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April 6, 2026
28 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
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Present: Arthur Mathews, Fred Happel, Rick Coughlin, Kenneth DiFazio, Andrew Donovan, Christopher Heffernan, Kathy Kelly, Gary MacDougall, Carrie Palazzo, Rebecca Sherlock-Shangraw, Stephen Shinney
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Minutes
Approve the Ordinance Committee Meeting Minutes of January 27, 2026
Vice President Happel made a motion to approve the Ordinance Committee Meeting Minutes of January 27, 2026. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“MINUTES Ordinance Committee Meeting Minutes of January 27, 2026 Vice President Happel made a motion to approve the Ordinance Committee Meeting Minutes of January 27, 2026. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Budget/Management Committee Meeting Minutes of February 2, 2026
Approve the Budget/Management Committee Meeting Minutes of February 2, 2026
Vice President Happel made a motion to approve the Budget/Management Committee Meeting Minutes of February 2, 2026. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Budget/Management Committee Meeting Minutes of February 2, 2026 Vice President Happel made a motion to approve the Budget/Management Committee Meeting Minutes of February 2, 2026. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Budget/Management Committee Meeting Minutes of February 17, 2026
Approve the Budget/Management Committee Meeting of February 17, 2026
Vice President Happel made a motion to approve the Budget/Management Committee Meeting of February 17, 2026. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Budget/Management Committee Meeting Minutes of February 17, 2026 Vice President Happel made a motion to approve the Budget/Management Committee Meeting of February 17, 2026. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Town Council Meeting Minutes of February 17, 2026
Approve the Town Council Meeting Minutes of February 17, 2026
Vice President Happel made a motion to approve the Town Council Meeting Minutes of February 17, 2026. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Town Council Meeting Minutes of February 17, 2026 Vice President Happel made a motion to approve the Town Council Meeting Minutes of February 17, 2026. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Communications And Reports From The Mayor, Town Officers And Town Boards
Refer Measure 26 057 - Appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals (Alternative) - Andrew Mattis to the Budget/Management Committee
Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 057 - Appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals (Alternative) - Andrew Mattis to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Mr. Lacey stated that there were several Measures on the Agenda for the Town Council members consideration, and read each Measure into the record: Measure 26 057 - Appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals (Alternative) - Andrew Mattis Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 057 - Appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals (Alternative) - Andrew Mattis to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Refer Measure 26 058 - Appointment to the Board of Registrars - Lynn Howard to the Budget/Management Committee
Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 058 - Appointment to the Board of Registrars - Lynn Howard to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 058 - Appointment to the Board of Registrars - Lynn Howard Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 058 - Appointment to the Board of Registrars - Lynn Howard to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Refer Measure 26 059 - Appointment of Chief Financial Officer - Edward Langill to the Budget/Management Committee
Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 059 - Appointment of Chief Financial Officer - Edward Langill to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 059 - Appointment of Chief Financial Officer - Edward Langill Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 059 - Appointment of Chief Financial Officer - Edward Langill to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. Councilor MacDougall asked President Mathews if he could please have a discussion. President Mathews responded, "yes, Councilor MacDougall." Councilor MacDougall stated that based on the Charter, Section 5-2, and Section 5-4, the Town Council did not receive the resume or supporting materials for this candidate, and asked if we could request the Administration to provide this information to us. Mr. Lacey replied, "yes, of course." President Mathews thanked Councilor MacDougall, indicating that Mr. Lacey has acknowledged that we will receive this information. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Refer Measure 26 060 - Appointment of Direction of Public Health - Teryn Hermenau to the Budget/Management Committee
Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 060 - Appointment of Direction of Public Health - Teryn Hermenau to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 060 - Appointment of Director of Public Health - Teryn Hermenau Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 060 - Appointment of Direction of Public Health - Teryn Hermenau to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. Councilor MacDougall asked President Mathews if he could please have a discussion. President Mathews responded "yes". Councilor MacDougall asked if we could also have a resume and supporting materials for this Measure 26 060, based on Charter, Section 5-2, and Section 5-4 from the Administration. Mr. Lacey responded, "yes, of course". President Mathews stated that Mr. Lacey has acknowledging this request as well. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Refer Measure 26 061 - Free Cash for OpenGov Software Platform to the Budget/Management Committee
Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 061 - Free Cash for OpenGov Software Platform to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 061 - Free Cash for OpenGov Software Platform Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 061 - Free Cash for OpenGov Software Platform to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Refer Measure 26 062 - Five Year Contract for OpenGov Software Platform to the Budget/Management Committee
Made a Motion to refer Measure 26 062 - Five Year Contract for OpenGov Software Platform to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 062 - Five Year Contract for OpenGov Software Platform Vice President made a Motion to refer Measure 26 062 - Five Year Contract for OpenGov Software Platform to the Budget/Management Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Heffernan)
Refer Measure 26 063 - Acceptance of M.G.L. C. 137, Section 12D - License for Wine and Malt Beverage to the Ordinance Committee
Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 063 - Acceptance of M.G.L. C. 137, Section 12D - License for Wine and Malt Beverage to the Ordinance Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 063 - Acceptance of M.G.L. C. 138, Section 12D - License for Wine and Malt Beverage Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 063 - Acceptance of M.G.L. C. 137, Section 12D - License for Wine and Malt Beverage to the Ordinance Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Refer Measure 26 064 - Seasonal Safety Zone (20 Mile Per Hour Speed Limit) on a Portion of River Street to the Ordinance Committee
Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 064 - Seasonal Safety Zone (20 Mile Per Hour Speed Limit) on a Portion of River Street to the Ordinance Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 064 - Seasonal Safety Zone (20 Mile Per Hour Speed Limit) on a Portion of River Street Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 064 - Seasonal Safety Zone (20 Mile Per Hour Speed Limit) on a Portion of River Street to the Ordinance Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Refer Measure 26 065 - Revision to Ordinance-Regulation of Canvassers and Solicitors to the Ordinance Committee
Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 065 - Revision to Ordinance-Regulation of Canvassers and Solicitors to the Ordinance Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 065 - Revision to Ordinance-Regulation of Canvassers and Solicitors Vice President Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 065 - Revision to Ordinance-Regulation of Canvassers and Solicitors to the Ordinance Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Refer Measure 26 066 - Revision to Ordinance-Chapter 12-Waterways to the Ordinance Committee
Councilor Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 066 - Revision to Ordinance-Chapter 12-Waterways to the Ordinance Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 066 - Revision to Ordinance-Chapter 12-Waterways Councilor Happel made a Motion to refer Measure 26 066 - Revision to Ordinance-Chapter 12-Waterways to the Ordinance Committee. Motion seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
Reports Of Committees
Favorable action on measure 26 048 - Appointment to Cultural Council- Arthur Burns
Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 048-Appointment to Cultural Council- Arthur Burns into the record, and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel.
From the minutes
“Vote 3-0. Measure 26 048 - Appointment to Cultural Council - Arthur Burns Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 048-Appointment to Cultural Council- Arthur Burns into the record, and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel. President Mathews asked Arthur Burns to come forward to introduce himself. Mr. Burns introduced himself and indicated that he resides at 14 Melody Lane, and stated that he is looking forward to serving on the Cultural Council for the next two year. President Mathews congratulated Mr. Burns, and thanked him for volunteering. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: MacDougall, second: Happel)
Favorable action on measure 26 049 - Appointment to Community Events Committee-Timothy Cronin
Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 049-Appointment to Community Events Committee-Timothy Cronin into the record, and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 049 - Appointment to Community Events Committee - Timothy Cronin Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 049-Appointment to Community Events Committee-Timothy Cronin into the record, and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel. President Mathews asked Timothy Cronin to come forward to introduce himself. Mr. Cronin introduced himself and indicated that he resides at 21 Grandview Road, and stated that he wished to thank Mayor Molisse for the opportunity, and humbly asked the Town Council for their consideration on his appointment to the Community Events Committee. Councilor Shinney stated that he knows Mr. Cronin from volunteering around town, and that he will be a great addition to the Community Events Committee. President Mathews thanked Councilor Shinney and congratulated and thanked Mr. Cronin for volunteering. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: MacDougall, second: Happel)
Favorable action on measure 26 050 - Appointment to Commission on Disabilities-Amy Geary
Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 050-Appointment to Commission on Disabilities-Amy Geary into the record, and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 050 - Appointment to Commission on Disabilities - Amy Geary Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 050-Appointment to Commission on Disabilities-Amy Geary into the record, and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel. President Mathews asked Ms. Geary to come forward to introduce herself. Ms. Geary introduced herself and indicated that she resides at 1286 Commercial Street, and stated that she is looking forward to serving on the Commission on Disabilities. President Mathews congratulated Ms. Geary, and thanked her for volunteering. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: MacDougall, second: Happel)
Favorable action on measure 26 051 - Appointment to Memorial Committee-Daniel Johnson
Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 051-Appointment to Memorial Committee-Daniel Johnson into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Fred Happel.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 051 - Appointment to Memorial Committee - Daniel Johnson Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 051-Appointment to Memorial Committee-Daniel Johnson into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Fred Happel. President Mathews asked Mr. Johnson to come forward to introduce himself. Mr. Johnson introduced himself and indicated that he resides at 4 ivy Court, and thanked the Town Council members for their consideration, expressing that he is excited for the opportunity to serve on the Memorial Committee. President Mathews congratulated Mr. Johnson, and thanked him for volunteering. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: MacDougall, second: Happel)
Favorable action on measure 26 052 - Appointment to Board of Health- Cynthia Morrison
Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 052-Appointment to Board of Health- Cynthia Morrison into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 052 - Appointment to Board of Health - Cynthia Morrison Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 052-Appointment to Board of Health- Cynthia Morrison into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel. Councilor MacDougall stated that Ms. Morrison was unable to attend this evening's meetings. President Mathews asked the Town Council members if there was any discussion on the Motion. There being none, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: MacDougall, second: Happel)
Favorable action on measure 26 052 - Appointment to Redevelopment Authority-Jon Osterman
Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 052-Appointment to Redevelopment Authority-Jon Osterman into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Fred Happel.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 053 - Appointment to Redevelopment Authority - Jon Osterman Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 052-Appointment to Redevelopment Authority-Jon Osterman into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Fred Happel. President Mathews asked Mr. Osterman to come forward to introduce himself. Mr. Osterman introduced himself, and indicated that he resides at 77 Brae Road, expressing his thanks to Mayor Molisse and the Town Council for this opportunity. President Mathews congratulated Mr. Osterman, and thanked him for volunteering. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: MacDougall, second: Happel)
Favorable action on measure 26 054 - Appoitnment to Board of Zoning Appeals (Alternative)-Sean Riley
Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 054-Appoitnment to Board of Zoning Appeals (Alternative)-Sean Riley into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Fred Happel.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 054 - Appointment to Board of Zoning Appeals (Alternative) - Sean Riley Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 054-Appoitnment to Board of Zoning Appeals (Alternative)-Sean Riley into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Fred Happel. President Mathews asked Mr. Riley to come forward to introduce himself. Mr. Riley introduced himself, and indicated that he resides at 67 Colasanti Road, expressing his thanks to Mayor Molisse for the nomination, and to the Town Council for their consideration. Councilor Kelly thanked Mr. Riley for his service in the Middle East. President Mathews congratulated Mr. Riley, and thanked him for volunteering. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: MacDougall, second: Happel)
Favorable action on measure 26 055 - Appointment to Board of Elder Services-Michael Salerno
Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 055-Appointment to Board of Elder Services-Michael Salerno into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 -055 - Appointment to Board of Elder Services - Michael Salerno Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 055-Appointment to Board of Elder Services-Michael Salerno into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel. President Mathews asked Mr. Salerno to come forward to introduce himself. Mr. Salerno introduced himself, and indicated that he resides at 16 Northern Avenue, expressing his thanks to Mayor Molisse and the Town Council for their consideration. Mr. Salerno stated that he is looking forward to the hopeful opportunity to serve our community, especially our Senior population. President Mathews congratulated Mr. Salerno, and thanked him for volunteering. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: MacDougall, second: Happel)
Favorable action on measure 26 056 - Appointment to Waterfront Committee-Christine Nickerson
Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 056-Appointment to Waterfront Committee-Christine Nickerson into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel.
From the minutes
“Measure 26 056 - Appointment to Waterfront Committee - Christine Nickerson Councilor MacDougall read Measure 26 056-Appointment to Waterfront Committee-Christine Nickerson into the record and made a Motion to full Town Council for favorable action. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel. President Mathews asked Ms. Nickerson to come forward to introduce herself. Ms. Nickerson introduced herself, and indicated that she resides at 2 Endicott Street, and wished to thank the Town Council in advance for their consideration on her appointment to the Waterfront Committee. President Mathews congratulated Ms. Nickerson, and thanked her for volunteering. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: MacDougall, second: Happel)
Make a Motion for favorable action to accept the revisions to the Town Council Rules and Regulations for 2026-2028
Make a Motion for favorable action to accept the revisions to the Town Council Rules and Regulations for 2026-2028. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Councilor Sherlock-Shangraw stated that she would like to make a Motion for favorable action to accept the revisions to the Town Council Rules and Regulations for 2026-2028. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel. President Mathews stated that a Motion to accept Measure 26 001-Town Council Rules and Regulations for 2026-2028, was seconded for favorable action, as amended, in the Rules Committee, and asked if there was any discussion on the Motion. With no discussion being made, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Happel)
Send the Education Committee's letter (read by Councilor Palazzo) to the State Delegation
Councilor Palazzo stated that on behalf of the Education Committee, she would request a Motion for favorable action by full Town Council on the following letter being sent to our State Delegation. Motion seconded by Vice Chair Happel.
From the minutes
“President Mathews stated that a Motion was made and seconded on the letter that was read by Councilor Palazzo to send and forward said letter to our State Delegation. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Palazzo, second: Happel)
Ask the State Delegation to discuss including Weymouth in the Gateway Communities program
Make a Motion for our State Delegation to discuss having the Town of Weymouth included in the Gateway Communities, which would give funding to the town.
Councilor Coughlin said he would like to make the motion; the minutes do not name a seconder. The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“Councilor Coughlin commented that during the Education Committee meeting, the subject of Gateway Communities was discussed, and indicated that he would like to make a Motion for our State Delegation to discuss having the Town of Weymouth included in the Gateway Communities, which would give funding to the town. Councilor Coughlin stated that the Town of Weymouth qualifies as the statute is written. President Mathews stated that he agrees with Councilor Coughlin, and believes that this item should be put on the Town Council Agenda in order to have the Economic Development Committee look into this possibility. President Mathews further stated that a more detailed discussion relative to this matter should be with the Mayor, the Administration, and Mr. Luongo, Director of Planning and Community Development. President Mathews asked the Town Council members if there was any further discussion on this Motion. Seeing none, UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Coughlin)
New Business
Refer the condition of the Pingree School playground at Lovell Field to the Public Parks and Recreation Committee
Make a Motion to refer this matter to the Public Park and Recreation Committee. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel.
The minutes spell the mover "Councilor Shinning" (Stephen Shinney, chair of the Parks and Recreation Committee).
From the minutes
“Councilor Shinning stated that there are some continuing problems that need to be addressed and that he would like to make a Motion to refer this matter to the Public Park and Recreation Committee. Motion seconded by Vice President Happel. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Shinney, second: Happel)
Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting. Motion
Vice President Happel made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion was seconded by Councilor Heffernan.
From the minutes
“Vice President Happel made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion was seconded by Councilor Heffernan. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (Motion: Happel, second: Heffernan)
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