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April 2, 2018
20 recorded votes, 10 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The roll call found one member absent (Brian McDonald). Thomas Lacey is on the attendance line but arrived at 7:58 PM; he is not shown as voting before then.
Present: Michael Smart, Arthur Mathews, Kenneth DiFazio, Jane Hackett, Fred Happel, Haugh, Christopher Heffernan, Michael Molisse, Ed Harrington, Thomas Lacey
Absent: Brian McDonald
During the meeting:
- Thomas Lacey arrived after the meeting began (at 7:58 PM).
Every vote, in order
Minutes
Approve the minutes of the February 20, 2018 Budget/Management Committee meeting
A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to approve the minutes of the February 20, 2018 Budget/Management Committee meeting and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio.
Thomas Lacey had not yet arrived and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“MINUTES Budget/Management Committee Meeting Minutes of February 20, 2018 A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to approve the minutes of the February 20, 2018 Budget/Management Committee meeting and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: DiFazio)
Budget/Management Committee Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2018
Approve the minutes of the March 5, 2018 Budget/Management meeting
A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to approve the minutes of the March 5, 2018 Budget/Management meeting and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio.
Thomas Lacey had not yet arrived and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Budget/Management Committee Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2018 A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to approve the minutes of the March 5, 2018 Budget/Management meeting and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: DiFazio)
Public Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2018
Approve the minutes of the March 5, 2018 Public Parks and Recreation Committee meeting
A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to approve the minutes of the March 5, 2018 Public Parks and Recreation Committee meeting and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio.
Thomas Lacey had not yet arrived and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Public Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2018 A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to approve the minutes of the March 5, 2018 Public Parks and Recreation Committee meeting and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: DiFazio)
Town Council Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2018
Approve the minutes of the March 5, 2018 Town Council meeting
A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to approve the minutes of the March 5, 2018 Town Council meeting and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio.
Thomas Lacey had not yet arrived and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Town Council Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2018 A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to approve the minutes of the March 5, 2018 Town Council meeting and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: DiFazio)
Public Hearings
Open the public hearing on 18 015
A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to open the public hearing on 18 015 and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio.
Thomas Lacey had not yet arrived and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“PUBLIC HEARINGS 18 015-Street Light Replacement A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to open the public hearing on 18 015 and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio. This was published on March 23, 2018. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: DiFazio)
18 015-Street Light Replacement
Close the public hearing on 18 015 (Street Light Replacement)
A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to close the public hearing on 18 015 and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio.
Thomas Lacey had not yet arrived and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to close the public hearing on 18 015 and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: DiFazio)
18 016-School Boiler Replacement
Open the public hearing on 18 016 (School Boiler Replacement)
A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to open the public hearing on 18 016 and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio.
Thomas Lacey had not yet arrived and is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“18 016-School Boiler Replacement A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to open the public hearing on 18 016 and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio. This was published on March 23, 2018. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: DiFazio)
Close the public hearing on 18 016 (School Boiler Replacement)
A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to close the public hearing on 18 016 and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio.
From the minutes
“A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to close the public hearing on 18 016 and was seconded by Councilor DiFazio. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: DiFazio)
Communications And Reports From The Mayor, Town Officers And Town Boards
Refer the Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2019-2023 to the Budget/Management Committee
A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to refer the Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2019-2023 to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Lacey.
From the minutes
“I appreciate all who participated in the process." A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to refer the Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2019-2023 to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Lacey. Councilor Hackett noted that Councilor Molisse and the administration agreed to review each department's capital needs list in operating budget review, rather than holding a separate meeting. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: Lacey)
18 021-Bond Premium Authorization
Refer measure 18 021 to the Budget/Management Committee (Bond Premium Authorization)
A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to refer measure 18 021 to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Lacey.
From the minutes
“A MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to refer measure 18 021 to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Lacey. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: Lacey)
18 012-Acceptance of G.L.71, §37M-Consolidation of Administrative Functions.
Approve measure 18 012 (Acceptance of G.L.71, §37M-Consolidation of Administrative Functions.)
Motion was made by Councilor DiFazio to approve measure 18 012; that the Town of Weymouth, through the Town Council and with the approval of the Mayor, accept the provisions of G.L. Chapter 71, §37M, which allows the consolidation of administrative functions, including but not limited to financial, personnel, and maintenance functions, of the school committee with those of the city or town. The decision to consolidate or to revoke a decision shall occur upon a majority vote of both the school committee and the Council, with approval of the Mayor. The School Committee has voted to approve this provision to consolidate administrative functions with the town. The motion was seconded by Vice President Mathews.
No: DiFazio, Hackett, Happel, Harrington, Haugh, Heffernan, Lacey, Mathews, Molisse, Smart
From the minutes
“President Smart called for the vote. The VOTE UNANIMOUSLY FAILED, 0-10.” (Motion: DiFazio, second: Mathews)
18 011-Reorganization Plan Establishing the Department of Asset Management
Approve measure 18 011 (Reorganization Plan Establishing the Department of Asset Management)
Motion was made by Councilor DiFazio to approve measure 18 011; that the Town of Weymouth, through the Town Council, hereby amend the Town of Weymouth Code of Ordinances, in the following manner: "SECTION 1. Subsection (a) of section 4-102 of chapter 4-102 of chapter 4 of the Town of Weymouth Ordinances is hereby amended by inserting after the clause "Department of Libraries" the following new clause: - Department of Asset Management. SECTION 2. Section 4-202 of chapter 4 of the Town of Weymouth Ordinances is hereby amended by striking out subsection (b) and inserting in place thereof the following subsection: (b) Scope of Department Activities. The Department of Administrative and Community Services shall be responsible for and shall include the following functions: 1. Emergency Management Services. 2. Commission on Disabilities; 3. Elder Services; 4. Recreation; 5. Veterans' Services 6. Youth and Family Services; 7. Community events; and 8. Cultural Council. SECTION 3. Section 4-202 of chapter 4 of the Town of Weymouth Ordinances is hereby amended by striking out, in subsection (c)(4), the figure ";" and inserting in place thereof the following figure: SECTION 4. Section 4-202 of chapter 4 of the Town of Weymouth Ordinances is hereby amended by striking out subsection (c)(5). SECTION 5. Section 4-202 of chapter 4 of the Town of Weymouth Ordinances is hereby amended by striking out subsection (d)(2). SECTION 6. Chapter 4 of the Town of Weymouth Ordinances is hereby...
From the minutes
“The Mayor has to sign once it's voted before an amendment can be filed, but it can be taken up at the meeting of April 17, 2018. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: DiFazio, second: Mathews)
Approve the Draft Resolution-Revised on 2 April, 2018-Revision 3 as read into the record: "WHEREAS: It has been determined by the Weymouth Town Council, as the legislative branch of government for...
Motion was made by Councilor Lacey to approve the Draft Resolution-Revised on 2 April, 2018-Revision 3 as read into the record: "WHEREAS: It has been determined by the Weymouth Town Council, as the legislative branch of government for the town of Weymouth, that the Mayor of the town of Weymouth, as the executive branch of government has failed to comply with provisions in the Weymouth Town Charter; WHEREAS: Pursuant to section 6-8 of the Town Charter (Allotments) and allotment schedule of the appropriations of all personnel categories included in the budget, indicating the amounts to be expended by the department, are to be submitted to the Chief Financial Officer, with a copy to the Town Clerk on or before August 1st of each year; On March 12, 2018, a "Salary Allotment Report: Month Eight of Twelve" was filed with the Town Clerk's office. WHEREAS: Pursuant to section 8-14 of the Town Charter (Annual Report of the Town) an annual report which contains a general summary of the activities of all town agencies, shall be published within ninety days following the close of each fiscal year. The fiscal year 2017 annual report of the town was due to be published by September 28, 2017, an email and letter addressed to the Mayor dated November 14, 2017 informed him of this issue; On February 9, 2018 the Mayor issued the Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2017. WHEREAS: Pursuant to section 5-1 of the Town Charter (Organization of Town Agencies) reorganization plans created by the Mayor,...
Yes: DiFazio, Hackett, Happel, Haugh, Heffernan, Lacey, Mathews, Molisse, SmartNo: Harrington
From the minutes
“Councilor Harrington suggested that they have made these points abundantly clear to the Mayor's office and the Mayor understands and uttered conciliatory words and rededicated himself to working with the Council; he is not comfortable with belaboring the point. VOTE PASSED, 9-1 (Councilor Harrington- NO).” (Motion: Lacey, second: Mathews)
17 127-Zoning Amendment to Create a Commercial Corridor Overlay District
Approve measure 17 127 (Zoning Amendment to Create a Commercial Corridor Overlay District)
Motion was made by Councilor DiFazio to approve measure 17 127; that the Town of Weymouth, through the Town Council, hereby amend the Town of Weymouth Code of Ordinances in the following manner: SECTION 1. Chapter 120 of the Town of Weymouth Ordinances is hereby amended by adding the following new article: Article VIIB Commercial Corridor Overlay District 120-25.14 Purpose and Intent The Commercial Corridor Overlay District is an overlay district. Parcels within the overlay district are subject to either the additional requirements of the overlay district or the underlying district at the applicant's option. In cases where a conflict exists, the regulations of the overlay zoning or the underlying zoning shall apply based upon the scheme the applicant intends to comply. The overlay district applies to the underlying districts in specific areas that are zoned as Business District (B-1) and Highway Transition (HT) with the intent of creating development and redevelopment opportunities along portions of the Town's major commercial corridors in the specific locations identified on the Town of Weymouth Zoning Map. Further, this Overlay District is created to permit the incorporation of a residential component as part of mixed-use developments. This is not possible within the underlying Business District (B-1) and limited within the Highway Transition District (HT). It is hereby declared to be the intent of the Commercial Corridor Overlay District to establish reasonable...
Yes: DiFazio, Hackett, Happel, Harrington, Haugh, Heffernan, Mathews, Molisse, SmartNo: Lacey
From the minutes
“Councilor Lacey also thanked the committee and administration for the work that was done, the strategy and the transparency of the process, but would not support the measure for philosophical reasons; he has always advocated for reduced density and apartments. VOTE PASSED, 9-1. (Councilor Lacey-NO.).” (Motion: DiFazio, second: Mathews)
18 009-Application of Bond Premium
Approve measure 18 009 (Application of Bond Premium)
Motion was made by Councilor Molisse to approve measure 18 009; that the Town of Weymouth vote to supplement each prior vote of this Council that authorizes the borrowing of money to pay costs of capital projects to provide that in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, the premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes thereunder, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs and the amount authorized to be borrowed for each such project shall be reduced by the amount of any such premium applied. Motion was seconded by Vice President Mathews.
From the minutes
“A public hearing was held on March 5, 2018. On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, a motion was made by Councilor Molisse to approve measure 18 009; that the Town of Weymouth vote to supplement each prior vote of this Council that authorizes the borrowing of money to pay costs of capital projects to provide that in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, the premium received by the Town upon the sale of any bonds or notes thereunder, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs and the amount authorized to be borrowed for each such project shall be reduced by the amount of any such premium applied. Motion was seconded by Vice President Mathews. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Mathews)
18 015-Street Light Replacement
Approve measure 18 015 (Street Light Replacement)
Motion was made by Councilor Molisse to approve measure 18 015; that the Town of Weymouth appropriate the sum of $1,200,000 to pay costs of replacing streetlights, and for the payment of all other costs incidental or related thereto, and that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to borrow said amount under and pursuant to M.G.L. c. 44, §7(1), or pursuant to any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the Town therefore; provided however, that the amount of bonds authorized to be issued pursuant to this order shall be reduced by the amount of grants, gifts or rebates received by the Town on account of this project prior to the issuance of such bonds. Any premium received upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this order, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this order in accordance with M.G.L. c. 44, §20, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount, as amended. The motion was seconded by Vice President Mathews.
From the minutes
“Councilor Molisse thanked CFO Connolly and Mr. Frasier from Bond Counsel. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Mathews)
18 016- School Boiler Replacement
Approve measure 18 016 (School Boiler Replacement)
Motion was made by Councilor Molisse to approve measure 18 016; that the Town of Weymouth appropriate the amount of Two Million Three Hundred Sixty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Twelve Dollars ($2,361,712) for the purpose of paying costs of the complete removal and replacement of the Thomas W. Hamilton Primary Schools original boiler system located at 400 Union Street, South Weymouth, Massachusetts 02190 and for the complete removal and replacement of the Wessagusset Primary Schools original boiler system located at 75 Pilgrim Road, North Weymouth, Massachusetts 02191, which proposed repair projects would materially extend the useful life of the schools and preserve assets that otherwise are capable of supporting the required educational program, said sum to be expended under the direction of the Town of Weymouth Construction Steering Committee, and to meet said appropriation, the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to borrow said sum under M.G.L Chapter 44, or any other enabling authority, and that the Town of Weymouth acknowledges that the Massachusetts School Building Authority ("MSBA") grant program is a non- entitlement, discretionary program based on need, as determined by the MSBA, and any Project costs the Town of Weymouth incurs in excess of any grant approved by and received from the MSBA shall be the sole responsibility of the Town of Weymouth; provided that any grant that the Town of Weymouth may receive from the MSBA for the Project...
From the minutes
“44, §20, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount The motion was seconded by Vice President Mathews UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Mathews)
18 018-Appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals, Alternate Seat-Robert
Approve measure 18 018 (Appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals, Alternate Seat-Robert)
Motion was made by Councilor Molisse to approve measure 18 018; that the Town of Weymouth appoint Robert Christian of 27 Michele Drive to the Zoning Board of Appeals as an Alternate Member and was seconded by Vice President Mathews.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, a motion was made by Councilor Molisse to approve measure 18 018; that the Town of Weymouth appoint Robert Christian of 27 Michele Drive to the Zoning Board of Appeals as an Alternate Member and was seconded by Vice President Mathews. His term will expire on June 30, 2020. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Mathews)
18 020-Fiscal Year 2017 Audited Financial Statements and Management Letter-
Refer measure 18 020 to the Budget/Management Committee (Fiscal Year 2017 Audited Financial Statements and Management Letter-)
A Motion was made by Vice President Mathews to refer measure 18 020 to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Hackett.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made by Vice President Mathews to refer measure 18 020 to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Hackett. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: Hackett)
Adjourn the meeting
MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to adjourn the meeting and was seconded by Councilor Hackett.
From the minutes
“At 10:03PM; there being no further business, a MOTION was made by Vice President Mathews to adjourn the meeting and was seconded by Councilor Hackett. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Mathews, second: Hackett)
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