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April 24, 2023
48 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Arthur Mathews, Michael Molisse, John Abbott, Lisa Belmarsh, Pascale Burga, Kenneth DiFazio, Fred Happel, Christopher Heffernan, Maureen Kiely, Gary MacDougall, Greg Shanahan
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Minutes
Approve the minutes from the April 3, 2023 Town Council meeting
Vice President Molisse motioned to approve the minutes from the April 3, 2023 Town Council meeting and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“MINUTES Town Council Meeting Minutes of April 3, 2023 Vice President Molisse motioned to approve the minutes from the April 3, 2023 Town Council meeting and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
Town Council Meeting Minutes of April 3, 2023
Take agenda Item 9 - Reports of Committees out of order
Vice President Molisse motioned to take agenda Item 9 - Reports of Committees out of order and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to take agenda Item 9 - Reports of Committees out of order and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 042- Appointment to Cultural Council- Melanie Gingrich
Approve the measure (Appointment to Cultural Council- Melanie Gingrich)
On behalf of the Ordinance Committee, Vice President Molisse motioned to approve the measure; that the Town of Weymouth, in accordance with 2-10 of the Town Charter appoint Melanie Gingrich of 24 Chestnut Creek to Cultural Council for a 2-year term to expire on June 30, 2025. Councilor Kiely seconded the motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Ordinance Committee, Vice President Molisse motioned to approve the measure; that the Town of Weymouth, in accordance with 2-10 of the Town Charter appoint Melanie Gingrich of 24 Chestnut Creek to Cultural Council for a 2-year term to expire on June 30, 2025. Councilor Kiely seconded the motion. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 043- Appointment- Community Events Committee- April Lenahan
Approve the measure (Appointment- Community Events Committee- April Lenahan)
On behalf of the Ordinance Committee, Councilor DiFazio motioned to approve the measure; that the Town of Weymouth, in accordance with 2-10 of the Town Charter appoint April Lenahan of 14 Shawmut Avenue to Community Events Committee for a 3-year term to expire on June 30, 2026. Councilor Kiely seconded the motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Ordinance Committee, Councilor DiFazio motioned to approve the measure; that the Town of Weymouth, in accordance with 2-10 of the Town Charter appoint April Lenahan of 14 Shawmut Avenue to Community Events Committee for a 3-year term to expire on June 30, 2026. Councilor Kiely seconded the motion. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: DiFazio, second: Kiely)
23 044- Appointment to Cultural Council-Gina O'Leary
Approve the measure (Appointment to Cultural Council-Gina O'Leary)
On behalf of the Ordinance Committee, Councilor DiFazio motioned to approve the measure; that the Town of Weymouth, in accordance with 2-10 of the Town Charter appoint Gina O'Leary of 200 Trotter Road to Cultural Council for a 2-year term to expire on June 30, 2025. Councilor Kiely seconded the motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Ordinance Committee, Councilor DiFazio motioned to approve the measure; that the Town of Weymouth, in accordance with 2-10 of the Town Charter appoint Gina O'Leary of 200 Trotter Road to Cultural Council for a 2-year term to expire on June 30, 2025. Councilor Kiely seconded the motion. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: DiFazio, second: Kiely)
Public Hearings
Open the public hearing on the measure
Vice President Molisse motioned to open the public hearing on the measure and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“PUBLIC HEARINGS 23 035- FY23 Opioid Settlement- Special Purpose Stabilization Fund Vice President Molisse motioned to open the public hearing on the measure and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. This was advertised on April 4, 2023. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 035- FY23 Opioid Settlement- Special Purpose Stabilization Fund
Close the public hearing on the measure (FY23 Opioid Settlement- Special Purpose Stabilization Fund)
Vice President Molisse motioned to close the public hearing on the measure and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to close the public hearing on the measure and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 036- Free Cash Transfer to Fire Department Overtime
Open the public hearing on the measure (Free Cash Transfer to Fire Department Overtime)
Vice President Molisse motioned to open the public hearing on the measure and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“23 036- Free Cash Transfer to Fire Department Overtime Vice President Molisse motioned to open the public hearing on the measure and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
Close the public hearing on the measure (Free Cash Transfer to Fire Department Overtime)
Vice President Molisse motioned to close the public hearing on the measure and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to close the public hearing on the measure and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 045- FY24 Annual Appropriation- General Government
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY24 Annual Appropriation- General Government)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 046- FY24 Annual Authorization - Revolving Accounts
Refer the measure to the Committee (FY24 Annual Authorization - Revolving Accounts)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Committee and was seconded by Councilor .
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Committee and was seconded by Councilor . Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse)
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY24 Annual Authorization - Revolving Accounts)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
22 047- FY23 Annual Authorization - Gift Accounts
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY23 Annual Authorization - Gift Accounts)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Account Fund Description Limit to Accept Limit to Expend 5401 Junior Police Academy $20000 $30000 5403 Community Policing $10,000 $10,000 5406 Fourth of July $50,000 $50,000 5407 Beautification $150,000 $250,000 5408 Library $20,000 $10,000 5409 Health $5,000 $3,000 5410 Health Clinics $10,000 $15,000 5414 Fire Department $5,000 $15,000 5415 DARE $10,000 $15,000 5419 MAP Program (Elder Svcs) $20,000 $5,000 5422 Veterans Memorial Wall $5,000 $5,000 5423 Veteran's Service Donations $10,000 $10,000 5425 Great Esker Park $20,000 $20,000 5431 Weymouth Day $20,000 $60,000 5432 Recreation $50,000 $50,000 5435 Canine Donations $5,000 $7,000 5438 Fore River - Kings / Lovell Cove $25,000 $25,000 8324 Franklin Pratt - A None required $15,000 8338 James Humphrey Bequest None required $12,000 8339 Christine Sweetser None required $17,000 Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 048- FY24 Annual Appropriation - Sewer Enterprise Fund
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY24 Annual Appropriation - Sewer Enterprise Fund)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 049- Sewer Department - MWRA I/I Phase 12 Allocation
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Sewer Department - MWRA I/I Phase 12 Allocation)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 050-Sewer Retained Earnings - Sewer Infrastructure Improvements
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Sewer Retained Earnings - Sewer Infrastructure Improvements)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 051- FY24 Annual Appropriation - Water Enterprise Fund
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY24 Annual Appropriation - Water Enterprise Fund)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 052- Water Retained Earnings- Water Treatment Plant Upgrades & Improvements
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Water Retained Earnings- Water Treatment Plant Upgrades & Improvements)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 053- Water Retained Earnings- Water Treatment Plan Sludge Mitigation
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Water Retained Earnings- Water Treatment Plan Sludge Mitigation)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 054- FY24 Annual Appropriation - CPC
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY24 Annual Appropriation - CPC)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 055- FY24 Annual Appropriation - Facilities and Fields Enterprise
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY24 Annual Appropriation - Facilities and Fields Enterprise)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 056- Free Cash for Stabilization Fund Contribution
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for Stabilization Fund Contribution)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 057- Free Cash for OPEB Fund Contribution
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for OPEB Fund Contribution)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“23 057- Free Cash for OPEB Fund Contribution On behalf of Mayor Hedlund, Chief of Staff Langill requested that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $250,000 from Free Cash to the Town's OPEB Trust Fund Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 058- Free Cash Transfer for Pond Meadow Park
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash Transfer for Pond Meadow Park)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 059- Free Cash for Park Maintenance
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for Park Maintenance)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 060- FY23 Snow/Ice Removal Deficit
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY23 Snow/Ice Removal Deficit)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 061- Free Cash for WPS Technology Needs
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for WPS Technology Needs)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“23 061- Free Cash for WPS Technology Needs On behalf of Mayor Hedlund, Chief of Staff Langill requested that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $750,000 from Free Cash into an 02 fund account for the purpose of funding costs associated with firewall, web filters and data center upgrades for Weymouth Public Schools This is items #35 and #36 on the Capital Improvement Plan Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 062- Free Cash for WHS Career and Technical Education
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for WHS Career and Technical Education)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 063- Free Cash for WPS Utility Vehicles
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for WPS Utility Vehicles)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“This is item #107 on the Capital Improvement Plan Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 064- Free Cash for WHS Furniture Replacement
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for WHS Furniture Replacement)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 065- Free Cash for Wessagusset Front Access and Parking Lot Improvements
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for Wessagusset Front Access and Parking Lot Improvements)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 066- Free Cash for Lovell Pedestrian Bridge
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for Lovell Pedestrian Bridge)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 067- Free Cash for WPD Records Management System
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for WPD Records Management System)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 068- Free Cash for Nash School Field
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for Nash School Field)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 069- Free Cash for WFD C12 Vehicle
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Free Cash for WFD C12 Vehicle)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 070- School Zone (20 Mile Per Hour Speed Limit) on Portions of Pleasant, Commercial, and
Refer the measure to the Ordinance Committee (School Zone (20 Mile Per Hour Speed Limit) on Portions of Pleasant, Commercial, and)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Ordinance Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Ordinance Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 071- FY23 DPW Budget Transfer Request
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY23 DPW Budget Transfer Request)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 072- FY23 Water Enterprise Fund Budget Transfer Request
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY23 Water Enterprise Fund Budget Transfer Request)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 073- Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget Transfer Request
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget Transfer Request)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“23 073- Sewer Enterprise Fund Budget Transfer Request On behalf of Mayor Hedlund, Chief of Staff Langill requested that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $50,000 from the Sewer Enterprise Fund Reserve Account to the Sewer Collection Overtime Account for the purpose of funding the on-call overtime costs through the remainder of FY23. Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 074- FY23 Fuel Depot Supplemental Funding
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (FY23 Fuel Depot Supplemental Funding)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 075- Reappointment to Waterfront Committee- Karen Graham
Accept the reappointment list- Measures 23 075, 23 076, 23 077
Vice President Molisse motioned to accept the reappointment list- Measures 23 075, 23 076, 23 077 and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“23 075- Reappointment to Waterfront Committee- Karen Graham On behalf of Mayor Hedlund, Chief of Staff Langill requested that the Town of Weymouth, in accordance with 2-10 of the town Charter, reappoint Karen Graham of 514 Pleasant Street for reappointment to the Waterfront Committee for a 3-year term due to expire on June 30, 2026 23 076- Reappointment to Cemetery Commission- Liz Cicchese On behalf of Mayor Hedlund, Chief of Staff Langill requested that the Town of Weymouth, in accordance with 2-10 of the town Charter, reappoint Liz Cicchese of 1015 Front Street to the Cemetery Commission for a 3-year term to expire on June 30, 2026. 23 077- Reappointment to Board of Library Trustees- Casey Tocchio On behalf of Mayor Hedlund, Chief of Staff Langill requested that the Town of Weymouth, in accordance with 2-10 of the town Charter, reappoint Casey Tocchio of 44 Wharf Street to the Board of Library Trustees for a 3-year term to expire on June 30, 2026. Vice President Molisse motioned to accept the reappointment list- Measures 23 075, 23 076, 23 077 and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 078- Appointment to Board of Library Trustees- Mary Mahoney
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Appointment to Board of Library Trustees- Mary Mahoney)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 079- Appointment to Scholarship Fund Committee- Cynthia Page
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Appointment to Scholarship Fund Committee- Cynthia Page)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 080- Appointment to Fourth of July Committee- Lisa Webb
Refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee (Appointment to Fourth of July Committee- Lisa Webb)
Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“23 080- Appointment to Fourth of July Committee- Lisa Webb On behalf of Mayor Hedlund, Chief of Staff Langill requested that the Town of Weymouth, in accordance with 2-10 of the town Charter, appoint Lisa Webb of 23 Church Street to the Fourth of July Committee for a 3-year term to expire on June 30, 2026. This is to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Peter Webb, Jr. Vice President Molisse motioned to refer the measure to the Budget/Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
Reports Of Committees
Approve the measure: accept the provisions of MGL c.40 § 5B and establish an Opioid Settlement Special Purpose Stabilization Fund as a special reserve to appropriate fund received from the...
On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, Vice President Molisse motioned to approve the measure; that the Town of Weymouth accept the provisions of MGL c.40 § 5B and establish an Opioid Settlement Special Purpose Stabilization Fund as a special reserve to appropriate fund received from the statewide opioid settlements, for prevention education, treatment, and support of recovery services to those impacted by opioid use disorder. Councilor Kiely seconded the motion.
From the minutes
“REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Budget/Management Committee-Chair Michael Molisse Vice President Molisse reported that the Budget/Management Committee met on April 24, 2023 to deliberate the following: 23 035-FY23 Opioid Settlement - Special Purpose Stabilization Fund This measure was referred to the committee on April 3, 2023. The committee met on April 24, 3023. A public hearing was conducted on April 24, 2023. On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, Vice President Molisse motioned to approve the measure; that the Town of Weymouth accept the provisions of MGL c.40 § 5B and establish an Opioid Settlement Special Purpose Stabilization Fund as a special reserve to appropriate fund received from the statewide opioid settlements, for prevention education, treatment, and support of recovery services to those impacted by opioid use disorder. Councilor Kiely seconded the motion. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
23 036- Free Cash Transfer to Fire Department Overtime
Approve the measure (Free Cash Transfer to Fire Department Overtime)
On behalf of the Ordinance Committee, Councilor Molisse motioned to approve the measure; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $15,000 from Sick Incentive Pay account, $40,000 from Fire Out-of-Grade Pay account, $35,000 from Fire Salaries Account, $50,000 from Fire Details Account and $680,000 from Free Cash for a total of $820,000 to the Fire Department Overtime account. Councilor Kiely seconded the motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Ordinance Committee, Councilor Molisse motioned to approve the measure; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $15,000 from Sick Incentive Pay account, $40,000 from Fire Out-of-Grade Pay account, $35,000 from Fire Salaries Account, $50,000 from Fire Details Account and $680,000 from Free Cash for a total of $820,000 to the Fire Department Overtime account. Councilor Kiely seconded the motion. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
New Business
Refer the matter to the Rules Committee and Councilor MacDougall seconded
Councilor Belmarsh motioned to refer the matter to the Rules Committee and Councilor MacDougall seconded.
From the minutes
“Councilor Belmarsh motioned to refer the matter to the Rules Committee and Councilor MacDougall seconded. Councilor Abbott - who manages WETC budget? M Heinrich, the funding is subject to subscriptions. Afford them the opportunity. Vice president Molisse- mayor signed a contract with WETC. See what's in that. Councilor Burga- contractual obligations streaming or zoom? What able to do or not. AM invite solicitor McLeod. Councilor MacDougall- any town's committee. Extraordinary that Weymouth does not allow for that transparency. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Belmarsh, second: MacDougall)
Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
Vice President Molisse motioned to adjourn the meeting and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“ADJOURNMENT The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Town Council is May 1, 2023. At 9:16 PM; there being no further business, Vice President Molisse motioned to adjourn the meeting and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Unanimously voted.” (Motion: Molisse, second: Kiely)
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