Bristol County public meetings in 2021

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners will review personnel changes, payroll warrants, and various maintenance invoices. The meeting includes a discussion with the ARPA Coordinator regarding COVID-19 submissions for the BCAHS school building project.

• ARPA Program discussion regarding BCAHS school building project
• Lemieux Heating invoice and quote for Taunton Superior Court
• Joe Cardozo quote for NB Superior Court building repairs
• Massachusetts Clean Water Trust Loan administrative payments
• Revize website proposal

The Bristol County Commissioners rescinded the December 14, 2021 vote to award a website contract to CivicPlus and instead authorized the County Administrator to execute a three-year agreement with Revize LLC for $11,990. They also approved multiple payments, including heating repairs, loan invoices, and health insurance premiums, and accepted employment notices and a retirement.

• Rescinded vote to award website contract to CivicPlus (unanimous)
• Authorized County Administrator to sign 3-year contract with Revize LLC for $11,990 (unanimous)
• Approved AP Warrant #22061 $64,490.08 and Payroll Warrants #22062 $175,103.51 and #22063 $186,789.01 (unanimous)
• Approved Lemieux Heating invoice #19745 $1,676.69 for Taunton Superior Court repair (unanimous)
• Approved Lemieux Heating quote $5,675.00 for steam trap repairs (unanimous)
• Approved MWPAT loan payment $59,685.36 for BCAHS sewer project (unanimous)
• Approved MWPAT administrative fee $533.95 (unanimous)
• Approved Jose Cardozo Contracting estimate $12,900.00 for New Bedford Superior Court cupola repairs (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Commissioners will meet to approve personnel changes and review payroll and accounts payable warrants. The agenda includes discussions on the ARPA Program, the 2022 meeting schedule, and a wellness grant.

• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations
• ARPA Program
• Unemployment charge for BCAHS
• MIIA health insurance invoice for December
• 2022 Meeting Schedule

The Bristol County Commissioners voted to use the latest 2020 US Census numbers to determine per-capita ARPA fund eligibility for each community, less the county's retained 10%. They also approved payroll and accounts payable warrants, the November 16 meeting minutes, the 2022 meeting schedule, and payments for MIIA health premiums and website maintenance. The commissioners directed the county administrator to continue negotiating with CivicPlus on a new county website, citing concerns about rollout time and cost. The county received a $10,000 Wellness Grant from MIIA, to be distributed as Whole Foods gift cards to health plan subscribers.

• Approved employment changes at Bristol County Agricultural School, including new hires and a return from FMLA.
• Approved AP Warrant #22051 ($423,673.72) and Payroll Warrant #22052 ($170,414.23), and noted previously approved Payroll Warrant #22050 ($174,653.98).
• Approved minutes of the November 16, 2021 meeting.
• Voted to use 2020 US Census numbers for ARPA per-capita fund eligibility, less the county's retained 10%.
• Approved and distributed the 2022 County Commissioners meeting schedule.
• Approved payment of $369,702.53 to MIIA Health Benefits Trust for December 2021 premiums.
• Approved payment of $175.00 to Patrick Vincent for website maintenance.
• Directed the County Administrator to continue negotiating with CivicPlus and review other website options.

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners will meet to review personnel matters, payroll, and various service contracts. The agenda includes discussions on the ARPA Program and the county website.

• Snowplowing proposals
• Proposal for window replacement/repair at New Bedford 3rd District Court
• Bench base bracket repairs for Courtrooms #2 & #3 at New Bedford 3rd District Court
• NFP Consulting contract renewal
• Children’s Advocacy Center November operating expenses invoice

The Bristol County Commissioners unanimously approved a motion supporting the use of approximately $11,000,000 in ARPA funds for restoration of the Taunton Superior Court, subject to state and federal approvals. They also approved several contracts, including snow plowing services, a health benefits consultant renewal, and building repairs. The board directed the County Administrator to work with CivicPlus on a new county website proposal and requested an ARPA update from the Treasurer and Coordinator.

• Approved ARPA funding support for Taunton Superior Court restoration (~$11M, unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 for Children's Advocacy Center November operating expenses
• Declared surplus 19 PCs, 10 keyboards, 4 copiers from Southern District Registry of Deeds
• Approved $363,732.09 MJIA Health Benefits Trust November premium payment
• Approved 1-year NFP health benefits consulting contract renewal ($4,750)
• Awarded FY'22 snow plowing contract for New Bedford facilities to Jake Fleurent
• Awarded FY'22 snow plowing contract for Taunton Superior Court and Fall River Registry to Reis Property Management
• Approved $7,270.19 for window/woodwork replacement at New Bedford 3rd District Court

Commissioners

The Commissioners will review personnel matters, payroll warrants, and meeting minutes. Discussion includes ARPA funds and roof bid preparations for the Taunton Superior Court.

• Award of No.2 heating oil contract-State contract ENE52
• Taunton Superior Court roof bid preparation and scope of work
• Discussion on Taunton Superior Court and ARPA Funds
• HVAC Cares Act reimbursement submittal

The Bristol County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution supporting work on the Taunton Superior Court using ARPA funding, subject to state and federal approvals. They also approved employment changes, warrants, minutes, and a fuel oil purchase contract.

• Approved resolution supporting ARPA-funded work on Taunton Superior Court (unanimous)
• Approved personnel changes from Bristol County Agricultural School (10 items)
• Approved personnel change from County Commissioner's Office (1 item)
• Approved payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling $443,138.58
• Approved minutes of October 19 and October 28, 2021
• Approved purchase of No. 2 heating oil from Global Montello Group Corp. under state contract

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners are meeting to review and approve various employee changes. The agenda also includes a Bond Anticipation Note for the Bristol County Agricultural High School building project.

• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, medical leaves, and terminations
• Bond Anticipation Note (BAN) for the Bristol County Agricultural High School building project

The Bristol County Commissioners voted unanimously to authorize the County Treasurer to borrow an additional $4,750,000 in a short-term Bond Anticipatory Note for the Bristol County Agricultural High School Building and Renovation project. They also approved the county payroll (CPs) as presented and received notices of paid administrative leave and FMLA for several employees. The meeting was procedural and brief, adjourning at 1:06 pm.

• Authorized $4,750,000 BAN for ag school project (3-0)
• Approved county payroll (CPs) as presented (3-0)
• Adjourned at 1:06 pm (3-0)

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners will review personnel changes, payroll, and accounts payable. The body will discuss ARPA program HVAC projects and design services for a cupola project at the New Bedford Superior Court.

• ARPA Program HVAC projects
• Design services for cupola project at NB Superior Court
• Invoice from Advance Air & Heat Co. regarding New Bedford Superior Court
• MIIA notice on 2022 Medicare rates
• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations

The Bristol County Commissioners approved multiple employment actions, warrants, and facility-related expenditures. They conditionally hired an ARPA Coordinator, approved routine payroll and accounts payable warrants, and authorized several court building projects including HVAC work, cupola design, boiler repairs, and bench cushion replacement. They also directed departments to submit CPs three business days before meetings.

• Approved CPs as presented
• Conditionally approved Jane Gonsalves as ARPA Coordinator contingent on physical and CORI
• Approved payroll and AP warrants totaling over $3 million
• Accepted MIIA 2022 Medicare rates with no change
• Approved $4,000 for Children's Advocacy Center operating expenses
• Authorized quotes for New Bedford Superior Court cupola design (not to exceed $20,000)
• Authorized HVAC design quotes for New Bedford 3rd District Court
• Awarded $7,480 for bench cushions at Taunton Superior Court

Commissioners

The Commissioners will meet to approve personnel changes and payroll warrants. The agenda includes reviews of invoices for the Children’s Advocacy Center and Advance Air & Heat Co., as well as an update on the ARPA program.

• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations
• Invoice from Advance Air & Heat Co. regarding NB 3rd District Court
• September operations invoice from the Children’s Advocacy Center
• ARPA program update
• Authorization for County Administrator to approve October MIIA invoice

The Bristol County Commissioners approved the ARPA Addendum Agreement with Clifton Larson Allen LLP, dated September 20, 2021, and authorized the County Treasurer to execute it. They also approved payroll and AP warrants, including a $178,931.82 payroll warrant and $7,511.67 in emergency HVAC invoices for the New Bedford 3 District Court, with reimbursement sought through CARES Act or ARPA funds. Senator Pacheco discussed using ARPA funds for Taunton Superior Court repairs, but no action was taken on that proposal.

• Approved ARPA Addendum Agreement with Clifton Larson Allen LLP (unanimous)
• Approved Payroll Warrant #22027 for $178,931.82 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,511.67 in Advance Air & Heat invoices for New Bedford 3 District Court HVAC (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000.00 for Children's Advocacy Center of Bristol County September operating expenses (unanimous)
• Authorized County Administrator to review and pay October MIIA health insurance invoice (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2021 (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Commissioners will meet to approve personnel changes and payroll warrants. The agenda includes a report on GASB 74/75 and an update on the ARPA program. The County Administrator will provide updates on webpage changes and court rentals.

• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations
• GASB 74/75 Report from Odyssey Advisors for year ending 6/20/21
• Unemployment cases for R. Bishop and F. Mendonca
• New England Power Company notification to abutters in Swansea
• Pest control service estimate for NB 3rd District

The Bristol County Commissioners approved payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling over $5.6 million, including a $4.88 million AP warrant. They also approved payments for actuarial services, unemployment reimbursements, and pest control, and accepted several reports and communications. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved payroll warrant #22024 ($182,526.17) and AP warrants #22020 ($4,885,252.23), #22019 ($100,287.11), #22025 ($452,933.27), and payroll #22026 ($169,954.84) (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $6,600 to Odyssey Advisors for GASB 74/75 actuarial services (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $3,080 to Division of Unemployment Assistance for Rachel (Keating) Bishop (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $1,550.92 to Division of Unemployment Assistance for Fernando Mendonca (unanimous)
• Approved pest control estimate from Profishant, Inc. not to exceed $1,000 for New Bedford 3 District Court (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Received and filed GASB 74/75 report, inmate communication, abutter notification, and Children's Advocacy Center letter

ARPA-Tri-County

The Bristol County Commissioners are meeting to receive an update on the Tri-County ARPA program. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Tri-County ARPA Program Update

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners will meet to issue the county tax and review personnel matters. The body will also receive updates on ARPA funding and communications regarding US Foreign Trade Zones in New Bedford.

• Issuance of County Tax
• ARPA Funding Update
• Communication from City of New Bedford regarding US Foreign Trade Zones application
• NB 3rd District Court Foyer Repairs
• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations

The Bristol County Commissioners approved the FY2022 county tax apportionment totaling $7,018,393.81 among 20 municipalities, approved payroll and accounts payable warrants, and voted to distribute American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds on a per capita basis (less 10% retained by the county) to cities and towns that apply. They also approved a $25,000 contribution to the Bristol County Fire Chiefs Association and added Juneteenth to the county holiday schedule retroactively to 2021.

• Approved FY2022 county tax apportionment of $7,018,393.81 among 20 municipalities
• Approved payroll warrant #22021 ($166,898.69) and AP warrant #22018 ($431,707.85)
• Approved $25,000 FY2022 contribution to Bristol County Fire Chiefs Association
• Voted to add Juneteenth to county holiday schedule, retroactive to 2021
• Voted to distribute ARPA funds per capita, less 10% retained, to applying cities and towns (3-0)
• Approved payment of $372,087.13 to MITA Health Benefits Trust for September 2021 premiums
• Approved minutes of August 26, 2021

Personnel Review Board

The Personnel Review Board is meeting to discuss the Juneteenth holiday and other old or unanticipated business.

• Discussion of Juneteenth Holiday

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners will discuss and vote on the administration of ARPA funding, including the appointment of an administrator and engagement letters for Clifton Larson, Powers, and Mintz. The body will also review personnel matters and payroll warrants.

• Vote on County ARPA Administrator
• Engagement letters for Clifton Larson, Powers, and Mintz regarding ARPA funding
• Quotes for cleaning low pressure steam boilers at NB Superior Court and Taunton Superior Court
• Appointment of Bristol County Personnel Board members
• August operations invoice for Children’s Advocacy Center

The Bristol County Commissioners approved a series of actions to administer American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, including authorizing the County Treasurer to submit quarterly reports, engaging legal and accounting firms, and hiring an ARPA Director. They also approved numerous employment notices, warrants, and payments for county services.

• Approved employment notices from the Bristol County Agricultural School and the County Commissioner's Office, including new hires, coaches, advisors, and a resignation.
• Approved AP and Payroll Warrants totaling over $4 million.
• Approved payment of $366,888.29 to MIIA Health Benefits Trust for August 2021 membership premiums.
• Re-appointed members to the Bristol County Personnel Review Board.
• Approved boiler cleaning quotes for Taunton and New Bedford Superior Courts.
• Approved $4,000 for Children's Advocacy Center of Bristol County August operating expenses.
• Declared two obsolete Hewlett Packard printers as surplus property.
• Authorized the County Treasurer to submit first quarterly ARPA reports to the US Treasury and to hire an ARPA Director (salary range $89,000-$97,000).

Commissioners

The Commissioners will review personnel changes, payroll warrants, and the FY’22 budget. The meeting includes votes on ARPA funding and an executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy.

• ARPA Funding updates and votes
• FY’22 Budget advisory board meeting date and agenda
• Lynch Marini & Associates FY ’21 Audit letter
• Leak repair invoice for NB 3rd District
• Atlantic Elevator expense for Eversource event at NB Trial Court

The Bristol County Commissioners approved several routine items, including personnel changes, warrants, and invoices. They also approved a $31,500 contract for the FY2021 audit and discussed ARPA fund management, including a potential conflict of interest for the Treasurer. The next meeting was rescheduled to August 26.

• Approved personnel changes at Bristol County Agricultural School (13 items) and Registry of Deeds (1 address change)
• Approved AP Warrant #22007 ($155,258.02) and Payroll Warrant #22008 ($168,108.45)
• Approved minutes of July 27, 2021
• Approved $4,000 payment to Children's Advocacy Center for July operating expenses
• Approved $31,500 audit contract with Lynch Marini & Associates for FY2021
• Approved $2,660 emergency roof repair at New Bedford 3rd District Court
• Approved $1,649 emergency elevator repair at New Bedford 3rd District Court
• Approved $472.50 HVAC service call and $1,680 plumbing service call as unanticipated invoices

Commissioners

The Commissioners will conduct reviews of the FY '22 budget and receive an update on ARPA funding. The body will also discuss facility maintenance and grant matters. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy.

• FY '22 Budget Reviews
• ARPA Funding Update
• AC split system for Treasurer’s Office
• Foyer AC issue at NB Trial Court
• Mass DOT road alteration notification for Fairhaven

The Bristol County Commissioners approved the FY2022 county budget totaling $25,778,785.95, including budgets for the Commissioner's Office, Print Shop, Buildings, Agricultural High School, Treasurer's Office, and all Registries of Deeds. They also voted to engage Clifton Larson Allen LLP for ARPA funding services and to model the county's ARPA program after Plymouth County's. Several contracts and emergency repairs were approved, and various communications were received and filed.

• Approved FY2022 county budget of $25,778,785.95 (3-0)
• Approved FY2022 budgets for Commissioner's Office $373,497.30, Print Shop $97,501.03, Buildings $2,358,056.05, BCAHS $10,746,870.93, Treasurer's Office $500,221.11 (3-0, Treasurer's 2-1)
• Approved FY2022 budgets for all Registries of Deeds: Northern $2,317,547.11, Southern $1,946,106.74, Fall River $1,422,514.68, County Deeds $4,039,084.92 (3-0)
• Approved FY2022 estimated receipts of $25,778,785.95 (3-0)
• Approved engaging Clifton Larson Allen LLP for ARPA services (3-0)
• Approved joining with Plymouth County to model ARPA program and webpage design (3-0)
• Awarded $10,479.00 contract to Araujo Bros. Plumbing & Heating for mini split at Taunton Superior Court (3-0)
• Authorized emergency water leak repairs at New Bedford 3rd District Court, not to exceed $25,000 (3-0)

ARPA

The Bristol County Commissioners are meeting to discuss funding from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The agenda also includes time for old business and unanticipated items.

• Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) funding

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners are meeting to review personnel matters, payroll, and FY 2022 budgets. The body will also consider a bond related to the Bristol County Agricultural High School construction project.

• Bond for the Bristol County Agricultural High School construction project
• Review of FY 2022 Budgets
• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations
• Review of Payroll and AP Warrants

The Bristol County Commissioners unanimously approved $64 million in long-term borrowing for the expansion and renovation of the Bristol County Agricultural High School. They also approved a two-year contract renewal for County Administrator Gomes with a 2% annual raise and an extra bereavement day, and a 2% salary increase for the Registers. The board approved several warrants, contracts, and payments, including an emergency roof repair and an elevator inspection.

• Authorized $64,000,000 long-term borrowing for Bristol County Agricultural High School expansion (3-0)
• Approved two-year contract renewal for County Administrator Gomes with 2% annual increase and 5 bereavement days (3-0)
• Approved 2% salary increase for Registers (3-0)
• Approved $10,000 salary increase for County Treasurer Saunders for FY2022 (2-1)
• Approved 2% increase for non-union Treasurer's Office employees (3-0)
• Awarded emergency roof repair at New Bedford 3rd District Court to Gorman Construction for $5,200 (3-0)
• Approved payment of $62,788.95 to MIIA Health Benefits Trust for July 2021 premiums (3-0)
• Approved payroll and AP warrants totaling over $4.8 million (3-0)

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners are meeting to review the FY'22 County Treasurer's budget and handle various appropriation requests. The body will vote on funding for the Agricultural High School expansion and retirement board appropriations.

• Vote to authorize up to $1.5 million from Chapter 6 account for Aggie expansion project
• FY'22 County Treasurer’s Office budget review
• FY'2022 Appropriation to the Bristol County Retirement Board for the Sheriff’s Department
• FY'2022 Appropriation to the Bristol County Retirement Board for County Employees
• Massachusetts Clean Water Trust Loan Payments for BCAHS

The Bristol County Commissioners approved several year-end FY2021 transfers and expenditures, including $1.5 million from the Agricultural High School Chapter 6 account for capital costs, to be reimbursed from a future bond. They also approved various budget and expense transfers for county departments, payroll warrants, and FY2022 appropriations for retirement systems. An emergency replacement of a hot water tank at the 3rd District Court was approved.

• Approved $1.5M expenditure from BCAHS Chapter 6 account for project costs, to be reimbursed from bond proceeds.
• Approved FY2021 encumbrance of $18,186 for New Bedford Southern District Registry of Deeds.
• Approved FY2021 transfers for Bristol County Agricultural High School, including $362,059.85 payroll encumbrance and $1,214,856.59 to Chapter 6.
• Approved FY2021 transfers for Taunton Northern District Registry of Deeds.
• Approved FY2021 transfers for Fall River Register of Deeds.
• Approved FY2021 transfers for County Treasurer's office.
• Approved FY2021 transfers for Commissioner's Office and Buildings.
• Approved payroll and AP warrants totaling over $3.8 million.

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners will meet to hold a discussion regarding the American Rescue Plan Funds (ARPA). The agenda also includes old business and opportunities for public input.

• Discussion on the American Rescue Plan Funds (‘ARPA’)

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners are meeting to review personnel matters, payroll, and budget requests. The body will consider authorizing insurance premium payments for FY ‘22 and review HVAC repair estimates for the Attleboro District Court.

• FY ‘22 insurance coverage invoices and premium payments
• Repair estimate for Attleboro District Court HVAC units
• FY ‘21 encumbered funds requests
• ARPA funding update
• Executive session for union personnel negotiation strategy

The Bristol County Commissioners approved multiple FY22 budgets presented by the Northern Bristol, Fall River, and Southern District Registries of Deeds, along with the Bristol County Agricultural School budget. They also approved payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling $235,168.94, and authorized several encumbrances and payments for HVAC repairs, insurance premiums, and other expenses. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session for collective bargaining strategy.

• Approved AP Warrant #21119 for $76,791.71 and Payroll Warrant WA21 #21121 for $158,377.23
• Approved minutes of June 15, 2021
• Encumbered $35,400 from FY21 to FY22 for Advance Air & Heat Company HVAC repairs
• Encumbered $125,000 from FY21 Deeds Excise funds for roof repair at Northern Bristol Registry of Deeds
• Approved FY22 insurance premiums totaling $293,120 for property, equipment, surplus lines, and D&O coverage
• Authorized direct premium holiday payments to seven teacher retirees for July 2021
• Approved quote #10-2021-1 for HVAC blower assembly motor repair at 4th District Court
• Approved mileage reimbursement of $175.17 for County Administrator Gomes

Commissioners

The Commissioners will discuss FY22 budget reviews for the Print Shop and Building departments. The body will also review personnel changes and various invoices for legal, audit, and repair services.

• FY 2020 Audit invoice from Lynch Marini & Associates
• MA COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act legislation
• MassDOT communication regarding altered highway location on Rt.138 in Raynham
• Repair invoices from Advance Air for NB 3rd District Court
• FY22 Insurance Coverage Review with John Beauregard

The Bristol County Commissioners approved multiple warrants, invoices, and personnel actions, including setting aside $400,000 for Taunton Superior Court roof repairs and $225,000 for New Bedford Superior Court repairs. They also approved vacation carry-overs for several employees and tabled a collective bargaining item for executive session.

• Approved payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling over $4.8 million
• Approved $15,500 invoice for FY2020 audit from Lynch Marini & Associates
• Approved vacation carry-over for employees in Commissioner's Office, Print Shop, Facilities, and Custodial Staff
• Approved vacation carry-over for employees at Taunton and Fall River Registries of Deeds
• Approved $3,767.89 in HVAC service invoices for New Bedford Trial Court
• Approved $3,800 invoice for legal services from Attorney Robert Novack
• Set aside $400,000 for Taunton Superior Court roof replacement and $225,000 for New Bedford Superior Court repairs
• Tabled discussion of New Bedford Registry of Deeds Side Agreement until next meeting

Commissioners

The Commissioners will meet to review personnel changes, payroll, and various invoices. The agenda includes a discussion on American Rescue Plan Funds and an executive session to act on an arbitrator's decision.

• Discussion on American Rescue Plan Funds
• Invoice from Lynch Marini & Associates for the FY 2020 Audit
• MIIA Health Insurance June invoice
• Invoice from TASC on the Flexible Spending Program
• Executive session to review and act on an arbitrator’s decision

The Bristol County Commissioners approved payroll and accounts payable warrants, minutes from prior meetings, and several payments including a $362,361.71 health insurance premium and a $15,708.69 audit invoice. They also approved a contract with Avenu Insights & Analytics LLC to scan the backlog of Registered Land Department documents at a cost not to exceed $10,000. The board discussed applying for American Rescue Plan Act funds (approximately $109 million) and agreed to meet with communities within 60 days to discuss administration. The meeting ended with a unanimous vote to enter executive session to review an arbitration decision.

• Approved payroll warrants #21110 ($161,353.90) and #21111 ($169,381.22) and AP warrant #21109 ($73,677.68)
• Approved minutes of May 14 and May 18, 2021
• Approved hiring Avenu Insights & Analytics LLC to scan Registered Land Department documents (cost not to exceed $10,000)
• Approved payment of $362,361.71 to MIIA Health Benefits Trust for June 2021 premiums
• Approved payment of $15,708.69 to Lynch Marini & Associates for FY 2020 audit
• Approved payment of $250.00 to TASC for annual fee
• Voted unanimously to enter executive session to review arbitration decision

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners will meet to review personnel matters, payroll warrants, and various communications. The body will also discuss the American Rescue Plan funding and a laptop purchase for the Commissioner’s Office.

• Bids for Northern Bristol Reg. of Deeds Building Roof
• Communication from MassDOT regarding altered State Highway location in Fall River
• Communication from SWCA Environmental Consultants on Revolution Wind Farm and Export Cable Project
• American Rescue Plan Funding Update
• Laptop purchase for Commissioner’s Office

The Bristol County Commissioners voted unanimously to authorize the County Treasurer to apply for federal funds under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, and awarded a roofing bid for the Taunton Registry of Deeds to FRG Contractor Inc. for $89,930. They also approved payroll and accounts payable warrants, personnel notices, and several other routine items.

• Authorized Treasurer to request ARPA federal funds (3-0)
• Awarded Taunton Registry of Deeds roof bid to FRG Contractor Inc. for $89,930 (3-0)
• Approved payroll and AP warrants totaling over $4.4 million (3-0)
• Approved May 4, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Supported special legislation HD 2016 for Christopher Gallagher's creditable service (3-0)
• Approved purchase of laptop for County Administrator for $1,997 (3-0)
• Approved final payment of $25,717.50 to J.D. Rivet for Taunton Superior Court gable roof (3-0)
• Awarded citations of achievement to four BCAHS students (3-0)

Priority needs

The Bristol County Commissioners are meeting to review county needs for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2022 Budget. The meeting includes a period for public input and press time.

• Review of County need for the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget

The Bristol County Commissioners held a priority needs hearing for the FY2022 budget, where the County Administrator reported no revenue loss for FY2021 and projected over $2 million in court rental audit revenue for FY2022. The board voted unanimously to resume in-person meetings on June 1, 2021, discontinuing remote meetings while maintaining social distancing. No public comment was made, and no budget decisions were finalized.

• Voted to return to in-person meetings on June 1, 2021 (3-0)
• Noted FY2021 revenue loss is zero
• Noted FY2022 court rental audit revenue projected over $2 million

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners are meeting to appoint a county representative for receiving federal funding. The body will also receive an update on funding guidelines for the American Rescue Plan of 2021.

• Appointment of County’s Representative for the receipt of federal funding
• American Rescue Plan of 2021 funding guideline update

The Bristol County Commissioners voted unanimously to designate County Treasurer Christopher T. Saunders as the authorized representative to apply for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The board discussed potential uses, including affordable housing, but decided to wait for further federal guidance before requesting or accepting funds. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Designated Treasurer Christopher T. Saunders as ARPA authorized representative (3-0)
• Agreed to wait for more clarification on requesting and accepting ARPA funds

Commissioners

The Commissioners will meet to approve personnel changes, payroll, and accounts payable warrants. The body will also discuss FY 2020 year end transfers and set dates for school assessment discussions.

• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations
• JD Rivet Roofing invoice #35832
• Invoices from Araujo Bros. for Taunton Superior Court, NB District Court, and Fall River Children’s Museum
• FY 2020 year end transfers
• Sheriff’s Department Rent

The Bristol County Commissioners approved routine payments including a $368,354.28 MIIA Health Benefits Trust premium for May 2021, a $12,500 installment for the Taunton Superior Court gable roof contract, and a $12,000 legal services invoice. They also tabled a Home Rule petition regarding creditable service for Mr. Gallagher, and declined to sell the 57 Elm Street property, noting any disposal would require public bidding.

• Approved AP Warrant #21099 and payroll for w/e 5/1/2021 (3-0)
• Approved $368,354.28 MIIA Health Benefits Trust premium for May 2021 (3-0)
• Approved $12,500 third installment for Gable Roof construction at Taunton Superior Court (3-0)
• Approved $12,000 legal services invoice from Attorney Robert Novack (3-0)
• Tabled Home Rule petition for Mr. Gallagher's creditable service (3-0)
• Approved $704.00 for elevator inspection at Fall River Registry (3-0)
• Approved plumbing invoices totaling $2,753.38 from Araujo Bros. (3-0)
• Declined to sell 57 Elm Street property, citing public bidding process (3-0)

Commissioners

The Commissioners will meet to approve personnel changes and payroll warrants. The agenda includes a discussion on dental program options and a contract extension for Odyssey Advisors regarding reporting.

• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations
• Communication from Mayor Mitchell regarding U.S. Foreign Trade Zone
• Painting invoice for the NB 3rd District Court
• Discussion on MIIA dental program options
• Contract extension with Odyssey Advisors for GASB 45/74/75 & OBRA reporting

The Bristol County Commissioners unanimously approved multiple warrants and payroll totaling over $2.9 million, and approved several contracts and payments, including engaging Odyssey Advisors for actuarial services and Atlantic Elevator for elevator inspections. They also revised a prior vote to bundle dental and vision plans through MIIA, and amended a prior vote to support special legislation for Frank Cabral Jr. with an updated bill number.

• Approved AP warrants #21091-21096 and payroll for w/e 4/17/2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 6, 2021 (3-0)
• Received and filed communication from New Bedford Mayor on FTZ application (3-0)
• Approved $1,533 payment to Division of Unemployment Assistance for former Bristol Ag High employee (3-0)
• Approved $600 payment to McCann & Son Painting & Deleading (3-0)
• Revised March 23, 2021 vote to bundle MIIA dental and vision plans, authorized administrator to execute renewal (3-0)
• Approved administrator's enrollment in two CPE courses for MCPPO certification (3-0)
• Engaged Odyssey Advisors for actuarial services at $6,600/year for FY2021-2022 (3-0)

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners will review personnel matters and payroll warrants. The body is scheduled to sign a lease for a satellite Registry of Deeds in Attleboro and a UAW contract for FY '21-FY '23. An update on American Rescue Plan funds is also on the agenda.

• Sign extended lease agreement with the City of Attleboro for satellite Registry of Deeds
• Sign UAW contract with integrated MOA language FY ’21-FY ‘23
• Update on "American Rescue Plan" funds
• Rug cleaning quote from Scott Aguiar
• Proclamation of World Autism Day/Month in Bristol County

The Bristol County Commissioners approved a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) service agreement with Total Administrative Services Corporation (TASC), with the county covering first-year administrative costs. They also approved departmental purchase orders, warrants, surplus property, a carpet cleaning contract, a registry satellite license extension, and a UAW contract. All votes were unanimous (2-0).

• Approved FSA service agreement with TASC (2-0)
• Approved all departmental CPs as presented (2-0)
• Approved payroll and AP warrants totaling $758,418.90 (2-0)
• Approved minutes from March 23, 2021 (2-0)
• Declared Phase 9 surplus property from Bristol County Agricultural High School (2-0)
• Approved $4,000 rent payment for Children's Advocacy Center (2-0)
• Approved $3,296 carpet cleaning contract with Dream Carpets (2-0)
• Approved extended license agreement with City of Attleboro for registry satellite (2-0)

Revised

The Commissioners will review personnel matters, payroll, and accounts payable warrants. The agenda includes a quote from Advance Air & Heat for an exhaust fan unit at NB 3rd District Court.

• Personnel matters including hires, retirements, and leaves
• Quote from Advance Air & Heat for NB 3rd District Court exhaust fan unit
• Reimbursement of Notary Commission fee to County Administrator
• MIIA Health Insurance- FY 2022 dental
• American Rescue Plan funds

The Bristol County Commissioners approved a proposal from MIIA to bundle voluntary dental and vision plans with the county's health insurance starting July 1, 2021, which includes a 0% increase in health costs and a one-month premium holiday. They also approved several routine items: departmental CPs, warrants, minutes, an AC motor replacement quote, a notary fee reimbursement, and the April 2021 MIIA health premium payment. Discussion on the American Rescue Plan was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved MIIA voluntary dental/vision bundle with 0% health increase and one-month premium holiday (3-0)
• Approved all departmental CPs as presented (3-0)
• Approved warrants including payroll and AP warrants totaling over $3.8M (3-0)
• Approved minutes from March 9, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved $3,415 quote from Advance Air & Heat for AC#5 motor replacement at New Bedford 3rd District Court (3-0)
• Authorized $60 notary certification reimbursement to County Administrator Maria Gomes (3-0)
• Approved $362,852.81 payment to MIIA for April 2021 health premiums (3-0)
• Tabled American Rescue Plan discussion to next meeting (3-0)

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners are holding a special meeting to address one primary appointment. The body will consider the appointment of the Bristol County Southern District Register of Deeds.

• Appointment of Bristol County Southern District Register of Deeds

At a special meeting, the Bristol County Commissioners unanimously appointed Sherrilynn M. Mello to fill the vacancy of Frederick M. Kalisz Jr. as Southern District Register of Deeds, effective March 9, 2021. They also voted to issue election precepts to Acushnet, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, New Bedford, and Westport for a November 2022 election for the position.

• Appointed Sherrilynn M. Mello as Southern District Register of Deeds (3-0)
• Issued precepts for November 2022 election for Register of Deeds to five communities (3-0)

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners will meet to review personnel matters, payroll, and accounts payable. The body will discuss emergency repairs for the Attleboro District Court and program support for the Children’s Advocacy Center for FY’22.

• Attleboro District Court emergency repairs
• Children’s Advocacy Center FY’22 program support review
• Northern District Reg. of Deeds lease extension communication
• MIIA Health Insurance invoice for March 2021
• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations

The Bristol County Commissioners voted unanimously to extend the lease for the Registry of Deeds satellite office in Attleboro for five additional one-year terms, expiring June 30, 2026. They also approved routine warrants, personnel notices, a hot water tank replacement, a conditional custodian hire, and continued support for the Children's Advocacy Center. A request for special legislation regarding creditable service was tabled to the next meeting.

• Extended Attleboro Registry of Deeds lease for five one-year terms through June 30, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved payroll and AP warrants totaling $409,305.53 (3-0)
• Authorized hot water tank repair/replacement at Attleboro District Court, to seek COVID-19 reimbursement (3-0)
• Approved $359,661.96 MIIA Health Benefits Trust premium payment for March 2021 (3-0)
• Made conditional offer of employment to Jeremiah Kelleher for custodian position, contingent on physical and CORI check (3-0)
• Continued support for Children's Advocacy Center at 58 Arch Street, Fall River, with FY2022 funding if approved by Advisory Board (3-0)
• Amended Feb 9, 2021 vote to authorize boiler repair by Lemieux Heating up to $5,300 (3-0)
• Tabled request for special legislation on Frank Cabral Jr. creditable service until next meeting (3-0)

Commissioners

The Commissioners will review personnel changes, payroll, and accounts payable warrants. The meeting includes discussions on insurance rates for FY 2022 and weighted vote calculations from the Division of Local Services.

• Emergency leak repair invoice from Lemieux Heating, Inc.
• Emergency steam line repair invoice from Araujo Bros.
• Scanner purchase communication from New Bedford Registry of Deeds
• FY 2022 insurance rates
• Home Rule Petition communication for Frank Cabral

The Bristol County Commissioners approved all departmental CPs as presented and reviewed three warrants totaling over $727,000. They also authorized the purchase of a book scanner for the Registry of Deeds for $27,818.01, approved several emergency repair invoices, and tabled a request for continued funding of the Children's Advocacy Center to the March 9 meeting.

• Approved all departmental CPs as presented.
• Approved Payroll Warrant #21075 ($154,655.46), AP Warrant #21076 ($419,753.44), and Payroll Warrant #21077 ($152,823.68).
• Authorized purchase of a Zeutschel book scanner from RetroFit Technologies for $27,818.01.
• Approved emergency repair invoice from Lemieux Heating for $2,545.17 for Taunton Superior Court.
• Approved emergency repair invoice from Araujo Bros. Plumbing & Heating for $1,876.54 for Taunton Superior Court.
• Approved $4,000 rent invoice for Children's Advocacy Center for February.
• Tabled Children's Advocacy Center request for $31,000 operating support to March 9, 2021.
• Approved invoice from Araujo Bros. for $1,115.34 for New Bedford 3rd District Court repair and $1,743.25 for Taunton Superior Court boiler repair.

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners will meet to review personnel matters, payroll, and insurance rates. The body will also discuss a building project assessment for BC Agricultural HS and a lease extension for RICOH copy machines.

• Review of Draft Memo for Projected Building Project Assessment at BC Agricultural HS
• Extension of RICOH copy machines lease for Bristol County Print Shop
• Review of FY 2022 insurance rates
• MIIA health insurance invoice for February
• Communication regarding Home Rule Petition for Frank Cabral

The Bristol County Commissioners approved five warrants totaling $3,326,621.47, including a $2,809,596.83 warrant, and authorized extending the RICOH copier lease through June 15, 2022. They also approved forwarding a $361,435.72 payment to MITA Health Benefits Trust for February 2021 premiums, and voted to send a draft letter about BCAHS tuition assessments to impacted communities. The meeting moved into executive session at 4:25 pm and did not reconvene in open session.

• Approved warrants #21068-#21074 totaling $3,326,621.47 (3-0)
• Approved $361,435.72 payment to MITA Health Benefits Trust for February 2021 premiums (3-0)
• Authorized County Administrator to extend RICOH copier lease through June 15, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved sending draft BCAHS tuition assessment letter to impacted communities (3-0)
• Tabled Frank Cabral matter to February 23, 2021 meeting
• Moved into executive session for personnel and litigation discussion, no open session reconvene

Commissioners

The Bristol County Commissioners are meeting to approve personnel changes and payroll and accounts payable warrants. The body will also review communications regarding surplus property and purchase authorizations.

• Personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations
• Payroll and AP Warrants
• Surety Bond for Adele Sands
• BCAHS Derek Costa communication on Surplus Property Phase # 8
• Children’s Advocacy Center invoice for January Rent

Commissioners

The Commissioners will meet to review personnel matters, payroll, and accounts payable warrants. The agenda includes discussions on BCAHS surplus property and Federal Rental Assistance Funds.

• Review of BCAHS Surplus Property
• Discussion of Federal Rental Assistance Funds
• Approval of personnel matters including new hires and retirements
• Review of Payroll and AP Warrants

The Bristol County Commissioners voted to forgo applying for federal Coronavirus Relief Funds for rental assistance, allowing the funds to go to the state instead. They also approved departmental CPs, warrants, surplus property requests, and emergency repairs. Commissioner Mitchell was absent due to COVID-19 quarantine.

• Approved all departmental CPs as presented (2-0)
• Approved AP Warrant #21062 for $543,977.89 and Payroll Warrant #21063 for $160,031.06 (2-0)
• Approved minutes of January 6, 2021 (2-0)
• Approved Phase 7 Surplus request from Bristol County Agricultural High School (2-0)
• Voted to forgo applying for Federal Rental Assistance funds, allowing state management (2-0)
• Approved $3,723.00 payment to Division of Unemployment Assistance for former BCAHS employee David Rines (2-0)
• Authorized $720.00 emergency ceiling repair at Taunton Superior Court (2-0)
• Authorized $1,700.00 emergency roof leak repair at New Bedford 3 District Court (2-0)

Commissioners

The Commissioners will meet to administer the oath of office for the County Treasurer and review personnel changes. The body will also discuss cyber security insurance and surplus property from BCAHS.

• Oath of Office for County Treasurer
• Review of personnel matters including new hires, retirements, and terminations
• BCAHS Surplus Property review
• Cyber Security Insurance Quote
• PERAC appropriation notice for FY 2022