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April 7, 2025
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Present: Michael Molisse, Pascale Burga, Rick Coughlin, Fred Happel, Maureen Kiely, Gary MacDougall, Arthur Mathews, Greg Shanahan, Carrie Palazzo
Absent: Kenneth DiFazio, Christopher Heffernan
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Minutes
Approve the Budget Management Committee Meeting minutes of March 17th, 2025
Councilor Burga made a motion to approve the Budget Management Committee Meeting minutes of March 17th, 2025. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“MINUTES Budget Management Committee Meeting Minutes of March 17th, 2025 Councilor Burga made a motion to approve the Budget Management Committee Meeting minutes of March 17th, 2025. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
Town Council Meeting Minutes of March 17th, 2025
Approve the Town Council Meeting minutes of March 17th, 2025
Councilor Burga made a motion to approve the Town Council Meeting minutes of March 17th, 2025. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Town Council Meeting Minutes of March 17th, 2025 Councilor Burga made a motion to approve the Town Council Meeting minutes of March 17th, 2025. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
Resident And Community Comment
Refer this resident and community comment, proposed amendment to Code of Ordinances Section 6-707 (k) and (n) - Dogs & Cats on the behalf of Lisa Nollet to the Ordinance Committee
Vice President Burga made a motion to refer this resident and community comment, proposed amendment to Code of Ordinances Section 6-707 (k) and (n) - Dogs & Cats on the behalf of Lisa Nollet to the Ordinance Committee.
The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“Vice President Burga made a motion to refer this resident and community comment, proposed amendment to Code of Ordinances Section 6-707 (k) and (n) - Dogs & Cats on the behalf of Lisa Nollet to the Ordinance Committee. President Molisse asked if there was any discussion. Councilor Mathews stated that the Ordinance was changed in 2015 and requested the Animal Control Officer, Police and Parks & Rec be invited to the meeting as well. Councilor Coughlin stated that when the committee meets the public cannot speak, he would want the issue to go to the Ordinance Committee, but also wants the people to be able to be heard on the matter. President Molisse responded that they would need to see what happened once it goes to the Ordinance Committee. Councilor Palazzo asked if letters of support could be sent and President Molisse stated members of the public can do so and they can be turned into the Town Council office. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga)
Public Hearings
Open the public hearing for measure 25 034 - Sewer Department - Lower Central Sewer Improvement Project - Borrowing Request
Councilor Burga made a motion to open the public hearing for measure 25 034 - Sewer Department - Lower Central Sewer Improvement Project - Borrowing Request. The public hearing was published on March 28th , 2025 Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“PUBLIC HEARINGS 25 034 - Sewer Department - Lower Central Sewer Improvement Project - Borrowing Request Councilor Burga made a motion to open the public hearing for measure 25 034 - Sewer Department - Lower Central Sewer Improvement Project - Borrowing Request. The public hearing was published on March 28th , 2025 Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
25 034 - Sewer Department - Lower Central Sewer Improvement Project - Borrowing
Close public hearing for 25 034 Sewer Department - Lower Central Sewer Improvement Project - Borrowing Request
Councilor Burga made motion to close public hearing for 25 034 Sewer Department - Lower Central Sewer Improvement Project - Borrowing Request and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Councilor Burga made motion to close public hearing for 25 034 Sewer Department - Lower Central Sewer Improvement Project - Borrowing Request and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
25 050 Free Cash - Modular Classrooms is hereby submitted for consideration by Town
Refer measure 25 050 Free Cash - Modular Classrooms to the Budget Management Committee
Councilor Burga made a motion to refer measure 25 050 Free Cash - Modular Classrooms to the Budget Management Committee. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Councilor Burga made a motion to refer measure 25 050 Free Cash - Modular Classrooms to the Budget Management Committee. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
25 051 Free Cash - Wessagusset Walk is submitted to Town Council for its consideration and
Refer measure 25 051 Free Cash - Wessagusset Walk to the Budget Management Committee
Councilor Burga made a motion to refer measure 25 051 Free Cash - Wessagusset Walk to the Budget Management Committee. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“At the time of this submittal the available amount of Free Cash is $7,207,832.00 Councilor Burga made a motion to refer measure 25 051 Free Cash - Wessagusset Walk to the Budget Management Committee. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
25 052 Measure Authorizing Creation of a Development Program District at Union Point is
Refer measure 25 052 Measure Authorizing Creation of a Development Program District at Union Point to the Southfield Committee
Councilor Burga made a motion to refer measure 25 052 Measure Authorizing Creation of a Development Program District at Union Point to the Southfield Committee. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Councilor Burga made a motion to refer measure 25 052 Measure Authorizing Creation of a Development Program District at Union Point to the Southfield Committee. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
Group measures 25 053 through and including 25 0055 together
Councilor Burga made a motion to group measures 25 053 through and including 25 0055 together, seconded by Councilor Coughlin.
From the minutes
“Chief Financial Officer Anthony Delmonaco presented the motions and read the list of reappointments Councilor Burga made a motion to group measures 25 053 through and including 25 0055 together, seconded by Councilor Coughlin. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED. There was no Councilor opposition to the reappointments:.” (Motion: Burga, second: Coughlin)
Accept the reappointment list (Measure Authorizing Creation of a Development Program District at Union Point is)
Councilor Burga made a motion to accept the reappointment list, seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“25 053 - Reappointment to Veterans Council - Gerald Burke 25 054 - Reappointment to Board of Elder Services - Laureen Pizzi 25 055 - Reappointment to 4th of July Committee - Mary Roy 25 056 - Reappointment to Youth Coalition - Mary Roy Councilor Burga made a motion to accept the reappointment list, seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIAMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
25 030 Contract for Independent Audit of FY25, FY26 & FY27
Favorable action on measure 25 030 - Contract for Independent Audit of FY25, FY26 & FY27
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I hereby submit the following measure to the full Town Council for favorable action, that the Town Council in accordance with the provision of Section 6-11 of the Town Charter, proceed to take a formal vote for the award of a three (3) year contract for Independent Audit Services to be performed of FY25, FY26 & FY27, with an option to add two 1-year extensions upon mutual agreement and town fiscal appropriation. Motion was seconded by Councilor Burga,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I hereby submit the following measure to the full Town Council for favorable action, that the Town Council in accordance with the provision of Section 6-11 of the Town Charter, proceed to take a formal vote for the award of a three (3) year contract for Independent Audit Services to be performed of FY25, FY26 & FY27, with an option to add two 1-year extensions upon mutual agreement and town fiscal appropriation. Motion was seconded by Councilor Burga, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Burga)
25 031 - Appointment of Chief Financial Officer
Favorable action on measure 25 031 - Appointment of Chief Financial Officer
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I hereby submit the following measure to the full Town Council for favorable action, that the Town of Weymouth, through Town Council with the approval of the Mayor, hereby move in accordance with Section 2-10 of the Weymouth Town Charter, to approve Anthony Delmonaco as Chief Financial Officer. Motion was seconded by Councilor Burga,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I hereby submit the following measure to the full Town Council for favorable action, that the Town of Weymouth, through Town Council with the approval of the Mayor, hereby move in accordance with Section 2-10 of the Weymouth Town Charter, to approve Anthony Delmonaco as Chief Financial Officer. Motion was seconded by Councilor Burga, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Burga)
25 032 - Acceptance of Gift & Creation of Donation Account
Vote on measure 25 032 - Acceptance of Gift & Creation of Donation Account
This donation is only restricted by the terms and condition and department authorization, with consent of the Mayor, should be granted to expend monies in accordance with the proposed schedule to be approved by the School Committee, annually. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“This donation is only restricted by the terms and condition and department authorization, with consent of the Mayor, should be granted to expend monies in accordance with the proposed schedule to be approved by the School Committee, annually. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 033 - 5- Year Contract for School Curriculum
Favorable action on measure 25 033 - 5- Year Contract for School Curriculum
President Molisse thanked Mr. Smith for this hard work. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I hereby submit the following measure for consideration by Town Council, that the Town be authorized to enter into a contract for "ELA Curriculum with Great Minds; Wit & Wisdom" for a term of five (5) years, commencing on July 1, 2025 pursuant to the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B, Section 12. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“President Molisse thanked Mr. Smith for this hard work. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I hereby submit the following measure for consideration by Town Council, that the Town be authorized to enter into a contract for "ELA Curriculum with Great Minds; Wit & Wisdom" for a term of five (5) years, commencing on July 1, 2025 pursuant to the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B, Section 12. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 034 - Sewer Department - Lower Central Sewer Improvement Project - Borrowing
Favorable action on measure 25 034 - Sewer Department - Lower Central Sewer Improvement Project - Borrowing
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I hereby submit the following measure to the full Town Council for favorable action, that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $9,500,000 to pay the costs associated with the Lower Central Sewer Improvements Project to replace approximately 1,200 linear feet of the existing 30-inch reinforced concrete interceptor with new 42-inch sewer including crossing of the MBTA railroad; and to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer with the approval of the Mayor is authorized to borrow $9,500,000 and issue bonds or notes therefore under Chapter 44 of the General Laws; and that the Mayor is authorized to expend all funds available for the project and to take any other action necessary to carry out the project. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I hereby submit the following measure to the full Town Council for favorable action, that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $9,500,000 to pay the costs associated with the Lower Central Sewer Improvements Project to replace approximately 1,200 linear feet of the existing 30-inch reinforced concrete interceptor with new 42-inch sewer including crossing of the MBTA railroad; and to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer with the approval of the Mayor is authorized to borrow $9,500,000 and issue bonds or notes therefore under Chapter 44 of the General Laws; and that the Mayor is authorized to expend all funds available for the project and to take any other action necessary to carry out the project. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 036 - Appointment to Waterfront Committee - Christian Bragdon
Favorable action on measure 25 036 - Appointment to Waterfront Committee - Christian Bragdon
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I hereby submit the following measure to the full Town Council for favorable action, in accordance with Section 2-10 of the Town Charter, I respectfully submit the name of Christian Bragdon of 32 Woronoco Road, Weymouth, MA 02191 for appointment to the Waterfront Committee. This is a 3-year term due to expire on June 30, 2028. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I hereby submit the following measure to the full Town Council for favorable action, in accordance with Section 2-10 of the Town Charter, I respectfully submit the name of Christian Bragdon of 32 Woronoco Road, Weymouth, MA 02191 for appointment to the Waterfront Committee. This is a 3-year term due to expire on June 30, 2028. Motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely. Councilor Coughlin stated he was thrilled someone with Mr. Bragdon's qualifications had a desire to give back to the community. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
Councilor Burga made a motion to adjourn the meeting, motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Councilor Burga made a motion to adjourn the meeting, motion was seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
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