Historic District Commission - Review/Appoint Julia V. Stockwell to the Historic District Commission for 3-year term to start 07/16/2024 and expire on 06/2027 3.3 Review/Vote Re-appoint Michael Brown to the Energy Committee with term effective 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2027. IV. MEETING BUSINESS: 4.1 Review/ Approve uncollectable ambulance receipts for Fire Department. 4.2 Discuss 'Y2025 Budget and possible budget process changes was not passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian no, Joseph Z. Shank no, 'Theresa A. Morse yes.
Yes: MorseNo: Sexton-Diranian, ShankThe roll call records more no votes than yes votes, so the motion is shown as failed.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton- Diranian to reappoint Eino Kauppi to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to start 07/16/2024 and to expire on 06/2027. Motion 2|Page 3.2 Review/Vote Appointment for Historic District Commission - Review/Appoint Julia V. Stockwell to the Historic District Commission for 3-year term to start 07/16/2024 and expire on 06/2027 3.3 Review/Vote Re-appoint Michael Brown to the Energy Committee with term effective 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2027. IV. MEETING BUSINESS: 4.1 Review/ Approve uncollectable ambulance receipts for Fire Department. 4.2 Discuss 'Y2025 Budget and possible budget process changes was not passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian no, Joseph Z. Shank no, 'Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
3.3 Review/Vote Re-appoint Michael Brown to the Energy Committee with term effective
Reappoint Susan R. Gerken to the Historic District Commision for a 3- year term to start 7/16/2024 to expire on 06/2027
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to reappoint Susan R. Gerken to the Historic District Commision for a 3- year term to start 7/16/2024 to expire on 06/2027. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to reappoint Susan R. Gerken to the Historic District Commision for a 3- year term to start 7/16/2024 to expire on 06/2027. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Shank)
Appoint Julia V. Stockwell to the Historic District Commission for 3- year term to start 07/16/2024 and expire on 06/2027
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to appoint Julia V. Stockwell to the Historic District Commission for 3- year term to start 07/16/2024 and expire on 06/2027, Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to appoint Julia V. Stockwell to the Historic District Commission for 3- year term to start 07/16/2024 and expire on 06/2027, Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Shank)
Re-appoint Michael Brown to the Energy Committee with term effective 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2027
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to re-appoint Michael Brown to the Energy Committee with term effective 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2027. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton- Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to re-appoint Michael Brown to the Energy Committee with term effective 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2027. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton- Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Shank)
Approve uncollectable ambulance receipts for Fire Department as a write off
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to approve uncollectable ambulance receipts for Fire Department as a write off. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to approve uncollectable ambulance receipts for Fire Department as a write off. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Shank)
Set the Special Town Meeting to open the warrant July 17, 2024 close on July 25, 2024 and hold it on August 20, 2024
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to set the Special Town Meeting to open the warrant July 17, 2024 close on July 25, 2024 and hold it on August 20, 2024. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to set the Special Town Meeting to open the warrant July 17, 2024 close on July 25, 2024 and hold it on August 20, 2024. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Shank)
2.1 General Government
Approve pay increase for COA van drivers to $18.00
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to approve pay increase for COA van drivers to $18.00. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to approve pay increase for COA van drivers to $18.00. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Shank)
Approve 30 hours for July and 25 hours for August to help address migration
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to approve 30 hours for July and 25 hours for August to help address migration. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton- Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Uheresa \. Morse yes.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to approve 30 hours for July and 25 hours for August to help address migration. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton- Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes, Uheresa \. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Shank)
5.4 Next meeting - August
Review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session
Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes and 'Theresa A. Morse yes.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa A. Morse and seconded by Joseph Z. Shank to review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session. Motion was passed with Chaz Sexton-Diranian yes, Joseph Z. Shank yes and 'Theresa A. Morse yes..” (Motion: Morse, second: Shank)
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