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Marshfield public meetings in 2023

37 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 20, 2023

Select Board

Select Board to vote on license renewals and fee waivers

The Select Board will discuss and vote on various annual license renewals and requests to waive filing and building permit fees. The board will also consider the acceptance of a deed for Meadowbrook Circle and several donations.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves 2024 summer population estimate of 47,000

The Marshfield Select Board approved a summer population estimate of 47,000 for 2024, based on recommendations from the Town Clerk and Police Chief. The board also renewed dozens of annual business licenses, accepted several donations, and postponed action on the 2024 Mooring, Skiff Regulations pending Waterways Committee review. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

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Mon Dec 4, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on Annual Town Meeting Warrant and liquor license renewals

The Select Board will discuss and vote on the adoption of a Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan and the opening and closing of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. The board is also reviewing annual license renewals for restaurants, clubs, and package stores.

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✓ Decided: Select Board adopts tax classification, keeps single rate for all classes

The Select Board voted unanimously to continue taxing all property classes at the same rate by adopting a factor of 1 and rejecting both the small commercial exemption and the residential exemption. The board also approved several other items including opening the Annual Town Meeting warrant, accepting donations for veterans, approving a road race, and remanding a property appeal back to the Conservation Commission to check for a conflict of interest. The Hazard Mitigation Plan was discussed but no vote was recorded in the minutes.

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Thu Nov 30, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on one-day alcohol license for James P. Harrington Organization

The Select Board is holding a remote special meeting to discuss and vote on a single item. The board will consider an application for a one-day wine and malt alcohol license.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approved one-day liquor license for James P. Harrington Organization event

The Marshfield Select Board voted 3-0 to approve a one-day indoor wine and malt beverage license for the James P. Harrington Organization for a December 3, 2023 artisan vendor fair at 76 Ferry Ferry Road, pending approvals from police, fire, and insurance. The meeting was brief and adjourned after the single substantive action.

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Mon Nov 20, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board meeting includes votes on town policies and local donations

The Select Board will meet to discuss several action items including town financial and COSO policies. The agenda also includes requests for permission regarding donations, liquor licenses, and holiday tree placement.

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✓ Decided: Select Board reaffirms town fiscal policies and COSO internal controls

The Marshfield Select Board voted unanimously to reaffirm the Town's Consolidated Fiscal Policies and COSO internal control policy, with no changes until Munis software migration is complete. The board also postponed a vote on the Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan to December 4, 2023, and approved several routine items including donations, liquor licenses, a film permit, and an inter-municipal agreement for public health.

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Thu Nov 9, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to hold informational session on South Shore Vocational Technical High School

The Select Board will hold an informational session with Superintendent-Director Thomas Hickey. The discussion focuses on the South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School, including project status and design options.

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✓ Decided: Select Board hears update on South Shore Tech construction project

The Select Board received a presentation from Superintendent Thomas Hickey and LeftField Project Manager Jen Carlson on the proposed construction of a new South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School. The presentation covered the MSBA process, project timeline, design updates, and site options. No votes or decisions were taken on the project.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on Marshfield Housing Authority appointment

The Select Board is holding a hybrid meeting to conduct town business. The primary action is a joint meeting with the Marshfield Housing Authority to fill a commissioner vacancy.

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✓ Decided: Select Board appoints John Daley to Housing Authority vacancy

The Select Board and Marshfield Housing Authority jointly appointed John Daley to fill the vacancy created by Kevin Cantwell's resignation, with a 6-1 vote. The board also approved the FY25 Capital Improvement Plan ($900,000), signed a School Street Traffic Signalization Agreement, and approved an intermunicipal beach nourishment agreement with Duxbury. A pole relocation hearing on Nevada Street was continued for more information.

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Fri Oct 27, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on alcohol and entertainment licenses

The Select Board will meet to discuss and vote on three specific license applications. These include a one-day alcohol license and a one-day entertainment license, as well as a request to change alcohol service hours.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves three alcohol-related licenses for local events and club

The Marshfield Select Board unanimously approved a one-day wine and malt license for Widowmaker Brewing at the Daniel Webster Estate, a one-day entertainment license for the same event, and a permanent amendment to Green Harbor Yacht Club's liquor license allowing Sunday alcohol service to start at 10 a.m. instead of noon. All votes were 3-0.

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Mon Oct 23, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to discuss floodplain policy and various community requests

The Marshfield Select Board will meet to discuss policy regarding proposed CRS floodplain changes. The meeting includes a joint session with the Housing Authority to appoint a new commissioner and several votes on local permits and donations.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves veteran memorial signs, permits, licenses

The Marshfield Select Board approved several routine items including veteran memorial signs, a school field trip, a fundraiser, permit fee waivers, and temporary alcohol and entertainment licenses. All votes were 3-0. The board also discussed Town Meeting format changes and received updates from the Town Administrator and Facilities Director.

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Mon Oct 16, 2023

Special Town Meeting

Select Board convenes Special Town Meeting

The Select Board is holding a Special Town Meeting on October 16, 2023, at Marshfield High School Gymnasium. The agenda contains only the start time and location, with no listed items for discussion or decision.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on Ocean Street sale, dredging contract, and more

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on October 10, 2023, at the Police Station EOC. The board will discuss and vote on several action items, including changing the Special Town Meeting date, signing a purchase and sale agreement for 2160 Ocean Street, awarding a dredging contract, and approving various licenses and appointments. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves $1.1M dredging contract, new town administrator contract

The Select Board unanimously approved a $1,104,010 contract with AGM Marine Contractors for Green Harbor dredging, a new three-year contract for Town Administrator Michael Maresco, and a purchase and sale agreement for 2160 Ocean Street using CPC funds. The board also appointed several members to town committees and approved various licenses.

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Fri Sep 29, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to hold executive session on Open Meeting Law complaint

The Marshfield Select Board is meeting in a hybrid format on September 29, 2023. The only substantive item is an executive session to discuss complaints or charges against a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual, specifically an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Joseph Pecevich. The agenda contains no other business items.

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✓ Decided: Select Board entered executive session to discuss Open Meeting Law complaints

The Marshfield Select Board voted unanimously (3-0) to enter executive session to discuss complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual under Massachusetts law, specifically regarding Open Meeting Law complaints by Joseph Pecevich. The board did not return to public session after the executive session. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

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Mon Sep 25, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on 19 action items, including licenses and fee waivers

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on September 25, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes several executive sessions for litigation, collective bargaining, and an Open Meeting Law complaint, followed by appointments and 19 action items covering licenses, fee waivers, donations, and event permits. The board will also vote to accept minutes from prior meetings.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves Revolutionary War monument design and location

The Select Board unanimously approved the location and design of a Revolutionary War Veterans Honor Roll monument on the Town Green, with plans to seek $126,000 in Community Preservation Committee funding. The board also approved a new utility pole on Dyke Road for Verizon, appointed Michael Arsenault to the Recreation Trails Committee, and reappointed animal inspectors. Several fee waivers and one-day alcohol licenses were granted for upcoming events.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

Joint Public Hearing with Advisory Board

Joint hearing to review Special Town Meeting warrant articles

The Select Board is holding a joint public hearing with the Advisory Board to review the warrant for the upcoming Special Town Meeting. This is a procedural step to discuss the articles that will be presented to voters.

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Mon Sep 11, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on school roof debt exclusion and special election

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting with action items including a vote on a debt exclusion for school roofs and calling a special election for October 21, 2023. The board will also conduct interviews for the Treasurer Collector position, discuss liquor license transfers, and vote on several appointments, donations, and permits.

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✓ Decided: Select Board appoints Shaun Strobel as Treasurer Collector

The Select Board voted 3-0 to appoint Shaun Strobel as Treasurer Collector, pending background check, credit check, and contract negotiation. The board also approved the transfer of liquor and entertainment licenses for Station Eight and a change of ownership for Cask n' Flagon, both by 3-0 votes. A presentation on the Brant Rock Esplanade bullnose traffic and sidewalk plan was given, but no action was taken.

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Thu Aug 31, 2023

Public Hearing

Select Board to discuss removal of Housing Authority member

The Marshfield Select Board is holding a public hearing to discuss the discipline or dismissal of a public officer, employee, or staff member, including the potential removal of an elected member of the Marshfield Housing Authority for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or other misconduct. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person and remote participation options.

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✓ Decided: Select Board holds hearing on removing Housing Authority commissioner

The Select Board held a public hearing to consider removing Joseph Pecevich from the Marshfield Housing Authority Board of Commissioners based on a complaint from 49 Tea Rock Gardens residents alleging inefficiency, neglect of duty, or misconduct. Multiple residents and Housing Authority staff testified about Pecevich's intimidating, aggressive, and demeaning behavior, including raising his voice, lingering on property, and making derogatory comments about residents' disabilities. The hearing was continued to a later date; no decision was made at this meeting.

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Mon Aug 21, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on Seacran LLC license for Red Gold Bogs

The Marshfield Select Board is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of action items, including a license agreement with Seacran LLC for maintaining and harvesting the Red Gold Bogs, appointments, proclamations, and various license requests. The agenda also includes an executive session on collective bargaining strategy and several public updates.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves Red Gold bogs licensing agreement with Seacran LLC

The Select Board voted 2-0 to approve a licensing agreement with Seacran LLC for maintaining and harvesting the Red Gold bogs. The board also approved several event permits, including the 2nd Annual OBRVA Turkey Trot and multiple licenses for the Lobsterfest and Rib Cook Off. A $100 donation to Veterans Services was accepted, and fees for rewiring the fire alarm at Daniel Webster School were waived.

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Fri Aug 11, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on ZBA appointment, discuss complaint

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a public meeting to discuss and vote on appointing Jean Lee to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The board will also enter executive session to discuss an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by John Cusick, as permitted under state law.

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✓ Decided: Select Board appoints Jean Lee to Board of Appeals, enters executive session

The Select Board voted 3-0 to appoint Jean Lee to the Board of Appeals. The board then voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by John Cusick, and did not return to public session before adjourning.

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Mon Aug 7, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on accepting 111-acre Red Gold Farm subdivision

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on August 7, 2023, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes an executive session on collective bargaining, several appointments, and action items covering permit fee waivers, license approvals, and the potential acceptance of the Red Gold Farm Open Space Residential Subdivision (111 acres) to be turned over to the town.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves Webster Street parking license, liquor license transfer, and more

The Marshfield Select Board approved a licensing agreement for parking lots at 937 Webster Street, transferred an all-alcohol restaurant license for The Marsh to new ownership, and accepted the 111-acre Red Gold Farm open space subdivision. The board also hired the Collins Center to assist in recruiting a Treasurer/Collector and Town Accountant, and approved several permits and fee waivers. All votes were unanimous (3-0) except where noted.

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Mon Jul 31, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on Marshfield Housing Trust Fund board composition

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on July 31, 2023, to discuss and vote on a range of items, including the composition of the Marshfield Housing Trust Fund board, several licenses for events like the Marshfield Fair and Lobsterfest, and various donations and appointments. The agenda includes a mix of action items and scheduled appointments, such as a discussion on the School Street signalization plan and a license agreement for parking spaces.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves Eversource fuel storage, housing trust, fair licenses

The Select Board approved an Eversource fuel storage application at 226 Enterprise Drive, appointed seven members to the Marshfield Housing Trust, and approved temporary common victualler licenses for the Marshfield Fair. The board also accepted a $3,000 kayak rack donation, approved a pole on Olympia Road for a temporary pump, and tabled the School Street signalization discussion. All votes were 2-0.

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Wed Jul 26, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on annual peddler's license for Pigpens BBQ

The Marshfield Select Board is holding a special remote meeting with a single action item: discussion and vote on an annual peddler's license application for Keith Newman of Soul Slice Pizza LLC, doing business as Pigpens BBQ. The meeting is conducted under extended COVID-19 remote meeting provisions, with public access via Zoom or local cable channels.

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✓ Decided: Special board meeting approves peddler's license for Soul Slice Pizza

The Select Board held a brief special meeting to approve an annual peddler's license for Keith Newman of Soul Slice Pizza dba Pigpens BBQ, a mobile food vendor. The vote was 2-0.

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Fri Jul 14, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on year-end transfers, BANs/bonds, and a liquor license

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a remote/hybrid public meeting on July 14, 2023, with three action items: approving end-of-year transfers to close out accounts, authorizing bond anticipation notes (BANs) and bonds, and voting on a one-day liquor license for Michael Snowdale dba Stellwagen Beer Company. The meeting is conducted under extended COVID-19 remote meeting provisions.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves $3.845M bond sale and reserve fund transfers

The Select Board unanimously approved the sale of $3.845 million in general obligation bonds to Robert W. Baird & Co. for various town projects, and approved two reserve fund transfers totaling $99,999.54 to cover deficits in legal and IT expense lines. A one-day liquor license for Stellwagen Beer Company was also approved.

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Mon Jul 10, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on Station Eight ownership change, pole hearing, and appointments

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on July 10, 2023, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes appointments, a pole hearing, and multiple action items, including votes on a special town meeting warrant, committee reappointments, and various permits and donations.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves Station Eight ownership changes, continues pole hearing

The Select Board approved two applications for change of ownership interest for M&M Southshore Hospitality LLC d/b/a Station Eight at 1899 Ocean Street, covering periods from 2015-2018 and 2018-2022, both by 3-0 votes. The board also continued a pole hearing for 87 Olympia Road to July 31, 2023, to gather more information. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates only.

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Thu Jul 6, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on interim Town Treasurer Collector appointment

The Marshfield Select Board is holding a hybrid public meeting on July 6, 2023, with the sole action item being a discussion and vote on appointing an interim Town Treasurer Collector. The meeting is largely procedural, with no other substantive agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Appoints interim treasurer after contract talks fail

The Select Board voted 3-0 to appoint Kathleen Maresco as Interim Town Treasurer after Lisa Clark's contract expired June 30 without a mutual agreement. The board will form a search committee on July 10, with a target start date of October 1 for a permanent treasurer.

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Thu Jun 29, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on temporary license for Levitate Music Festival

The Marshfield Select Board is meeting remotely on June 29, 2023, with one action item: discussion and vote on a temporary common victualler license application for the Levitate Music and Arts Festival, submitted by Richard Catrambone dba JC's Dairy. The meeting is hybrid, with public access via Zoom or local cable channels.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approved three special event permits for July 2023

The Select Board unanimously approved a temporary common victualler license for the Levitate Music and Arts Festival, and granted permission for the Rexhame Beach Community Association to hold the Annual Horribles Parade and four summer dances, all pending approvals from other town departments.

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Tue Jun 20, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on $370K ARPA funds for new ambulance

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on June 20, 2023, at 6:30 PM in Town Hall. The agenda includes several action items, most notably a vote on using $370,000 in Plymouth County ARPA funds for a new ambulance, as well as votes on donations, license agreements, and appointments. The meeting also features presentations from the police chief, town planner, and others.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves $370K ambulance with county ARPA funds

The Select Board approved the purchase of a new ambulance using $370,000 in Plymouth County ARPA funds, accepted a one-time increase to retiree COLA from 3% to 5%, and tabled a decision on the Health Circle marijuana dispensary until July 10, 2023. The board also approved two temporary liquor licenses for the Marshfield Elks, appointed Jesse Platt to the Conservation Commission, and accepted donations for a memorial bench and trail maintenance.

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Mon Jun 5, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on seasonal hires, licenses, and appointments

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on June 5, 2023, to discuss and vote on a range of routine municipal items, including seasonal beach hires, appointments to town committees, and various license applications. The agenda also includes several temporary alcohol and entertainment license requests, as well as annual reappointments for town officials.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves land swap for open space and development

The Select Board accepted a 0.33-acre buffer strip from VRT Corp. for conservation and conveyed two parcels totaling 14,700 sq ft to VRT Corp. for development. The board also approved a liquor license transfer, seasonal beach hires, and several appointments. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

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Mon May 22, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on licenses, permits, and appointments

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on May 22, 2023, to discuss and vote on a range of action items, including appointments, licenses, permit fee waivers, and donations. The agenda includes a pole hearing, harbormaster appointments, and several license applications. The board will also vote on accepting the minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves harbormaster appointments, pole relocation, and multiple licenses

The Select Board unanimously approved annual harbormaster appointments, a Verizon pole relocation on 2nd Road, and the Select Board Policies & Procedures guide. They also approved an entertainment license amendment for The Jetty, a licensing agreement for Liv Creative Cuisine to use town land for outdoor seating, and several other permits and donations. All votes were unanimous.

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Thu May 18, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on annual peddler's license for Cheesy Chicks

The Marshfield Select Board is holding a remote/hybrid public meeting on May 18, 2023. The only action item is a discussion and vote on an application for an annual peddler's license from Christine Ramos of Cheesy Chicks. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves Cheesy Chicks peddler's license

The Select Board approved a peddler's license for Justine Ramos, doing business as Cheesy Chicks, to operate a food truck. The meeting lasted one minute and no other business was conducted.

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Tue May 9, 2023

Public Meeting

✓ Decided: Select Board reorganizes, appoints new chair and approves multiple licenses

The Marshfield Select Board reorganized, appointing James Kilcoyne as Chair, Lynne Fidler as Vice Chair, and Stephen Darcy as Clerk. The board approved several licenses and permits, including a common victualler license for Optimal Health and Nutrition, temporary licenses for events like the Levitate Music Festival and Circus Smirkus, and a bike ride route. A vote on a cash handling policy was tabled until May 22, 2023, for revisions.

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Mon May 1, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to appoint acting town clerk for oath ceremony

The Marshfield Select Board is holding an emergency hybrid meeting on May 1, 2023, to consider a single action: appointing Town Administrator Michael A. Maresco as Acting Town Clerk for the purpose of administering the oath of office to residents elected in the April 29, 2023 town election. The meeting will be conducted both in person and remotely via Zoom, with public access details provided.

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✓ Decided: Town Administrator appointed as Acting Town Clerk

The Select Board met for an emergency session to appoint Michael A. Maresco as Acting Town Clerk. This appointment was made specifically to administer the Oath of Office to candidates elected on April 29, 2023.

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Mon Apr 24, 2023

Public Meeting

✓ Decided: Select Board approves various local licenses and cannabis agreement letter

The Select Board approved several business licenses, including peddler and victualler permits. The board also authorized the use of veterans' gift funds and approved a letter to the Cannabis Control Commission regarding Host Community Agreements.

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Mon Apr 10, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on MBTA Communities plan, ARPA tech funding, and donations

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting to discuss and vote on several action items, including filing the MBTA Communities action plan with the state, allocating $194,833 in ARPA funds for technology and security upgrades, and accepting various donations. The board will also hear updates from the fire chief on the Mobile Integrated Health Program and from the town planner on MBTA Communities, and will enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy.

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✓ Decided: Select Board directs filing of MBTA Communities Action Plan

The Select Board approved the filing of the MBTA Communities Action Plan and authorized the use of ARPA funds for IT security upgrades. The Board also approved several business licenses, seasonal beach staffing, and multiple equipment and monetary donations.

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Tue Mar 28, 2023

Public Meeting

✓ Decided: Select Board approves various event permits and accepts project donations

The Select Board approved several temporary licenses for food trucks, entertainment, and liquor, as well as permits for three athletic races. The board also accepted three donations of services and materials for the dog park and Carolina Hill. All votes were 2:0.

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Mon Mar 13, 2023

Public Meeting

✓ Decided: Select Board supports multiple Special and Annual Town Meeting warrant articles

The Select Board voted to support 22 different articles for the Special and Annual Town Meetings, including budget and zoning amendments. The Board also approved several liquor and peddler licenses and declared a local State of Emergency from March 13 to March 16, 2023.

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Mon Feb 13, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board votes on permits, appointments, and donations

The Marshfield Select Board will review several appointments, including an Earth Removal Permit at 45 Proprietors’ Drive and pole hearings on Carolyn Circle and Ocean Street. The board will also vote on accepting specific donations and granting permissions for local events. Additionally, the board will address questions from the Brant Rock Village Association and enter an executive session to discuss litigation strategy.

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Mon Jan 23, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on FY24 budget and beach sticker price increase

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on January 23, 2023, to discuss and vote on several action items, including the FY24 budget, a beach sticker fee increase, and various requests for permissions and appointments. The agenda also includes presentations from the town administrator and other officials.

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✓ Decided: Select Board approves Fiscal Year 2024 Budget

The Select Board approved the FY24 budget and the Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan. Other actions included increasing beach sticker fees and appointing a new Housing Coordinator. The board also granted several permits for town property use and accepted a donation for veterans.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

Public Meeting

Select Board to vote on debt exclusion for Brant Rock Esplanade improvements

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on January 9, 2023, to discuss and vote on a debt exclusion for Brant Rock Esplanade improvements (Bull Nose Design). The board will also consider several action items, including opening a Special Town Meeting warrant, event permits, donations, and a temporary license closure.

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✓ Decided: Select Board rejects debt exclusion for Brant Rock Esplanade improvements

The Select Board voted down a proposed debt exclusion for a $3.7 million project to improve parking and pedestrian safety at the Brant Rock Esplanade. The Board approved several smaller items, including donations for beach and veterans services and the movement of dredge spoils. A Special Town Meeting warrant was opened for April 24, 2023.

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