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June 16, 2025
55 recorded votes, 47 with disagreement.
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Present: Michael Molisse, Pascale Burga, Rick Coughlin, Kenneth DiFazio, Fred Happel, Christopher Heffernan, Maureen Kiely, Gary MacDougall, Arthur Mathews, Greg Shanahan, Carrie Palazzo
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Greg Shanahan stepped aside (recused) for at least one vote.
- Michael Molisse stepped aside (recused) for at least one vote.
Every vote, in order
Announcements
Take section nine, Reports of Committees out of order
Vice President Burga made a motion to take section nine, Reports of Committees out of order and was seconded by Councilor Mathews.
From the minutes
“Vice President Burga made a motion to take section nine, Reports of Committees out of order and was seconded by Councilor Mathews. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Mathews)
02188 for appointment to the Weymouth Housing Authority. This is a five-year term due to
Vote on measure 02188 - for appointment to the Weymouth Housing Authority. This is a five-year term due to
This measure was referred to the Budget Management Committee on June 2nd , 2025 and was heard at the Budget Management Committee meeting that evening. Seconded by Vice President Burga.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“This measure was referred to the Budget Management Committee on June 2nd , 2025 and was heard at the Budget Management Committee meeting that evening. Seconded by Vice President Burga. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Burga)
25 077 - Reserve Fund Transfer - Election Overtime
Vote on measure 25 077 - Reserve Fund Transfer - Election Overtime
$14,312.87 from the FY 25 reserve fund (11325201-573100) to the Town Clerk Election Overtime line item (13104405-558702) for the purpose of funding costs associated with election overtime. The available Reserve Fund balance was $178,100. Seconded by Vice President Burga.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“$14,312.87 from the FY 25 reserve fund (11325201-573100) to the Town Clerk Election Overtime line item (13104405-558702) for the purpose of funding costs associated with election overtime. The available Reserve Fund balance was $178,100. Seconded by Vice President Burga. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Burga)
25 078 - Reserve Fund Transfer - Weymouth Fire Department Sick Leave Buyback
Favorable action on measure 25 078 - Reserve Fund Transfer - Weymouth Fire Department Sick Leave Buyback
Chair Shanahan stated on behalf of the Budget Management Committee I submit the following measure of the Town Council for its consideration and action that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $133,315 from the FY25 reserve fund (11325201-573100) to the Fire Department Sick Leave Incentive Pay line item (13204105-515300) for the purpose of funding costs associated with the Weymouth Fire Department's Sick Leave Buyback Incentive. The available Reserve Fund balance was $178,100. Seconded by Vice President Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Chair Shanahan stated on behalf of the Budget Management Committee I submit the following measure of the Town Council for its consideration and action that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $133,315 from the FY25 reserve fund (11325201-573100) to the Fire Department Sick Leave Incentive Pay line item (13204105-515300) for the purpose of funding costs associated with the Weymouth Fire Department's Sick Leave Buyback Incentive. The available Reserve Fund balance was $178,100. Seconded by Vice President Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 058 CPA Funding Request - Pope Towers Generator
Favorable action on measure 25 058 - CPA Funding Request - Pope Towers Generator
I hereby submit to the full Town Council the following measure for consideration and action that the Town of Weymouth appropriate the sum of $150,000 from the Housing Fund balance account (4906-321006) for the purpose of providing a generator at Pope Towers as described in the request put forward by the Weymouth Housing Authority. At the time of the submittal, the balance of the housing fund balance account is $956,277.89. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“I hereby submit to the full Town Council the following measure for consideration and action that the Town of Weymouth appropriate the sum of $150,000 from the Housing Fund balance account (4906-321006) for the purpose of providing a generator at Pope Towers as described in the request put forward by the Weymouth Housing Authority. At the time of the submittal, the balance of the housing fund balance account is $956,277.89. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Accept the Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2026 to 2030 (CPA Funding Request - Pope Towers Generator)
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to accept the Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2026 to 2030. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Capital Improvement Plan FY 2026 - FY 2030 Chair Shanahan stated the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2026 to FY 2030 was deliberated on May 12th , 2025 and voted unanimous favorable action by the Budget Management Committee on June 2nd , 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to accept the Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2026 to 2030. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 A - Town Council
Approve measure 25 060 A Town Council in the amount of $474,722
The motion to approve measure 25 060 A Town Council in the amount of $474,722. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 A Town Council in the amount of $474,722. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 B - Mayor's Office
Approve measure 25 060 B Mayor's Office in the amount of $617,122
The motion to approve measure 25 060 B Mayor's Office in the amount of $617,122. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 B Mayor's Office in the amount of $617,122. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 C - Reserve Fund
Approve measure 25 060 C Reserve Fund in the amount of $260,000
The motion to approve measure 25 060 C Reserve Fund in the amount of $260,000. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 C Reserve Fund in the amount of $260,000. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 D - Municipal Finance
Approve measure 25 060 D Municipal Finance in the amount of $1,983,590
The motion to approve measure 25 060 D Municipal Finance in the amount of $1,983,590. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 D Municipal Finance in the amount of $1,983,590. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 E - Town Solicitor
Approve measure 25 060 E Town Solicitor in the amount of $426,334
The motion to approve measure 25 060 E Town Solicitor in the amount of $426,334. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 E Town Solicitor in the amount of $426,334. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 F - Information Services
Approve measure 25 060 F Information Services in the amount of $1,213,089
The motion to approve measure 25 060 F Information Services in the amount of $1,213,089. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 F Information Services in the amount of $1,213,089. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 G - Town Clerk
Approve measure 25 060 G Town Clerk in the amount of $638,617
The motion to approve measure 25 060 G Town Clerk in the amount of $638,617. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 G Town Clerk in the amount of $638,617. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 H - Planning and Development
Approve measure 25 060 H Planning and Development in the amount of $715,410
The motion to approve measure 25 060 H Planning and Development in the amount of $715,410. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 H Planning and Development in the amount of $715,410. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 I - Insurance
Approve measure 25 060 I Insurance in the amount of $1,603,527
The motion to approve measure 25 060 I Insurance in the amount of $1,603,527. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 I Insurance in the amount of $1,603,527. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 J - Asset Management (Shanahan recused himself)
Approve measure 25 060 J Asset Management in the amount of $1,820,425
The motion to approve measure 25 060 J Asset Management in the amount of $1,820,425. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
Greg Shanahan stepped aside (recused) and is not shown as voting. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 J Asset Management in the amount of $1,820,425. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 K - Human Resources
Approve measure 25 060 K Human Resources in the amount of $280,402
The motion to approve measure 25 060 K Human Resources in the amount of $280,402. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 K Human Resources in the amount of $280,402. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 L - Police
Approve measure 25 060 L Police in the amount of $16,922,670
The motion to approve measure 25 060 L Police in the amount of $16,922,670. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 L Police in the amount of $16,922,670. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 M - Fire
Approve measure 25 060 M Fire in the amount of $12,640,086
The motion to approve measure 25 060 M Fire in the amount of $12,640,086. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 M Fire in the amount of $12,640,086. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 N - Licensing and Inspections
Approve measure 25 060 N Licensing and Inspections in the amount of $796,969
The motion to approve measure 25 060 N Licensing and Inspections in the amount of $796,969. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 N Licensing and Inspections in the amount of $796,969. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 O - Department of Public Works
Approve measure 25 060 O Department of Public Works in the amount of $11,031,986
The motion to approve measure 25 060 O Department of Public Works in the amount of $11,031,986. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 O Department of Public Works in the amount of $11,031,986. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 P - Health
Approve measure 25 060 P Health in the amount of $744,735
The motion to approve measure 25 060 P Health in the amount of $744,735. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 P Health in the amount of $744,735. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 Q - Library
Approve measure 25 060 Q Library in the amount of $2,096,904
The motion to approve measure 25 060 Q Library in the amount of $2,096,904 Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 Q Library in the amount of $2,096,904 Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 R - Veterans Services
Approve measure 25 060 R Veterans Services in the amount of $586,943
The motion to approve measure 25 060 R Veterans Services in the amount of $586,943. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 R Veterans Services in the amount of $586,943. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 S - Parks and Recreation
Approve measure 25 060 S Parks and Recreation in the amount of $455,287
The motion to approve measure 25 060 S Parks and Recreation in the amount of $455,287. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 S Parks and Recreation in the amount of $455,287. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 T - Elder Services (Molisse recused himself from the vote)
Approve measure 25 060 T Elder Services in the amount of $417,351
The motion to approve measure 25 060 T Elder Services in the amount of $417,351. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
Michael Molisse stepped aside (recused) and is not shown as voting. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 T Elder Services in the amount of $417,351. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 U - Civil Defense
Approve measure 25 060 U Civil Defense in the amount of $28,079
The motion to approve measure 25 060 U Civil Defense in the amount of $28,079. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 U Civil Defense in the amount of $28,079. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 V - Commission on Disabilities
Approve measure 25 060 V Commission on Disabilities in the amount of $400
The motion to approve measure 25 060 V Commission on Disabilities in the amount of $400. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 V Commission on Disabilities in the amount of $400. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 W - Youth and Family Services
Approve measure 25 060 W Youth and Family Services in the amount of $249,303
The motion to approve measure 25 060 W Youth and Family Services in the amount of $249,303. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 W Youth and Family Services in the amount of $249,303. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 X - Debt
Approve measure 25 060 X Debt in the amount of $9,295,429
The motion to approve measure 25 060 X Debt in the amount of $9,295,429. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 X Debt in the amount of $9,295,429. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 Y - Pensions and Benefits
Approve measure 25 060 Y Pensions and Benefits in the amount of $47,628,203
The motion to approve measure 25 060 Y Pensions and Benefits in the amount of $47,628,203. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 Y Pensions and Benefits in the amount of $47,628,203. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 Z - Schools
Approve measure 25 060 Z Schools in the amount of $90,113,902
The motion to approve measure 25 060 Z Schools in the amount of $90,113,902. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 Z Schools in the amount of $90,113,902. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 AA - State Assessments
Approve measure 25 060 AA State Assessments in the amount of $8,169,356
The motion to approve measure 25 060 AA State Assessments in the amount of $8,169,356. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 AA State Assessments in the amount of $8,169,356. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 BB - Southfield Payments
Approve measure 25 060 BB Southfield Payments in the amount of $1,172,850
The motion to approve measure 25 060 BB Southfield Payments in the amount of $1,172,850. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 BB Southfield Payments in the amount of $1,172,850. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 060 CC - Overlay for Abatements
Approve measure 25 060 CC Overlay for Abatements in the amount of $850,000
The motion to approve measure 25 060 CC Overlay for Abatements in the amount of $850,000. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion to approve measure 25 060 CC Overlay for Abatements in the amount of $850,000. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 061 - FY 26 Annual Appropriation - Sewer Enterprise Fund
Approve measure 25 061 (FY 26 Annual Appropriation - Sewer Enterprise Fund)
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 061; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $18,843,206 from the Sewer Enterprise fund receipts and appropriate for salaries, operation and expenses during FY 26 for the sewer department and that the DPW director, with the approval of the Mayor be authorized to expend said funds. Also, that any expenditures from the reserve fund for extraordinary and unforeseen circumstances is subject to the approval of the Mayor and Town Council. Seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“25 061 - FY 26 Annual Appropriation - Sewer Enterprise Fund Deliberated on May 14, 2025. Voted favorably at Budget Management on June 2, 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 061; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $18,843,206 from the Sewer Enterprise fund receipts and appropriate for salaries, operation and expenses during FY 26 for the sewer department and that the DPW director, with the approval of the Mayor be authorized to expend said funds. Also, that any expenditures from the reserve fund for extraordinary and unforeseen circumstances is subject to the approval of the Mayor and Town Council. Seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 062 - Sewer Retained Earnings - Sewer Infrastructure Improvements
Approve measure 25 062 (Sewer Retained Earnings - Sewer Infrastructure Improvements)
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 062; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $1,000,000 from the Sewer Enterprise Fund's retained earnings for the purpose of funding the costs associated with sewer infrastructure and pump station improvements Seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“25 062 - Sewer Retained Earnings - Sewer Infrastructure Improvements Deliberated on May 14, 2025. Voted favorably at Budget Management on June 2, 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 062; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $1,000,000 from the Sewer Enterprise Fund's retained earnings for the purpose of funding the costs associated with sewer infrastructure and pump station improvements Seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Approve measure 25 063
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 063; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $11,756,548 from the Water Enterprise Fund receipts and appropriate for salaries, operation and expenses during FY 26 for the Sewer Dept and that the DPW Director with the approval of the Mayor, be authorized to expend said funds. Any expenditure from the reserve fund for extraordinary and unforeseen circumstances is subject to the approval of the Mayor and Town Council. Seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“25 063 - FY 26 Annual Appropriation - Water Enterprise Fund Deliberated on May 14, 2025. Voted favorably at Budget Management on June 2, 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 063; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $11,756,548 from the Water Enterprise Fund receipts and appropriate for salaries, operation and expenses during FY 26 for the Sewer Dept and that the DPW Director with the approval of the Mayor, be authorized to expend said funds. Any expenditure from the reserve fund for extraordinary and unforeseen circumstances is subject to the approval of the Mayor and Town Council. Seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 064 - Water Retained Earnings - Water Main Improvements
Approve measure 25 064 (Water Retained Earnings - Water Main Improvements)
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 064; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $500,000 from the Water Enterprise Fund's retained earnings for the purpose of funding the costs associated with water maint improvements and upgrades. Seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“25 064 - Water Retained Earnings - Water Main Improvements Deliberated on May 14, 2025. Voted favorably at Budget Management on June 2, 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 064; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $500,000 from the Water Enterprise Fund's retained earnings for the purpose of funding the costs associated with water maint improvements and upgrades. Seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 065 - Water Retained Earnings - Water Tank Restoration
Approve measure 25 065 (Water Retained Earnings - Water Tank Restoration)
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 065; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $900,000 from the Water Enterprise Fund's retained earnings for the purpose of funding the costs associated with water tank restoration and painting. Seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“25 065 - Water Retained Earnings - Water Tank Restoration Deliberated on May 14, 2025. Voted favorably at Budget Management on June 2, 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 065; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $900,000 from the Water Enterprise Fund's retained earnings for the purpose of funding the costs associated with water tank restoration and painting. Seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 066 - FY 26 Annual Appropriation - CPC
Approve measure 24 058
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 24 058; that the Town of Weymouth adopt the recommendation of the Community Preservation Committee for the fiscal year 2026 Community Preservation budget in the amount of $1,204,000. Seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“25 066 - FY 26 Annual Appropriation - CPC Deliberated May 12, 2025. Voted favorably at Budget Management on June 2, 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 24 058; that the Town of Weymouth adopt the recommendation of the Community Preservation Committee for the fiscal year 2026 Community Preservation budget in the amount of $1,204,000. Seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 067 - FY 26 Annual Appropriation - Facilities and Fields Enterprise Fund
Approve measure 25 067 (FY 26 Annual Appropriation - Facilities and Fields Enterprise Fund)
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 067; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $425,000 from the Facilities and Fields Enterprise Fund receipts and appropriate for salaries, operation and expenses during fiscal year 2026 for the Parks and Recreation Department and that the Director of Parks and Recreation, with the approval of the Mayor be authorized to expend said funds. In addition, any expenditure from the Reserve Fund for extraordinary and unforeseen circumstances is subject to the approval of the Mayor and Town Council. Seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“25 067 - FY 26 Annual Appropriation - Facilities and Fields Enterprise Fund Deliberated May 12, 2025. Voted favorably at Budget Management on June 2, 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 067; that the Town of Weymouth raise and appropriate the sum of $425,000 from the Facilities and Fields Enterprise Fund receipts and appropriate for salaries, operation and expenses during fiscal year 2026 for the Parks and Recreation Department and that the Director of Parks and Recreation, with the approval of the Mayor be authorized to expend said funds. In addition, any expenditure from the Reserve Fund for extraordinary and unforeseen circumstances is subject to the approval of the Mayor and Town Council. Seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 068 - FY 26 Annual Authorization - Revolving Accounts
Approve measure 25 068 (FY 26 Annual Authorization - Revolving Accounts)
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 068; that the Town of Weymouth authorizes the creation of several revolving accounts for fiscal year 2026 in accordance with MGL Chapter 44 Section 53E ½ and revolving account 5209 for Parks and Recreation established by MGL Chapter 44, Section 53D. Furthermore, that each revolving account is permitted to accept funds in the aggregate to the limit set forth below and expend those funds in the aggregate to the limit herein expressed with the consent of the Mayor. Seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“25 068 - FY 26 Annual Authorization - Revolving Accounts Deliberated on May 12, 2025. Voted favorably at Budget Management on June 2, 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 068; that the Town of Weymouth authorizes the creation of several revolving accounts for fiscal year 2026 in accordance with MGL Chapter 44 Section 53E ½ and revolving account 5209 for Parks and Recreation established by MGL Chapter 44, Section 53D. Furthermore, that each revolving account is permitted to accept funds in the aggregate to the limit set forth below and expend those funds in the aggregate to the limit herein expressed with the consent of the Mayor. Seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 069 - FY 26 Annual Authorization - Gift Accounts
Approve measure 25 069 (FY 26 Annual Authorization - Gift Accounts)
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 069; that the Town of Weymouth authorizes the creation of several revolving accounts for FY 26 in accordance with MGL Ch 44, Section 53A. Furthermore, that each of these gift accounts is permitted to accept gifts and or donations in aggregate to the limit set forth below and expend those funds in the aggregate to the limit herein expressed and with the consent of the Mayor. Seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“25 069 - FY 26 Annual Authorization - Gift Accounts Deliberated on May 12, 2025. Voted favorably at Budget Management on June 2, 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 069; that the Town of Weymouth authorizes the creation of several revolving accounts for FY 26 in accordance with MGL Ch 44, Section 53A. Furthermore, that each of these gift accounts is permitted to accept gifts and or donations in aggregate to the limit set forth below and expend those funds in the aggregate to the limit herein expressed and with the consent of the Mayor. Seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 070 - FY 25 Snow/Ice Removal Deficit
Approve measure 25 070 (FY 25 Snow/Ice Removal Deficit)
On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 070; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $1,450,324.00 from Free Cash for the purpose of supplementing the fiscal year 2024 snow removal budget. Seconded by Councilor Kiely,
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“25 070 - FY 25 Snow/Ice Removal Deficit Deliberated on May 14, 2025. Voted favorably at Budget Management on June 2, 2025. On behalf of the Budget Management Committee, I motion to approve measure 25 070; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $1,450,324.00 from Free Cash for the purpose of supplementing the fiscal year 2024 snow removal budget. Seconded by Councilor Kiely, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Public Hearings
Open the public hearing for measures 25 079 - Free Cash Transfer Medicare Insurance
Vice President Burga made a motion to open the public hearing for measures 25 079 - Free Cash Transfer Medicare Insurance. The public hearing was published on June 6th, 2025. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“PUBLIC HEARINGS 25 079 Free Cash Transfer - Medicare Insurance Vice President Burga made a motion to open the public hearing for measures 25 079 - Free Cash Transfer Medicare Insurance. The public hearing was published on June 6th, 2025. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
25 079 Free Cash Transfer - Medicare Insurance
Close the public hearing for measure 25 079 - Free Cash Transfer Medicare Insurance
Vice President Burga made a motion to close the public hearing for measure 25 079 - Free Cash Transfer Medicare Insurance. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Burga made a motion to close the public hearing for measure 25 079 - Free Cash Transfer Medicare Insurance. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
25 080 - Free Cash for Fire Overtime
Open the public hearing for measures 25 080 - Free Cash for Fire Overtime
Vice President Burga made a motion to open the public hearing for measures 25 080 - Free Cash for Fire Overtime. The public hearing was published on June 6th, 2025. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“25 080 - Free Cash for Fire Overtime Vice President Burga made a motion to open the public hearing for measures 25 080 - Free Cash for Fire Overtime. The public hearing was published on June 6th, 2025. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
Close the public hearing for measure 25 080 - Free Cash for Fire Overtime
Vice President Burga made a motion to close the public hearing for measure 25 080 - Free Cash for Fire Overtime. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Burga made a motion to close the public hearing for measure 25 080 - Free Cash for Fire Overtime. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
Revert back to the other two measures 25 079 Free Cash Transfer - Medicare Insurance and 25 080 Free Cash for Fire Overtime
Vice President Burga made a motion to revert back to the other two measures 25 079 Free Cash Transfer - Medicare Insurance and 25 080 Free Cash for Fire Overtime. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“Vice President Burga made a motion to revert back to the other two measures 25 079 Free Cash Transfer - Medicare Insurance and 25 080 Free Cash for Fire Overtime. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
25 079 - Free Cash Transfer - Medicare Insurance
Favorable action on measure 25 079 - Free Cash Transfer - Medicare Insurance
On behalf of the Budget Manager Committee, I submit the following measure for consideration by the Town Council that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $350,000 from the Free Cash Account to the HR Medicare Insurance Line Item (11945941-517212) for Medicare Insurance expenses not already funded. At the time of the submittal, the amount available of Free Cash is $2,531,950. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget Manager Committee, I submit the following measure for consideration by the Town Council that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $350,000 from the Free Cash Account to the HR Medicare Insurance Line Item (11945941-517212) for Medicare Insurance expenses not already funded. At the time of the submittal, the amount available of Free Cash is $2,531,950. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 080 - Free Cash for Fire Overtime
Favorable action on measure 25 080 - Free Cash for Fire Overtime
On behalf of the Budget Manager Committee, I submit the following measure for consideration by the Town Council that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $600,000 from Free Cash to the Fire Department Overtime (13204210-513001) for projected overtime expenses of the Weymouth Fire Department that are not already funded. At the time of submittal, the amount of free cash is $2,531,950. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget Manager Committee, I submit the following measure for consideration by the Town Council that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $600,000 from Free Cash to the Fire Department Overtime (13204210-513001) for projected overtime expenses of the Weymouth Fire Department that are not already funded. At the time of submittal, the amount of free cash is $2,531,950. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
25 082 Borrowing for WFD Engine and Ladder
Refer measure 25 082 - Borrowing for WFD Engine and Ladder to the Budget Management Committee
Councilor Burga made a motion to refer measure 25 082 - Borrowing for WFD Engine and Ladder to the Budget Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely.
From the minutes
“44, §1. As of the most recent debt statement, the Town's remaining borrowing capacity under our debt limit is $463,686,631.00 Councilor Burga made a motion to refer measure 25 082 - Borrowing for WFD Engine and Ladder to the Budget Management Committee and was seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga, second: Kiely)
Motions, Orders And Resolutions
Suspend the regularly scheduled Town Council meetings during the months of July and August
I move to suspend the regularly scheduled Town Council meetings during the months of July and August. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Vice President Burga stated Pursuant to the Code of Ordinances, Section 2-302, and in accordance with Town Council Rule 24, I move to suspend the regularly scheduled Town Council meetings during the months of July and August. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. President Molisse stated the suspension was a formality and the Town Council could hold meetings at any time. A Special Town Council meeting was scheduled for June 30th , 2025. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting
Councilor Burga made a motion to adjourn the meeting, motion was seconded by Councilor X.
From the minutes
“Councilor Burga made a motion to adjourn the meeting, motion was seconded by Councilor X. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Burga)
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