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“Ms. Miller moved to authorize the Chair to review any edits returned from other towns, determine whether the changes are non-substantive, sign if appropriate, and return substantive changes to the full Board. Mr. Manter seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Miller – Aye, Mr. Manter – Nay, Ms. Mitchell – Aye. The motion passed (2-1) Treasurer Position for FY27– Proposal to Extend Agreement with Jared Aponte Ms. Rand introduced the item, stating that she a.” (Motion: Miller, second: Manter)

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“Ms. Miller made a motion to appoint William “Bill” Fielder as a full-time police officer for the Town of West Tisbury at Grade 6, Step 7, with the start date to be determined at a future meeting after coordination with the Town Accountant and confirmation of the appropriate pay-period alignment, and Mr. Manter seconded the motion. Roll Cal Vote: Ms. Miller — Aye, Mr. Manter — Nay, (noting explicitly that his opposition was based solely on the step placement, not on Fielder’s suitability or character), Ms. Mitchell — Aye. The motion passed (2-1). Chief Cortez expressed his appreciation, stating that the department was “really excited” to welcome Mr. Fielder. The Board offered its congratulations. Discussion of Fire Prevention Officer Position.” (Motion: Miller, second: Manter)

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“Mr. Manter made a motion to approve the Town Administrator contract as amended, with an effective date of December 14th, and Ms. Miller seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Miller – Aye, Mr. Manter – Nay, Ms. Mitchell – Aye. The motion passed (2–1). Correspondence Fairhaven Select Board Re: Local Aid Ms. Mitchell introduced a letter that she described as “very entertaini.” (Motion: Manter, second: Miller)

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“Mr. Manter made a motion to give the Town Accountant (Chelsea Joiner) supervisory authority over the Treasurer/Collector and Assistant Treasurer/Collector, contingent upon auditor approval, and Ms. Miller seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Miller – Aye, Ms. Mitchell – Aye, Mr. Manter – Nay. The motion passed (2–1). Old Business Deputy Emergency Manager Roles & Responsibilities A review of “Roles and Responsibilities” for the Emergency M.” (Motion: Manter, second: Miller)

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“Ms. Miller made a motion to send a letter in support of Senate Bill 2395 and directed Ms. Rand to draft it. Mr. Manter seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Miller – Aye, Ms. Mitchell – Aye, Mr. Manter – Abstained. The motion passed (2–0- 1). Request for Approval of 401 State Road Site Plans The Board reviewed the site plans for the 401 State Road afforda.” (Motion: Miller, second: Manter)

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“Ms. Miller made a motion to approve the line-item transfer of $6,000 from the Town Administrator’s expense line 192-5700 to the legal line 151-5305, and Mr. Manter seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Miller – Aye, Ms. Mitchell– Aye, Mr. Manter – Nay. The motion passed (2–1). Up Island Council on Aging: Recommendation to Dissolve the Howes House Building Committee Beth Kramer introduced the item, s.” (Motion: Miller, second: Manter)

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“Ms. Miller made a motion to sign the Last Chane Agreement as is, and Mr. Manter seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Miller – Aye, Ms. Mitchell– Aye, Mr. Manter – Nay. The motion passed (2–1). The Board authorized Ms. Mitchell to sign it. Correspondence MA DEP Landfill PFAS Notice Ms. Rand reported receiving a MassD.” (Motion: Miller, second: Manter)

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“Mr. Manter made a motion to appoint Bryn Schaffner as Fire Prevention Officer at Grade 8, Step 2, effective July 1, 2025, and Ms. Miller seconded. Ms. Mitchell noted the confusion about appointments; some are jobs, and some are committees. This role is technically an appointment, but functionally, it is a job. No formal term was set, but the start date would be July 1. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Miller – Aye, Mr. Manter – Aye, Ms. Mitchell - Nay. The motion passed (2-1). Event Permit/1 Day Beer & Wine: Misty Meadows Summer Benefit 8/3 5-7”30 Ms. Mitchell presented a request for a one-day beer.” (Motion: Manter, second: Miller)

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“Mr. Manter made a motion to offer the Facilities Manager position to John Murray at Grade 8, Step 2, and Ms. Miller seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Miller – Aye, Ms. Mitchell – Aye, Mr. Manter – Nay. The motion passed (2-1). Public Comment None.” (Motion: Manter, second: Miller)

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“Ms. Mitchell made a motion to move into the Executive Session, and Ms. Miller seconded. Roll Call Vote: Ms. Miller – Aye, Mr. Manter – no, Ms. Mitchell - Aye. The motion passed (2–1). Executive Session: The Board may meet on executive session with Special Labor Counsel to investigate charges of criminal mis.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Miller)

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