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John Abbott
District Six Member · 3 terms in this record
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- Counted from the official minutes, for 2024–2025 Council only. Committee meetings and routine votes (adjourning, approving minutes) are not counted.
- Attendance counts the meetings where the minutes list Abbott as present or absent at the start.
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Attendance
At the start of 9 of 11 Town Council meetings in 2024–2025 Council.
Missed
- Jun 17, 2024 · Regular: Absent
- Feb 20, 2024 · Regular: Absent
Every meeting (11)
- Jun 17, 2024 · Regular: Absent
- Jun 3, 2024 · Regular: Present
- May 20, 2024 · Special: Present
- May 6, 2024 · Regular: Present
- Apr 22, 2024 · Special: Present
- Mar 18, 2024 · Regular: Present
- Mar 11, 2024 · Regular: Present
- Feb 20, 2024 · Regular: Absent
- Feb 5, 2024 · Regular: Present
- Jan 16, 2024 · Regular: Present
- Jan 2, 2024 · Regular: Present
Votes where members disagreed · 2024–2025 Council
Jun 17Approve: transfer the sum of $325,000 from the Free…Motion: Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum…Passed Unanimous, 10 present · Abbott: Not recorded
June 17, 2024: Approve: transfer the sum of $325,000 from the Free Cash Account for the purpose of paying costs associated with the HR Medicare Insurance Line Item (11945941 517212)
Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $325,000 from the Free Cash Account for the purpose of paying costs associated with the HR Medicare Insurance Line Item (11945941 517212). Seconded by Vice President Burga.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A public hearing was held on June 3, 2024. On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $325,000 from the Free Cash Account for the purpose of paying costs associated with the HR Medicare Insurance Line Item (11945941 517212). Seconded by Vice President Burga. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Burga)
Jun 17Approve: transfer the sum of $22,000 from the FY24…Motion: Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum…Passed Unanimous, 10 present · Abbott: Not recorded
June 17, 2024: Approve: transfer the sum of $22,000 from the FY24 Reserve Fund (11325202-573100) to the HR Unemployment Benefits Line Item (11945742 517206)
Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $22,000 from the FY24 Reserve Fund (11325202-573100) to the HR Unemployment Benefits Line Item (11945742 517206). Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $22,000 from the FY24 Reserve Fund (11325202-573100) to the HR Unemployment Benefits Line Item (11945742 517206). Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Jun 17Approve: transfer the sum of $22,000 from the FY24…Motion: Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum…Passed Unanimous, 10 present · Abbott: Not recorded
June 17, 2024: Approve: transfer the sum of $22,000 from the FY24 Reserve Fund (11325202 -573100) to the Libraries Electricity Line Item (16993835 521101)
Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $22,000 from the FY24 Reserve Fund (11325202 -573100) to the Libraries Electricity Line Item (16993835 521101). Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $22,000 from the FY24 Reserve Fund (11325202 -573100) to the Libraries Electricity Line Item (16993835 521101). Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Jun 17Approve: transfer the sum of $15,000 from the FY24…Motion: Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum…Passed Unanimous, 10 present · Abbott: Not recorded
June 17, 2024: Approve: transfer the sum of $15,000 from the FY24 Reserve Fund (11325202 -573100) to the Municipal Finance Postage Line Item (11334465 570600)
Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $15,000 from the FY24 Reserve Fund (11325202 -573100) to the Municipal Finance Postage Line Item (11334465 570600). Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $15,000 from the FY24 Reserve Fund (11325202 -573100) to the Municipal Finance Postage Line Item (11334465 570600). Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Jun 17Approve: transfer the sum of $43,079.00 from the Free…Motion: Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum…Passed Unanimous, 10 present · Abbott: Not recorded
June 17, 2024: Approve: transfer the sum of $43,079.00 from the Free Cash to 11214416546202 (WEY-BRA Park Operations) for the purpose of funding costs associated with park operations and maintenance at Pond...
Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $43,079.00 from the Free Cash to 11214416546202 (WEY-BRA Park Operations) for the purpose of funding costs associated with park operations and maintenance at Pond Meadow Park. This funding will be used for flood control maintenance ($25,000), HVAC/Electrical work ($14,579) and an audit ($3,500). The amount requested and listed are Weymouth's portion (half) of the requested amount. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A public hearing was held on June 17, 2024. On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth transfer the sum of $43,079.00 from the Free Cash to 11214416546202 (WEY-BRA Park Operations) for the purpose of funding costs associated with park operations and maintenance at Pond Meadow Park. This funding will be used for flood control maintenance ($25,000), HVAC/Electrical work ($14,579) and an audit ($3,500). The amount requested and listed are Weymouth's portion (half) of the requested amount. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Jun 17Approve: through Town Council, authorize the acceptance of a…Motion: Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth, through Town Council,…Passed Unanimous, 10 present · Abbott: Not recorded
June 17, 2024: Approve: through Town Council, authorize the acceptance of a pledged, monetary gift, in the total amount of Five Hundred Thousand Dollars, $500,000.00), as outlined in a letter of intent and…
Motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth, through Town Council, authorize the acceptance of a pledged, monetary gift, in the total amount of Five Hundred Thousand Dollars, $500,000.00), as outlined in a letter of intent and Gift Acceptance Agreement, both attached hereto for reference, and to further authorize the creation of a Hale-Medal of Honor Memorial Account, as follows: - Hale-Medal of Honor Memorial Donation Account for the benefit of the Town of Weymouth. This Account will be funded annually, on or before July 15th , in the amount of $100,000.00, each year, commencing in 2024 through 2028, for a total of the $500,000.00 pledged donation. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, motion to approve; that the Town of Weymouth, through Town Council, authorize the acceptance of a pledged, monetary gift, in the total amount of Five Hundred Thousand Dollars, $500,000.00), as outlined in a letter of intent and Gift Acceptance Agreement, both attached hereto for reference, and to further authorize the creation of a Hale-Medal of Honor Memorial Account, as follows: - Hale-Medal of Honor Memorial Donation Account for the benefit of the Town of Weymouth. This Account will be funded annually, on or before July 15th , in the amount of $100,000.00, each year, commencing in 2024 through 2028, for a total of the $500,000.00 pledged donation. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Jun 17Approve: appoint Lynne Santangelo of 64 Judson Road, Weymouth,…Motion: Motion to approve; that in accordance with Section 2-10 of the…Passed Unanimous, 10 present · Abbott: Not recorded
June 17, 2024: Approve: appoint Lynne Santangelo of 64 Judson Road, Weymouth, MA 02188 for appointment to the Board of Elder Services
Motion to approve; that in accordance with Section 2-10 of the Town Charter, I respectfully submit the name of Lynne Santangelo of 64 Judson Road, Weymouth, MA 02188 for appointment to the Board of Elder Services. This is a 3- year term due to expire on June 30th , 2027. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, motion to approve; that in accordance with Section 2-10 of the Town Charter, I respectfully submit the name of Lynne Santangelo of 64 Judson Road, Weymouth, MA 02188 for appointment to the Board of Elder Services. This is a 3- year term due to expire on June 30th , 2027. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Jun 17Approve: appoint Todd Ridder of 71 Chard Street, Weymouth,…Motion: Motion to approve; that in accordance with Section 2-10 of the…Passed Unanimous, 10 present · Abbott: Not recorded
June 17, 2024: Approve: appoint Todd Ridder of 71 Chard Street, Weymouth, MA 02189 for appointment to the Recreation Commission
Motion to approve; that in accordance with Section 2-10 of the Town Charter, I respectfully submit the name of Todd Ridder of 71 Chard Street, Weymouth, MA 02189 for appointment to the Recreation Commission. This is a 3-year term due to expire on June 30th , 2027. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“On behalf of the Budget/Management Committee, motion to approve; that in accordance with Section 2-10 of the Town Charter, I respectfully submit the name of Todd Ridder of 71 Chard Street, Weymouth, MA 02189 for appointment to the Recreation Commission. This is a 3-year term due to expire on June 30th , 2027. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Jun 17Approve measure 24 049 A Town Council in the…Motion: Motion to approve measure 24 049 A Town Council in the…Passed Unanimous, 10 present · Abbott: Not recorded
June 17, 2024: Approve measure 24 049 A Town Council in the amount of $423,545
Motion to approve measure 24 049 A Town Council in the amount of $423,545. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve measure 24 049 A Town Council in the amount of $423,545. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Jun 17Approve measure 24 049 B Mayor's Office in the…Motion: Motion to approve measure 24 049 B Mayor's Office in the…Passed Unanimous, 10 present · Abbott: Not recorded
June 17, 2024: Approve measure 24 049 B Mayor's Office in the amount of $771,295
Motion to approve measure 24 049 B Mayor's Office in the amount of $771,295. Seconded by Councilor Kiely.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve measure 24 049 B Mayor's Office in the amount of $771,295. Seconded by Councilor Kiely. UNANIMOUSLY VOTED.” (second: Kiely)
Votes with no disagreement (25)
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