Norfolk County public meetings in 2021

Commissioners Meeting 12-29-2021

The Commissioners will review minutes from the December 22 meeting and consider personnel matters for the Registry of Deeds. The agenda also includes reports on COVID-19 response protocols and the American Rescue Plan Act.

• Notice of appointment for Lilly Keenan as Senior Clerk at the Registry of Deeds ($40,032.18/yr)
• Town of Walpole request for Engineering Department services
• Report on updated COVID-19 protocols and vacation carry over policy

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the appointment of Lilly Keenan as Senior Clerk at the Registry of Deeds, subject to completion of requirements including a physical and CORI check. They also approved payroll and expense warrants totaling over $984,000, and approved a request for land surveying services from the Town of Walpole. The meeting included updates on ARPA grants, COVID-19 protocols, and other administrative matters.

• Approved minutes of December 22, 2021 meeting
• Approved appointment of Lilly Keenan as Senior Clerk, JG 9-3, $40,032.18/yr, effective 1/10/22, subject to physical and CORI check
• Approved payroll warrant 22-26 County: $135,716.27
• Approved payroll warrant 22-26 School: $345,370.49
• Approved amended expense warrant 12-05-22 County: $503,183.97
• Approved request for Engineering Services from Town of Walpole for land surveying services

Commissioners Meeting 12-22-2021

The Commissioners will consider several personnel appointments, promotions, and retirements across county departments. The meeting includes a discussion on the County Policy on Storm Days and Inclement Weather and the approval of ARPA warrants for Bellingham, MA.

• Appointment of Patrick Rockwell as Survey Crew Chief at $55,039.68/yr
• Promotion of Cheryl A. McElman to Principal Clerk at $43,516.53/yr
• Appointment of Lilly Keenan as Senior Clerk at $40,032.18/yr
• Contingent employment of Haley R. Maziarz as Substitute Instructor at $100.00/day
• Approval of ARPA warrants for Bellingham, MA

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved an ARPA grant of $18,975 to the Town of Bellingham for public health initiatives, making it the fifth town to receive such funds. They also approved a new storm days and inclement weather policy, recommended face coverings in county buildings, and executed several personnel actions, including promotions and a retirement. One personnel appointment was tabled due to incomplete paperwork.

• Approved ARPA grant to Town of Bellingham for $18,975
• Approved storm days and inclement weather policy
• Recommended face coverings in all county buildings (effective 12/22/21)
• Approved personnel actions: promotion of Cheryl A. McElman, contingent employment for Haley R. Maziarz, name change for Michelle E. Early
• Approved retirement of Thomas Brennan
• Approved title change for Patrick Higgins and appointment of Patrick Rockwell
• Tabled appointment of Lilly Keenan due to incomplete paperwork
• Approved payroll warrant $136,665.37 and expense warrant $38,299.31

Commissioners Meeting 12-15-2021

The Norfolk County Advisory Board and its Finance Committee are meeting to discuss and potentially vote on second supplemental budget appropriations for FY22 operating and capital expenses. The meeting also includes a report on the American Rescue Plan Act Program.

• FY22 Second Supplemental Budget Proposal (Operating)
• FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (Operating)
• FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (Capital)
• County Director Report on American Rescue Plan Act Program
• Abrahams Group Report Status Update

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the revised FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation, including $266,480 for operating and $298,749.09 for capital expenses. They also voted to include a comparative analysis of other county IT departments in the scope of the county's IT study. Personnel matters were executed, including the appointment of a new principal for the Agricultural High School. Payroll and expense warrants were approved.

• Approved FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (operating) $266,480
• Approved FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (capital) $298,749.09
• Included comparative analysis of other County IT Departments in IT study scope
• Executed personnel matters: appointed Robin J. VanRotz as Principal at Agricultural High School ($128,000/yr)
• Approved payroll warrant 22-24 (County) $147,189.17
• Approved payroll warrant 22-24(12) (School) $382,977.51
• Approved expense warrant 12-03-22 (County) $275,038.21
• Approved expense warrant 22-06 (School) $271,433.36

Norfolk County Advisory Board Meeting 12-15-2021

The board will consider approving the FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriations for both operating and capital budgets. Members will also receive reports on the American Rescue Plan Act Program and the Abrahams Group report status.

• FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (Operating)
• FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (Capital)
• County Director Report on American Rescue Plan Act Program
• Abrahams Group Report Status Update

The Norfolk County Advisory Board approved two FY22 second supplemental appropriations: $298,749.09 for capital projects and $266,480.00 for operating expenses, both passing by weighted vote. The funds cover items including a technology study, Wollaston Recreational Facility improvements, and legal services for collective bargaining. The board also approved minutes from prior meetings and a proposed 2022 meeting schedule.

• Approved FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (capital) $298,749.09 (68.36 yes, 3.50 no)
• Approved FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (operating) $266,480.00 (68.36 yes, 3.50 no)
• Approved minutes of June 10, 2020 meeting (55.92 yes, 12.84 abstain)
• Approved amended minutes of September 29, 2021 meeting (70.40 yes, 1.46 abstain)
• Approved proposed 2022 Advisory Board meeting schedule (66.90 yes)

NCAB Fin Com Meeting 12-15-2021

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the FY22 Second Supplemental Budget Proposal for operations. The committee may vote on this proposal and any other emergency items raised during the meeting.

• Reconsideration of FY22 Second Supplemental Budget Proposal (Operating)

The Finance Committee unanimously approved the FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation, including $266,480 for operating expenses and $298,749.09 for capital projects. The operating budget includes up to $50,000 for a technology assessment of the Registry of Deeds and county infrastructure, and shifts $15,000 from a golf course project surplus to legal fees. The capital budget funds various projects such as court building repairs, IT upgrades, and Wollaston Recreation Facility improvements.

• Approved FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (Operating) $266,480 (4-0)
• Approved FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (Capital) $298,749.09 (4-0)
• Included up to $50,000 for technology assessment of Registry of Deeds and county infrastructure
• Shifted $15,000 surplus from Presidents Golf Course 15th hole repair to Commissioners' Office Legal Fees

NCAB Fin Com Meeting

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss budget proposals and status updates. The body will review the FY22 Second Supplemental Budget Proposal and receive updates on the Abrahams Group report and school bond audit.

• FY22 Second Supplemental Budget Proposal
• FY23 Capital Budget Update (informational only)
• Abrahams Group Report status update
• Audit-School Bond status update

The Finance Committee approved the revised FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation, including $266,480 for operating expenses and $298,749.09 for capital projects. The operating budget includes up to $50,000 for a technology assessment of the Registry of Deeds and county infrastructure, with recommendations due by May 1, 2022. The capital budget funds projects such as court repairs, IT upgrades, and Wollaston recreation facility improvements. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (Operating) of $266,480 (4-0)
• Approved FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (Capital) of $298,749.09 (4-0)
• Included up to $50,000 for technology assessment of Registry of Deeds and county infrastructure
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Commissioners Meeting 12-08-21

The Norfolk County Commissioners will consider approvals for ARPA warrants for the Town of Dover and grant award letters for justice assistance. The body will also discuss recommendations from the Abrahams Group and a second supplemental appropriation for FY22.

• ARPA Warrants for the Town of Dover
• Grant award letters for Domestic Violence Ended, Manet Community Health Centers, and Walpole Fire Department
• Printing contract for the NC Registry of Deeds
• FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation
• Substitute Instructor appointments for Hailey R. Lannigan and Nicholas Viola at $100.00 per day

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation, including $317,449.09 for capital projects and $201,480.00 for operating expenses. They also approved a $201,000 ARPA grant to the Town of Dover for a public safety dispatch tower replacement, endorsed Bureau of Justice Assistance grant award letters, and approved personnel and warrant items. The meeting included a lengthy discussion with the Register of Deeds about the Abrahams Group Operational Analysis, but no decisions were made on that topic.

• Approved FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (capital) $317,449.09
• Approved FY22 Second Supplemental Appropriation (operating) $201,480.00
• Approved ARPA grant to Town of Dover $201,000 for public safety dispatch tower
• Endorsed Bureau of Justice Assistance Grant Award Letters to Domestic Violence Ended, Manet Community Health Centers, and Walpole Fire Department
• Approved payroll warrant $137,752.11
• Approved expense warrant $55,761.72
• Approved expense warrant (ARPA) $201,000.00
• Approved personnel matters: contingent employment for two substitute instructors

Joint County Commission Aggie Board of Trustees Meeting

The Norfolk County Commission and Agricultural High School Board of Trustees will discuss recommendations from the Abrahams Group. The Commission will also consider personnel changes, ARPA grant awards, and a MassDOT layout alteration.

• Joint discussion of Abrahams Group recommendations for Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• ARPA Grant Awards for the Town of Wellesley and Town of Milton
• Contingent employment of Justine E. Grassey as Substitute Instructor at $100.00 per day
• Transfer of Scott R. Schofield to Substitute Worker at $18.00 per hour
• Vote to authorize certification of MassDOT Layout Alteration No. 8832

The County Commissioners and Agricultural High School Trustees met jointly to discuss the NCAHS operational analysis, focusing on food service and maintenance. The Board then approved three ARPA grants, including $1.5M for Wellesley's water treatment plant, and several personnel and financial warrants. They also authorized applying for opioid settlement funds and proceeding with cybersecurity training.

• Approved $1,500,000 ARPA grant to Town of Wellesley for water treatment plant MADEP compliance
• Approved $80,800 ARPA grant to Town of Milton for culvert design and replacement
• Approved $26,229 ARPA grant to Town of Milton for Parks and Recreation Software Upgrade
• Approved personnel matters: contingent employment for Justine E. Grassey and transfer for Scott R. Schofield
• Approved payroll warrants: $137,234.59 (County) and $328,400.40 (School)
• Approved expense warrants: $13,190.00 (WRF) and $107,029.00 (County ARPA)
• Approved October 2021 Trial Balance
• Awarded Bureau of Justice Grants: $12,000 to Manet Community Health Center and $12,000 to DOVE

County Commission

The Norfolk County Commissioners will consider contract awards for roof and air unit replacements at three locations. The body will also review personnel changes and reports on the American Rescue Plan Act and COVID-19 response.

• Contract award for Roof Replacement for Dedham District Court
• Contract award for Make Up Air Unit Replacement for Stoughton District Court
• Contract award for Roof Replacement for Old River Place
• Personnel change for John Palmer from Roving Utility Worker ($49,443.84/yr) to Sr. Building Custodian ($48,065.76/yr)
• Approval of September Trial Balance

The Norfolk County Commissioners and the Agricultural High School Board of Trustees held a joint meeting to discuss the Abrahams Group operational analysis of the school, focusing on food service and maintenance. The Commissioners approved three ARPA grants: $1,500,000 for Wellesley's water treatment plant, $80,800 for Milton's Harland Street Culvert design, and $26,229 for Milton's Parks and Recreation software. They also approved personnel changes, payroll and expense warrants, the October 2021 trial balance, and other routine items.

• Approved $1,500,000 ARPA grant for Town of Wellesley water treatment plant compliance.
• Approved $80,800 ARPA grant for Town of Milton Harland Street Culvert design and replacement.
• Approved $26,229 ARPA grant for Town of Milton Parks and Recreation Software Upgrade.
• Approved personnel matters: contingent employment for Justine E. Grassey and transfer for Scott R. Schofield.
• Approved payroll warrants: $137,234.59 (County) and $328,408.40 (School).
• Approved expense warrants: $13,190.00 (credit card), $48,886.63 (County), $107,029.00 (County ARPA).
• Approved October 2021 Trial Balance as submitted.
• Awarded Bureau of Justice Grants: $12,000 to Manet Community Health Center and $12,000 to DOVE.

Norfolk County Commission Meeting 11-17-21

The Norfolk County Commission will review a presentation on using ARPA funds to address substance dependence and mental health. The body will also consider personnel appointments and discuss facilities maintenance recommendations from the Abrahams Group.

• Appointment of Jill McCarthy as Part-Time Administrative Assistant at $30,000.00/yr
• Contingent appointment of John Bertrand as Temporary Custodian at $18.00/hr
• Presentation on ARPA funds for substance dependence, addiction, and mental health
• Discussion of Abrahams Group Recommendations for Facilities Maintenance
• Executive session regarding a grievance with AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417

The Norfolk County Commission approved the 2022 holiday calendar, two personnel appointments, and multiple payroll and expense warrants. They also discussed the Abrahams Group's facilities maintenance recommendations, heard a proposal for ARPA-funded behavioral health programs, and appointed Francis Hegarty to the Insurance Advisory Committee. The meeting included an executive session on collective bargaining.

• Approved the 2022 Holidays and Dates for Norfolk County.
• Appointed Francis Hegarty to the Insurance Advisory Committee.
• Approved personnel actions: Jill McCarthy as Part-Time Administrative Assistant ($30,000/yr) and John Bertrand as Temporary Custodian ($18.00/hr).
• Approved payroll warrants: County $136,105.34 and School $380,345.29.
• Approved expense warrants: WRF credit card $26,000.00, County $22,230.82, School $212,479.06.
• Voted to table the minutes of the November 10, 2021 open session.
• Entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining with AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417.
• Proclaimed November 27, 2021 as Small Business Saturday.

Norfolk County Commission Meeting 11-10-21

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to approve payroll warrants and personnel changes. The body will consider contract awards for the Wollaston Recreational Facility and Dedham District Courthouse, and discuss recommendations from the Abrahams Group.

• Contract awards for Wollaston Recreational Facility: concrete stair removal/construction, golf course renovations, and a 5-year lease/purchase of Toro equipment
• Contract award for gutter section replacement at Dedham District Courthouse
• Contingent employment of Benjamin T. Wincze as Substitute Instructor at Norfolk County Agricultural High School at $100.00/Day
• Retirement of Richard D. Fitzpatrick, Jr. as Business Manager at $149,352.00/yr
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

The Norfolk County Commission awarded multiple contracts for the golf course and other county facilities, including stair replacement, green renovations, equipment lease/purchase, and gutter replacement. The commission also approved personnel actions, payroll and expense warrants, and discussed updates on ARPA funds, vaccination mandates, and the Wollaston Recreational Facility recommendations.

• Awarded stair replacement contract to Foulsham Corp. for $100,000
• Awarded green renovations contract to Bowditch Excavating, Inc. for $65,966
• Awarded lease/purchase of Toro equipment to PMC Equipment for $12,140.11 over 5 years
• Awarded gutter replacement at Dedham District Court to Titan Roofing for $23,400
• Approved minutes of November 3, 2021 meeting
• Executed personnel matters including contingent employment, retirement, and resignation
• Executed payroll warrant 22-19 for $136,773.45
• Executed expense warrant 11-2-22 for $267,108.92

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will meet to open bids for a golf course renovation and discuss IT recommendations from the Abrahams Group. The body will also consider a parking lot rental request and a personnel rehire for the Agricultural High School.

• Bid opening for Golf Course Renovation
• Rehire of Eileen F. Czyrklis as Substitute Instructor at $100.00/Day
• Cranshaw Construction request to rent Registry of Deeds Back Parking Lot (11/8/2021 to 12/8/2021)
• Discussion of Abrahams Group recommendations for Data Processing/Information Technology
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved several routine items, including payroll and expense warrants totaling over $679,000, a personnel rehire, and a parking lot rental for Cranshaw Construction. They also tabled an executive session item and discussed IT recommendations and ARPA funding, but took no final action on those topics.

• Tabled executive session agenda item #3 until next week
• Approved minutes of Open Session of October 27, 2021 as submitted
• Approved minutes of Executive Session of October 27, 2021 as submitted and not to disclose
• Executed personnel matter: rehire Eileen F. Czyrklis as Substitute Instructor at $100/day effective 11/3/2021
• Executed payroll warrant 22-18 for $138,715.89
• Executed payroll warrant 22-18(9) for $409,658.83
• Executed expense warrant 11-01-22 for $131,126.74
• Approved Cranshaw Construction rental of Registry of Deeds Back Parking Lot from 11/8/2021 to 12/8/2021, pending Register of Deeds approval

NCAB Fin Com Meeting

The Finance Committee will review the Abrahams Report and action plans. The body will also discuss updates regarding ARPA and the FY22 Capital Budget, alongside a preliminary review of the Agricultural School Budget.

• Review of Abrahams Report and Action Plans
• ARPA Update
• FY22 Capital Budget Update
• Agricultural School Budget Preliminary Review

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee met and approved the minutes of the September 9, 2021 meeting, as amended by County Director John Cronin. The meeting included updates on the Abrahams Report, ARPA portal activation, and the FY22 capital budget, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved September 9, 2021 minutes as amended (3-0)

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will open bids for a roof replacement at Dedham District Court and new staircases for the Wollaston Recreational Facility. The body will also consider personnel changes at Norfolk County Agricultural High School and discuss recommendations for the Treasurers Department.

• Bid opening: Roof Replacement for the Dedham District Court
• Bid opening: Concrete stairs removal and construction for Wollaston Recreational Facility
• Appointment of John R. Wallace as Business Manager at $140,000.00/yr
• Resignation of Principal Ronald D. Driskill ($135,006.9/yr)
• Discussion of Abrahams Group Recommendations for Norfolk County Treasurers Department

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commission will consider personnel salary and hiring updates and authorize a bond anticipation note for the Norfolk County Agricultural School. The body will also review bid openings for court and facility repairs.

• Salary adjustment for Payroll Specialist Amy Duquette to $68,123.25/yr
• Hiring of temporary custodians Edison McIntosh and Matthew Labadini at $18.00/hr
• Bid openings for Dedham District Court gutter replacement and 53 Old River Place roof replacement
• Vote to authorize sale of Bond Anticipation Note for Norfolk County Agricultural School
• Authorization for Patrick Higgins to represent the Commission before the Dedham Conservation Commission

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review minutes from the October 6, 2021 meeting and consider several personnel matters. The agenda also includes reports on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and the COVID-19 response.

• Resignation of Julia H. Lee as Student Worker at $15.75/hr
• Retirement of Bradley A. Christiansen as Animal Science Foreperson/Hay Production at $81,309.26/yr
• Contingent employment of Ceara N. Walsh as Substitute Instructor at $100.00/day
• Resignation of Gary Lubin as Temporary Employee for the Registry of Deeds at $34.00/hr

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will consider personnel appointments and resignations for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School and Wollaston Recreational Facility. The body will also review a contract award for pine sawdust and receive reports on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and COVID-19 response.

• Contract award for Pine Sawdust for one year with two one-year renewal options
• Resignations of Marissa M. James and Paul Z. Ferraro as Substitute Instructors at $100.00/day
• Contingent employment of Cait E. Lanza as Substitute Instructor at $100.00/day
• Contingent employment of Lily B. Chansyna as Seasonal Pro Shop Employee at $13.50/hr
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

The Norfolk County Commissioners received the final presentation of the Abrahams Group's operational and financial review, covering the Registry of Deeds and Treasurer's Office. No formal action was taken on the report's recommendations; the Commissioners stated they will review it. The board also approved routine items including prior meeting minutes, personnel changes, payroll and expense warrants, a trial balance, a revised personnel form, and a contract for pine sawdust.

• Approved minutes of September 8, 15, and 29, 2021 meetings
• Accepted resignations of two substitute instructors at Agricultural High School
• Approved contingent employment for a substitute instructor and a seasonal pro shop employee
• Approved payroll warrant 22-14 for County ($140,495.44)
• Approved payroll warrant 22-14(7) for School ($330,450.38)
• Approved expense warrant for WRF Sales Tax ($36,610.00)
• Approved expense warrant for County ($207,968.88)
• Approved August 2021 Trial Balance and revised Personnel Status form

Commission Quorum

The Norfolk County Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss County Supplemental Budget Appropriations. The notice states that no votes will be taken by the Commission during this meeting.

• Discussion of County Supplemental Budget Appropriations

Commission Quorum

The Norfolk County Commission will meet to discuss County Supplemental Budget Appropriations. The body will also receive an update from the County Director of the American Rescue Plan Act Program. No votes will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion of County Supplemental Budget Appropriations
• Update from the County Director of the American Rescue Plan Act Program

NCAB Finance Committee Meeting

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting to discuss a supplemental operating appropriation for FY22. The committee will specifically review a request for Registry of Deeds legal fees.

• FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (Operating) for Registry of Deeds legal fees
• Approval of September 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of future meeting calendar

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the Advisory Board deny the Registry of Deeds' request to transfer $40,000 from Deeds Excise to Legal Fees, citing that the Registry had incurred $27,000 in legal fees without prior appropriation, which violates statutory requirements. Instead, the committee recommended that the Registry transfer funds within its own FY22 budget through the County Director. The committee also tabled the minutes from September 16, 2021, and future meeting calendar discussion.

• Recommended denying Registry of Deeds $40,000 transfer from Deeds Excise to Legal Fees (5-0)
• Recommended Registry of Deeds transfer funds within FY22 budget via County Director (5-0)
• Tabled minutes of September 16, 2021 (5-0)
• Tabled future meeting calendar discussion (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Norfolk County Advisory Board Meeting

The board will discuss the FY 2022 schedule and the role of the NCAB. Members may vote on first supplemental appropriations for both operating and capital budgets. The meeting also includes a report on the American Rescue Plan Act Program.

• FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (Operating)
• FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (Capital)
• County Director Report on American Rescue Plan Act Program
• Tentative NCAB Schedule FY 2022
• Approval of June 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Norfolk County Advisory Board approved the FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (Operating) as amended, removing a $40,000 transfer request from the Registry of Deeds into legal services, after the Finance Committee flagged the request as violating statutory requirements. The board also approved the FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (Capital) as presented. A motion to approve the operating appropriation as originally presented failed.

• Approved FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (Operating) minus $40,000 Registry of Deeds transfer, totaling $1,769,838.94 (75.13-7.08 weighted vote)
• Denied motion to approve FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (Operating) as presented, totaling $1,809,838.94 (14.47-67.74 weighted vote)
• Approved FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (Capital) as presented, totaling $1,378,305.00 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will consider a Land Court petition regarding a private property subdivision abutting Commercial Street in Weymouth. The body will also review a request from the Bar Association of Norfolk County to host free legal clinics in county courthouses.

• Appointment of Kristin M. Hagstrom as part-time cafeteria worker at Norfolk County Agricultural High School at $16.00/hr
• Bid openings for pine sawdust for Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Request from Bar Association of Norfolk County for free legal clinics in county courthouses
• Review of Land Court Case Plan Number 7056-C of 2021 regarding Commercial Street, Weymouth
• Reports on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and COVID-19 response

NCAB Executive Committee Meeting

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Executive Committee met on September 28, 2021, and discussed the supplemental budget request from the Registry of Deeds, with a vote possible but not recorded as taken. The committee also discussed its structure and goals for FY 2022. Minutes from the June 17, 2021 meeting were considered. No final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Discussed the Registry of Deeds supplemental budget request (vote may be taken, but no outcome recorded)
• Discussed NCAB structure and goals for FY 2022
• Considered minutes of the June 17, 2021 meeting

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will consider personnel appointments and retirements for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School. The body will also review a Land Court petition regarding a property subdivision in Weymouth.

• Abrahams Group Presentation of Phase II Report
• Appointment of Stephanie Shanteler as 183 Day Instructor at $56,934.90/yr
• Appointment of Wendy Buchaman as Part-Time Main Office Clerk at $20.00/hr
• Land Court Petition (Case 7056-C) regarding property abutting Commercial Street, Weymouth
• Request for Civic Rate at President’s Golf Course for the Rick Miller Memorial Classic

Revised

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on supplemental operating and capital appropriations for FY22. The committee will also review a proposed ARPA grant budget for FY22-FY24 and a transfer request from the Norfolk County Agricultural High School.

• FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (Operating)
• FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (Capital)
• Transfer Request from the Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Proposed ARPA Grant Budget for FY22-FY24

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to approve the FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation, including $1,378,305 for capital and $1,769,838.94 for operating expenses. The operating approval includes a condition to gather more information on a $40,000 transfer from Registry of Deeds dedicated deeds excise to legal services, which was also approved separately. The committee also discussed the ARPA grant budget but took no action, and approved minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved the FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (capital) of $1,378,305.00 as presented.
• Approved the FY22 First Supplemental Appropriation (operating) of $1,769,838.94, with a condition to gather further information on the Registry of Deeds transfer.
• Approved the transfer of $40,000 from Registry of Deeds Dedicated Deeds Excise to Registry of Deeds Legal Services.
• Approved the minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting of July 27, 2021.
• Approved the minutes of the Joint Meeting of the Finance Committee of July 28, 2021.
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:43 pm.

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are reviewing several personnel matters including resignations and contingent employments. The agenda also includes requests regarding MassDOT easement notifications in Avon and Bellingham, as well as two supplemental appropriation requests for FY22.

• Resignations at Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Contingent employment of a Substitute Nurse at $200.00/day
• Seasonal employment at Wollaston Recreational Facility
• MassDOT Temporary Easement in Avon, MA along East Main Street and East Spring Street
• MassDOT Layout and Taking for alterations on Mechanic Street (Route 140) in Bellingham, MA

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will discuss the Quincy District Court with the Division of Capital Asset Management & Maintenance. The meeting includes executive sessions to address an Open Meeting Law complaint, pending litigation, and the value of real property in Randolph, Stoughton, Quincy, and Walpole.

• Discussion regarding Quincy District Court
• Executive session on real property at High Street (Randolph), Page Street (Stoughton), Dennis Ryan Parkway (Quincy), and Fisher Street (Walpole)
• Personnel change for Wendy Harlow, 183 Day Instructor at Norfolk County Agricultural High School, at $101,286.43/yr
• Contingent employment for James S. Galvin as Seasonal Grounds Crew at Wollaston Recreational Facility at $14.00/hr
• Executive session regarding litigation: Walpole Preservation Alliance, Inc. vs. County of Norfolk and William P. O’Donnell vs. Board of County Commissioners

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review the appointment of three substitute instructors for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School. The body will also consider a vote to extend the contract for Abraham’s Group Contract Services.

• Contingent employment of Shantae M. Holmes as Substitute Instructor at $100/day
• Contingent employment of Samantha H. Kraus as Substitute Instructor at $100/day
• Contingent employment of Michelle M. McKeon as Substitute Instructor at $100/day
• Contract award vote for the extension of Abraham’s Group Contract Services

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are considering personnel appointments and resignations for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School and the Commissioners Office. The body will also vote on contract awards for plumbing and grain services, as well as a veterans service contract with the Town of Avon.

• Contract awards for Aggie High School on-call plumber and cattle, sheep, and swine grain
• Contract with Town of Avon for Veterans Service Officer Services
• Engagement letters for Mintz PC and CliftonLarsonAllen LLC regarding the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
• Request from North Center Productions – HBO to rent the Registry Back Parking Lot on 8-27-21
• Personnel actions including the appointment of Wade H. Killman as Adjustment Counselor at $76,961.80/yr

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will review personnel appointments and a legislative consultant contract. The body may also vote to select a CPA firm to administer American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funds.

• Vote to select a CPA Firm for ARPA Fund Administration
• Contract award for a Legislative Consultant for the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
• Appointment of Christopher D. Gill as Temporary Custodian at $44,223.84/yr
• Appointment of Desima Bunnell as Senior Clerk at $40,032.18/yr
• Employment of Michael C. Doyle as Seasonal Grounds Crew at $14.00/hr

Commissioners Quorum

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting for the Massachusetts Association of County Commissioners. The body will discuss regional collaborative efforts to distribute funds from the American Rescue Plan Act. No votes are anticipated.

• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act fund distribution

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to review personnel changes and approve payroll warrants. The body will consider a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment for Quincy District Court and a Bond Anticipation Note for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School Bond Project of 2020.

• Request for Phase I Environmental Site Assessment at Quincy District Court
• Bond Anticipation Note for Norfolk County Agricultural High School Bond Project of 2020
• Possible vote on CPA firms to assist administration of American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 money
• Appointment of Richard Hatch as Chief Information Officer at $129,067.40/yr
• First reading of Annual Performance Evaluation Policy for Non-Union Employees

The Norfolk County Commissioners voted unanimously to deny the appointment of Richard Hatch as permanent Chief Information Officer, despite a request from the Register of Deeds. The board also approved several personnel actions, including resignations and a new custodian, and approved the sale of a $1,000,000 bond anticipation note. The meeting included executive sessions for litigation and real property discussions, and no public comments were made.

• Denied appointment of Richard Hatch as permanent CIO (3-0)
• Approved sale of $1,000,000 General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes to Piper Sandler & Co.
• Approved personnel actions: accepted resignations, terminated Anthony J. Principe, appointed Christopher D. Gill as Custodian
• Approved contingent employment for Niall E. Dalton as Seasonal Grounds Crew
• Approved contingent employment for James P. Regan as Temporary Plumber
• Tabled minutes of July 28, 2021 open session and July 21, 2021 executive session
• Approved payroll warrant 22-05 for $140,918.52
• Approved expense warrants totaling $1,570,779.24

Joint County Commissioners Finance Committee Meeting

The County Commissioners and Advisory Board Finance Committee met to cure an open meeting law violation regarding a previous discussion on a hiring freeze. The body also approved several personnel appointments and set aside funds for fiscal year 2021 reserves.

• Set aside $1,414,297.74 for FY21 Reserve
• Appointed Michael F. Blese as 184 Day Instructor at $71,767.38/yr
• Rehired Joseph D. Rotigliano as Athletic Director at $15,636.79/yr
• Appointed Stephen Thoener as Custodian at $44,223.84/yr (Temporary Status)
• Tabled rent relief request from Boston Butler golf course vendor until mid-September

The joint meeting of the Norfolk County Commissioners and the Advisory Board Finance Committee discussed a letter from Finance Committee Chair Reardon recommending a hiring freeze and the effect of a related June 2 vote. No formal action was taken on the hiring freeze during this meeting. The commissioners also approved minutes from previous meetings and several personnel appointments.

• Approved minutes of Open Session meetings on July 21 and July 22, 2021
• Approved minutes of Executive Session meetings on July 21 and July 22, 2021
• Approved appointment of Stephen Thoener as Custodian at Norfolk County Agricultural High School, $44,223.84/yr, effective 8/2/21
• Approved appointment of Michael F. Blese as 184 Day Instructor, $71,767.38/yr, effective 8/30/21
• Approved rehire of Joseph D. Rotigliano as Athletic Director, $15,636.79/yr, effective 7/1/21
• Approved contingent employment of Michael C. Doyle as Seasonal Grounds Crew at Wollaston Recreational Facility, $14.00/hr, effective 7/29/21

NCAB Fin Com Meeting

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee will meet to review and discuss draft financial policies presented by The Abrahams Group. The committee may also vote to approve meeting minutes from April, May, and June 2021.

• Review of draft financial policies presented by The Abrahams Group
• Approval of meeting minutes from 6-9-21, 5-12-21, and 4-14-21

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of the draft financial policies to the Norfolk County Advisory Board, with agreed-upon changes. The committee also approved minutes from its June 9, May 12, and April 14, 2021 meetings. The meeting was held via Zoom and adjourned at 2:03 pm.

• Approved minutes of June 9, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 14, 2021 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of draft financial policies to Advisory Board (4-0)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet to conduct an executive session. The body will discuss strategy for pending litigation and the purchase, exchange, or value of real property within the county.

• Executive session regarding pending litigation matters
• Executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, or value of real property

The Norfolk County Commissioners held a brief open session and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation and real property matters. After correcting the initial motion, they reconvened in executive session and later returned to open session solely to adjourn. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Voted to enter executive session for litigation strategy and real property discussion (3-0)
• Amended motion to enter executive session after procedural correction (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will consider a response to an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by the Registry of Deeds. The body will also review personnel appointments and bid openings for county services.

• Open Meeting Law complaint filed by Marguerite Lee on July 1, 2021
• Appointment of Richard Hatch as Chief Information Officer at $129,067.40/yr
• Bid opening for Legislative Consultant for the NC Registry of Deeds
• Bid opening for on-call plumbing services for the N C Agricultural HS
• Rate reduction request for Marc A. Susi Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament

The Norfolk County Commissioners voted to approve Richard Hatch as Chief Information Officer at a flat rate of $129,067.40/year, but changed his status from permanent to temporary, effective July 26, 2021, and concluding on or before June 30, 2022, pending review of the Abrahams Group Report. They also approved payroll and expense warrants totaling $138,966.02 and $1,444,722.20, respectively, and granted a charitable rate for the Marc A. Susi Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament. The board tabled a rate relief request from the View Restaurant and Tavern and directed the County Director to begin a preliminary investigation into traffic calming measures at the Registry of Deeds Parking Lot.

• Approved Richard Hatch as CIO with temporary status, effective 7/26/21, at $129,067.40/yr.
• Approved payroll warrant 22-03 for $138,966.02.
• Approved expense warrant 07-03-22 for $1,444,722.20.
• Granted charitable rate for the Marc A. Susi Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament on 7/24/21.
• Tabled rate relief request from the View Restaurant and Tavern.
• Directed County Director to begin preliminary investigation into traffic calming at Registry of Deeds Parking Lot.
• Approved personnel actions: termination of Trinka Snyder, contingent employment of Andrew J. Viola, promotions of Yudenia A. Sanchez and Christian J. Dauphinee.
• Approved minutes of 7/14/21 open session as amended and executive session minutes as submitted.

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet to approve the FY2022 County Assessment and review a report on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The body will also consider an Open Meeting Law complaint and a personnel appointment.

• Approval of FY2022 Norfolk County Assessment
• Appointment of Joseph D’Auria as Assistant Treasurer
• Contingent employment of Benjamin F. Snyder as Seasonal Grounds Crew at $14.00/hr
• Executive session regarding an Open Meeting Law complaint filed July 1, 2021
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

Commissioners Revised

The Commissioners will meet to discuss an Open Meeting Law complaint filed by the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds. The body will also consider the FY2022 Norfolk County Assessment and a report on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

• Executive session regarding an Open Meeting Law complaint filed July 1, 2021
• Appointment of Joseph D’Auria as Assistant Treasurer
• Employment of Benjamin F. Snyder as Seasonal Grounds Crew at $14.00/hr
• Approval of FY2022 Norfolk County Assessment
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review several personnel matters including resignations, a retirement, and appointments. The body may also vote to accept federal funds from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

• Resignations at Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Retirement of John F. Neill as Custodian
• Appointment of Desima Bunell as Senior Clerk for Registry of Deeds
• Promotion of Lauren F. Dutton to Head Administrative Assistant for Registry of Deeds
• Potential vote to accept American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 federal funds

The Norfolk County Commissioners voted unanimously to authorize the County Treasurer to apply for and accept all federal funds available through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and designated the Director of Operations as administrator of those funds. The board also approved several personnel actions, including a promotion for Lauren F. Dutton, and tabled a Registry of Deeds appointment until August 4, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on facilities, ARPA, and legislative matters.

• Authorized Treasurer to apply for and accept ARPA funds, with Director of Operations as administrator (3-0)
• Approved promotion of Lauren F. Dutton to Head Administrative Assistant at $60,980.86/yr (2-1)
• Tabled appointment of Desima Bunell as Senior Clerk until August 4, 2021
• Approved payroll warrant 22-01 for $131,899.56
• Approved expense warrant 7-6-21 for $46,090.00
• Approved expense warrant 07-01-22 for $459,040.97
• Approved minutes of June 30 and July 1, 2021 meetings
• Recessed meeting to July 14, 2021

Commissioners Quorum

Norfolk County Commissioners will attend a meeting of the Massachusetts Association of County Commissioners. The body expects to discuss the American Rescue Plan Act, though no votes are anticipated.

• Discussion of the American Rescue Plan Act

Commissioners Revised Meeting

The Massachusetts Association of County Commissioners met on July 1, 2021, with representatives from Norfolk, Bristol, and Plymouth counties. They heard a presentation from Plymouth County Treasurer Thomas O'Brien on administering federal CARES Act funds. A general discussion was held on tracking, accounting for, and distributing American Rescue Plan Act funds. The counties agreed to meet again in one month, with Norfolk hosting the next meeting.

• Agreed to meet again in one month to discuss progress on federal fund distribution
• Agreed that Norfolk County would hold the next meeting

Commissioners Meeting

The Massachusetts Association of County Commissioners held a public meeting where commissioners from Norfolk, Bristol, and Plymouth counties heard a presentation from Plymouth County Treasurer Thomas O'Brien on administering federal CARES Act funds. A general discussion was held on the American Rescue Plan Act, including strategies for tracking, accounting for, and distributing federal funds. The representatives resolved to meet again in one month, with Norfolk County to host the next meeting.

• Resolved to meet again in one month to discuss progress on federal fund distribution
• Agreed that Norfolk County would hold the next meeting

County Commission

The County Commission will meet to review personnel changes and hear reports on facilities maintenance and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The body will also discuss Dedham Square parking with town officials and consider contract awards for architectural services and website redesign.

• Discussion with Dedham Town Manager and officials regarding Dedham Square Parking
• Contract awards for 'As Needed' Architectural Services and County Website Redesign and Webhosting
• Appointment of Richard Hatch as Chief Information Officer at $129,067.40/yr
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
• FY22 Purchasing Rules and Regulations

The Norfolk County Commission voted 2-1 against appointing Richard Hatch as Chief Information Officer for the Registry of Deeds, a position budgeted at $129,067.40 per year. Commissioners Collins and Shea voted no, preferring to wait for the Abrahams Group's operational analysis, which is expected in late July. The Commission also approved payroll and expense warrants, FY22 Purchasing Rules and Regulations, and several personnel actions, including new hires and retirements.

• Rejected the appointment of Richard Hatch as CIO for the Registry of Deeds (2-1 vote).
• Approved payroll warrants for County ($278,441.41) and School ($474,688.38 total).
• Approved expense warrants for County ($185,822.66) and School ($169,576.18).
• Approved the FY22 Purchasing Rules and Regulations.
• Approved personnel actions including new hires, resignations, and retirements.
• Approved use of the County parking lot by Norfolk and Dedham Group on September 15, limited to 50 cars.
• Discussed ARPA funds, with intention to pass through most funds to cities and towns.
• Approved minutes of the June 23, 2021 meeting.

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting to consider personnel appointments and resignations, including a new Director of Special Education for the Agricultural High School. The body will also review a facilities maintenance report and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

• Appointment of Kim F. Cattan Skelly as Director of Special Education at $108,000.00
• Bid opening for architectural services at Wollaston Recreational Facility
• Request for transfer of funds within the FY21 Wollaston Recreational Facility Budget
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
• Abrahams Group Report of Regional Services Review

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved multiple personnel actions, including the appointment of Kim F. Cattan Skelly as Director of Special Education at the Agricultural High School, and accepted resignations from the Athletic Director and a Registry of Deeds clerk. They also approved payroll and expense warrants, a budget transfer for the Wollaston Recreational Facility, and discussed the American Rescue Plan Act and facilities updates. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes of June 16, 2021 meeting
• Approved contingent employment for six student workers at Agricultural High School
• Accepted resignation of Athletic Director Derrick C. Stokes
• Approved appointment of Kim F. Cattan Skelly as Director of Special Education ($108,000/yr)
• Approved payroll warrant 21-51 ($144,091.37)
• Approved expense warrant 06-04-21 ($121,690.76)
• Approved expense warrant 21-12A ($155,307.34)
• Approved $5,000 transfer within FY21 Wollaston Recreational Facility budget

NCAB Executive Committee Meeting

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Executive Committee will conduct a site visit to parcels on Fisher Street regarding a proposed solar project. The committee will also select an appraisal firm.

• Site visit to Fisher Street Norfolk County Agricultural High School Parcels for proposed solar project
• Selection of appraisal firm

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Executive Committee approved the minutes from March 6, 2019, and selected Bruce Wiley of US Solar Value to appraise a parcel at the Norfolk County Agricultural High School for a solar array. The decision was made after comparing quotes from two qualified appraisers, with Wiley's quote of $300 being significantly lower than the other vendor's $6,950. The committee also conducted a site visit to the parcel before the vote.

• Approved minutes of March 6, 2019 meeting (2-0)
• Selected Bruce Wiley of US Solar Value as appraiser for school parcels (2-0)

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will consider personnel appointments and retirements for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School. The meeting includes a report on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and a facilities maintenance capital improvement report.

• Retirement of Heidi C. Black as Director of Student Services ($126,997.50)
• Appointment of Kim F. Cattan Skelly as Director of Special Education ($108,000.00/yr)
• Contract awards for Animal/Fish Feeds & Bedding for the NCAHS
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
• Facilities Maintenance Capital Improvement Report & Coronavirus Update

The Norfolk County Commissioners tabled the appointment of Kim F. Cattan Skelly as Director of Special Education at the Agricultural High School, pending further review. They approved the retirement of Heidi C. Black, several contingent student worker appointments, and multiple payroll and expense warrants. The board also discussed ARPA fund administration and agreed to continue in-person meetings with remote participation options.

• Tabled appointment of Kim F. Cattan Skelly as Director of Special Education (effective 7/1/21)
• Approved retirement of Heidi C. Black as Director of Student Services (effective 10/7/2021)
• Approved contingent appointments for student workers Michael J. Rice, Erika F. Goldowsky, Evan G. McLellan
• Approved payroll warrants totaling $503,760.37
• Approved expense warrants totaling $661,446.99
• Approved minutes of June 9, 2021 open and executive sessions

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will discuss collective bargaining strategy regarding COVID-19 employee pandemic pay. The agenda includes several contingent student worker appointments for the Agricultural High School and a resignation in the maintenance department.

• Contingent appointments for 18 student workers and one Camp Horse Instructor
• Resignation of William F. Kelley as Roving Utility Worker
• Carpentry, electrical, burner servicing, and school bus transportation contracts for Agricultural HS
• Elastrometal Coating repair/application for the Norfolk County Superior Courthouse Dome
• FY 22 Capital Budget vote and FY 21 Supplemental Budget Request from Register O’Donnell

The Norfolk County Commissioners awarded five contracts, including a $1,378,158 contract to The Aulson Company, Inc. for the repair of the Superior Court dome and application of an elastrometal coating, and authorized work to begin. They also approved the FY22 Capital Planning Program in the amount of $1,109,895.00. A motion to approve a Registry employee appointment with a hiring date of July 1st failed for lack of a second, and a motion to enter impact bargaining regarding supplemental pandemic pay also failed for lack of a second.

• Awarded $1,378,158 Superior Court dome repair contract to The Aulson Company, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized Aulson Company to begin work on the Superior Courthouse (unanimous)
• Approved FY22 Capital Planning Program in the amount of $1,109,895.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded 3-year electrical work contract to Steele Lightbody (unanimous)
• Awarded 3-year carpentry work contract to A-Jem Construction Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded 3-year burner servicing contract to Industrial Burner Systems (unanimous)
• Awarded 3-year school bus transportation contract to W.T. Holmes (unanimous)
• Motion to approve Registry employee appointment with hiring date of July 1, 2021 failed for lack of a second

Norfolk County Advisory Board

The board will discuss and vote on the FY21 Supplemental Budget and the FY22 Capital Budget. The meeting also includes a vote regarding a budget transfer for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School.

• FY21 Supplemental Budget discussion and vote
• Norfolk County Agricultural High School Budget Transfer and vote
• FY22 Capital Budget discussion and vote

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the FY21 Supplemental Budget and the FY22 Capital Budget. The committee will also address a budget transfer for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School.

• FY21 Supplemental Budget discussion
• Norfolk County Agricultural High School Budget Transfer
• FY22 Capital Budget discussion

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review several personnel appointments and employment changes for the Agricultural High School and County Director roles. The meeting also includes a vote on the FY 22 Capital Budget and discussions regarding supplemental budget requests.

• Appointment of Carolann DeLuca-Killinger as 184 Day School Nurse at $62,729.70/yr
• Appointment of John E. Martin as Superintendent-Director at $153,000.00/yr
• Appointment of John J. Cronin as County Director at $128,500/yr
• Contingent employment for Michael A. Brown at $14.00/hr
• FY 22 Capital Budget Vote

The Norfolk County Commissioners voted to initiate a hiring freeze for non-essential employees, excluding seasonal employees, until July 1, 2021. They also approved the FY21 Fourth Supplemental Appropriation of $375,458, the FY22 Capital Budget, and several personnel appointments, including a new County Director and a new Superintendent-Director for the Agricultural High School. The Finance Committee recommended supporting a letter calling for a hiring freeze and delaying pandemic pay decisions until counsel's opinion.

• Approved hiring freeze for non-essential employees until July 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved FY21 Fourth Supplemental Appropriation of $375,458 (5-0)
• Approved FY22 Capital Budget as presented (5-0)
• Approved personnel appointments including County Director John J. Cronin ($128,500/yr) and Superintendent-Director John E. Martin ($153,000/yr)
• Tabled FY22 Capital Budget until June 9, 2021
• Approved transfer of $154,686 within FY21 NCAHS Budget
• Approved payroll and expense warrants totaling over $670,000
• Tabled minutes of May 26, 2021 and Finance Committee minutes of May 19, 2021

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on the FY21 supplemental budget and the FY22 capital plan. The committee will also review a letter from Milton Representative Joseph Reardon.

• FY21 Supplemental Discussion & Possible Vote
• FY22 Capital Plan Discussion & Possible Vote
• Letter from NCAB Milton Rep Joseph Reardon

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to support a letter recommending a hiring freeze and pandemic pay, and to approve the FY21 Fourth Supplemental Appropriation of $375,458, including a $250,000 transfer for health insurance. They also approved the FY22 Capital Budget as presented and tabled the May 19 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Supported letter recommending hiring freeze and pandemic pay (5-0)
• Approved FY21 Fourth Supplemental Appropriation of $375,458 (5-0)
• Approved amended FY21 Fourth Supplemental Appropriation with insurance funds clause (5-0)
• Approved FY22 Capital Budget as presented (5-0)
• Tabled minutes of May 19, 2021 (5-0)

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will consider several personnel appointments and resignations across county departments. The meeting includes bid openings for various maintenance and transportation services for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School. Other items include reports on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and facilities maintenance.

• Bid openings for 3-year contracts for school bus transportation, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and burner servicing at Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Appointment of Patrick Higgins as Land Surveyor/Interim Engineering Director at $112,500.00/yr
• Appointments of Kelly Connors and Susan M. Brobst as Senior Clerks at $39,150.00/yr each
• Minimum wage increases to $13.50/hr for four CEC Student Workers at the Agricultural High School
• Receipt of Mass DOT Takings in Bellingham and Sharon

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved multiple personnel actions, including appointments, resignations, and wage increases, along with payroll and expense warrants. They also endorsed two MassDOT takings and discussed but did not vote on a pandemic pay proposal for Registry of Deeds employees.

• Approved minutes of May 19, 2021 meeting
• Approved seasonal hires at Wollaston Recreational Facility (Liam Donovan, Joseph Larosa)
• Accepted resignation of George Sullivan as WRF Assistant Superintendent
• Approved Senior Clerk appointments at Registry of Deeds (Kelly Connors, Susan Brobst)
• Approved Patrick Higgins as Land Surveyor/Interim Engineering Director
• Approved Agricultural High School personnel actions including substitute custodian and wage increases
• Approved payroll warrant 21-47 ($137,647.61) and WRF sales tax warrant ($2,306.43)
• Approved expense warrants for County ($553,551.98) and School ($24,467.21)

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting to conduct a vote on the FY22 Budget. The meeting includes a review of the minutes from the May 5, 2021, meeting.

• FY22 Budget Vote

The Finance Committee unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2022 Norfolk County Operating Budget of $32,380,839 as submitted by the County Commissioners. It also approved the minutes from the May 5, 2021 meeting and voted to table the May 12, 2021 minutes due to technical difficulties. The meeting adjourned after a brief discussion on future meeting scheduling.

• Approved FY22 Norfolk County Operating Budget of $32,380,839 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of May 5, 2021 Finance Committee meeting (6-0)
• Tabled minutes of May 12, 2021 Finance Committee meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Norfolk County Advisory Board

The Norfolk County Advisory Board will meet to vote on the FY22 Budget and elect board officers. The board will also discuss future meetings regarding the FY21 Supplemental and FY22 Capital Budgets.

• FY22 Budget vote
• Election of NCAB Officers
• Discussion of FY21 Supplemental Budget
• Discussion of FY22 Capital Budget

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will consider the FY22 Norfolk County Operating Budget and a fund transfer for the Wollaston Recreational Facility. The meeting includes a vote on Norfolk County Director candidates and a report on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

• FY22 Norfolk County Operating Budget for approval
• Bid opening for Elastrometal Coating for the Norfolk County Superior Court Dome
• Request for Transfer of Funds within the FY21 Wollaston Recreational Facility Budget
• Personnel actions for Agricultural High School, including student worker hires at $15.00/hr
• Request to rent the Registry of Deeds Parking Lot in June

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget of $32,380,839, authorized negotiations with John Cronin for the County Director position, and appointed Patrick Higgins as County Surveyor. They also approved personnel actions, payroll and expense warrants, a parking lot rental for HBO, and a vacation carryover policy for non-union employees. The meeting was held via Zoom with all three commissioners present.

• Approved FY22 operating budget of $32,380,839 (unanimous)
• Authorized negotiations with John Cronin for County Director (unanimous)
• Appointed Patrick Higgins as County Surveyor effective 6/21/21 (unanimous)
• Approved rental of Registry of Deeds Parking Lot to HBO for 6/1-6/3 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including hires, resignations, retirements (unanimous)
• Approved payroll warrants totaling $494,718.29 and expense warrants totaling $578,021.15 (unanimous)
• Approved fund transfer within Wollaston Recreational Facility budget (unanimous)
• Granted vacation carryover for non-union employees with use requirements (unanimous)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are conducting three interviews for the position of County Director. The body will also report and discuss the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

• Interview of Michael C. Berry for County Director
• Interview of John Cronin for County Director
• Interview of Joseph Reynolds for County Director
• Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will discuss the FY22 budget, a FY21 supplemental budget request from Register O’Donnell, and a report on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The body will also consider personnel matters and receive a facilities maintenance capital improvement report.

• Resignation of Curtis St. Onge as Custodian at Norfolk County Agricultural High School ($48,473.10/yr)
• Contingent employment of Katherine Delaney as Seasonal Pro Shop Employee at Wollaston Recreation Facility ($13.50/hr)
• FY21 Supplemental Budget Request from Register O’Donnell
• FY22 Budget Update
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved prior meeting minutes, personnel actions (hiring Katherine Delaney and accepting Curtis St. Onge's resignation), and payroll and expense warrants. They tabled a motion on vacation carryover for non-union employees and tabled Register O'Donnell's FY21 supplemental request for COVID-19 pandemic pay. The meeting also included discussions on the FY22 budget, ARPA funds, and NCAHS operations, but no final decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved minutes of May 5, 2021 and April 28, 2021 meetings
• Approved contingent employment of Katherine Delaney as Seasonal Pro Shop Employee at $13.50/hr effective 5/19/21
• Approved resignation of Curtis St. Onge as Custodian effective 5/14/21
• Approved payroll warrant 21-45 for $134,327.57
• Approved expense warrant 05-02-21 for $26,037.10
• Tabled motion on vacation carryover for non-union employees until next week
• Tabled FY21 Supplemental Request from Register O'Donnell for COVID-19 pandemic pay

Commissioners Quorum Expected NCAB Fin Com

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is holding a Zoom teleconference meeting. The agenda indicates that no votes are anticipated.

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting via Zoom to discuss the Norfolk County Agricultural High School budget with the Norfolk Aggie Allies Parent Group. The committee will also address questions from Dedham member Thomas Polito.

• Discussion of Norfolk County Agricultural High School Budget
• Responses to questions from member Thomas Polito
• Approval of April 7, 2021 meeting minutes

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will hear a presentation from County Director candidate Bernard Lynch. The body will also review personnel changes and open bids for the Norfolk County Superior Court Dome coating project.

• Presentation by Bernard Lynch, Community Paradigms, for County Director
• Bid opening for Elastrometal Coating for the Norfolk County Superior Court Dome
• Contingent employment of Richard F. Kennedy, Jr. as Temporary Clerk at $50.00/hr
• Resignation of Agricultural High School Custodian Francis A. Fisher ($46,347.92/yr)
• Report on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved several routine items, including payroll warrants, personnel changes, and a charitable rate for a Quincy Firefighters golf tournament. They also tabled the April 28 open session minutes and took vacation carryover requests under advisement. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely administrative.

• Approved minutes of April 21, 2021 open session
• Tabled minutes of April 28, 2021 open session
• Approved executive session minutes of April 28, 2021 (withheld release)
• Approved personnel matters: address change for Yudenia A. Sanchez, contingent employment for Richard F. Kennedy Jr.
• Approved personnel matter: resignation of Francis A. Fisher
• Approved payroll warrants: County $134,306.05, School $331,822.72, WRF credit card $31,460.00
• Approved expense warrant: County $72,820.48
• Allowed charitable rate for Quincy Firefighters John Austin Golf Tournament at Presidents Golf Course on June 21

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review meeting minutes, facility maintenance reports, and the American Rescue Plan Act. The agenda includes several personnel appointments, promotions, and resignations across county departments.

• Appointment of Evan P. Maietta as Animal Science Foreperson/Herdsman at $18.00/hr
• Resignation of Deana Z. Salamch as Camp Nurse at $36.83/hr
• Resignation of Timothy R. Stallings as Animal CEC Student Worker at $12.00/hr
• Promotion of Sharon Snape to Principal Clerk at $42,556.05/yr
• Promotion of Karen M Bennett to Principal Clerk at $42,556.05/yr

The Norfolk County Commissioners met via Zoom and approved a $50,000 request from the Register of Deeds for shelving as part of the 4th Supplemental Budget. They also approved personnel actions, including promotions and resignations, and payroll and expense warrants. The meeting opened with tributes to former Chairman Francis W. O'Brien, who had recently passed away, and adjourned in his memory.

• Approved $50K for Registry shelving via 4th Supplemental Appropriation
• Approved personnel actions: promotions, appointments, resignations
• Approved payroll warrant 21-43 for $134,041.42
• Approved payroll warrant 21-43.1 for $0.93
• Approved expense warrant 4-3-21 for $29,490.58
• Approved expense warrant 04-20-21 for $1,163.15
• Tabled minutes of April 14, 2021 meeting
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel matter

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are reviewing several personnel changes including seasonal employment and multiple instructor resignations. The agenda also includes a facilities maintenance report, an American Rescue Plan Act report, and a budget request letter from the Register.

• Contingent employment of Isabel K. Murphy as Seasonal Pro Shop Employee at $13.50/hr
• Contingent employment of Stephen Thoener as Substitute Custodian at $18.00/hr
• Resignations of 10 Substitute Instructors at a rate of $100/day
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
• Letter from Register O’Donnell regarding Supplemental Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee will meet via Zoom to review and approve the 3rd FY21 Supplemental Budget Proposal. The committee will also review minutes from the April 7, 2021 meeting.

• Review and approval of the 3rd FY21 Supplemental Budget Proposal
• Approval of the April 7, 2021 meeting minutes

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee unanimously approved the FY21 Third Supplemental Budget of $40,453.00, which funds software changes and equipment for county efficiency. The committee also approved the minutes from its April 7, 2021 meeting and adjourned.

• Approved FY21 Third Supplemental Budget of $40,453.00 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Norfolk County Advisory Board Meeting and Budget Hearing

The Norfolk County Advisory Board is meeting to conduct a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2022 County Operating Budget. The board will also review a capital improvement report and a supplemental budget request for software.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2022 County Operating Budget
• FY21 Third Supplemental Budget Request for financial software training and upgrades ($40,453)
• FY22 Capital Improvement Report and progress update from The Abrahams Group

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to discuss the FY22 budget and review a third supplemental appropriation for FY21. The body will also consider personnel promotions within the Registry of Deeds.

• Promotion of Margaret Comer to Head Clerk at $47,041.07/yr
• Promotion of Pamala O’Donnell to Head Clerk at $47,041.07/yr
• Approval of FY21 Third Supplemental Appropriation
• Report on ARPA and State FY22 Budget Update
• Discussion of FY22 Budget

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved a $40,453 FY21 Third Supplemental Appropriation to fund an operational analysis and other items. They also approved two Registry of Deeds promotions, payroll and expense warrants, and appointed Bill Buckley as Public Records Officer. The Superior Court Dome Project bid was discussed and recommended for rebidding after coming in $400,000 over budget.

• Approved FY21 Third Supplemental Appropriation of $40,453 (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Margaret Comer to Head Clerk at $47,041.07/yr (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Pamala O'Donnell to Head Clerk at $47,041.07/yr (unanimous)
• Approved payroll warrant 21-41 for $134,312.44 (unanimous)
• Approved expense warrant 04-02-21 for $50,992.31 (unanimous)
• Appointed Bill Buckley as Public Records Officer (unanimous)
• Tabled Open Session Minutes of April 7, 2021 for revision (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes of April 7, 2021 with release withheld (unanimous)

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct a joint budget review with the Norfolk County Commissioners. The meeting also includes a recap of the Capital Plan with Abrahams Group.

• Joint Budget Review Meetings with the Norfolk County Commissioners
• Recap of Capital Plan with Abrahams Group
• Approval of March 10, 2021 meeting minutes

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee met jointly with the County Commissioners to discuss the FY22 budget, including a proposal to restore a custodian position and reduce Wollaston Recreational Facility temporary salaries. No formal budget vote was taken; the committee only approved the minutes of the March 10, 2021 meeting and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of March 10, 2021 Finance Committee meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review personnel appointments, payroll warrants, and a report on the American Rescue Plan Act. A joint meeting with the Finance Committee is scheduled to discuss the FY22 budget and Abraham’s Group capital update.

• Seasonal Pro Shop Employee appointment for Kathleen M. Walbridge at $13.50/hr
• Substitute Custodian appointment for Charles G. Holton at $18.00/hr
• Bid opening for a 2016 or newer utility truck for Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Bid opening for repair and application of an elastrometal coating for the Norfolk Court Superior Courthouse Dome
• Approval to move forward with Infinite Visions Software enhancement

The Commissioners voted to move the FY22 Norfolk County Budget forward to the Norfolk County Advisory Board, with the caveat that changes can be made as detailed in MGL and past practice. They also voted to have all employees return to work 5 days a week starting April 26, 2021, and approved the enhancement of the Infinite Visions financial software. Several personnel appointments, payroll and expense warrants, and prior meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved moving the FY22 Norfolk County Budget forward to the Advisory Board, with changes allowed per MGL and past practice.
• Approved a directive to notify all employees to return to work 5 days a week beginning April 26, 2021, with the office remaining closed to the public.
• Approved supporting the Interim County Director's directive to move forward with the Enhancement of Infinite Visions Software.
• Approved the minutes of the Open Session Meeting of March 31, 2021.
• Approved the minutes of the Executive Session Meetings of March 31 and March 24, 2021, withholding release.
• Approved personnel matters, including a seasonal pro shop employee at Wollaston Recreational Facility and a substitute custodian at the Agricultural High School.
• Approved payroll warrants for the County ($136,040.96) and School ($330,834.94), and expense warrants for WRF credit card payment ($15,520.00) and County expenses ($64,397.81).
• Approved the minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting of March 10, 2021.

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting to discuss the FY22 draft budget and the Engineering Department. The session includes a report on the Multi-Year Capital Plan and updates on facilities maintenance and the coronavirus.

• FY22 Draft Budget discussion
• Multi-Year Capital Plan presentation by Abrahams Group
• Employment of Cecilie L. Elie at Wollaston Recreational Facility at $13.50/hr
• Resignation of Pircelli Rose from Agricultural High School
• Executive session to discuss litigation strategy

The Norfolk County Commissioners met via Zoom and discussed the FY22 draft budget, which has an approximate $56,000 structural deficit and relies on one-time revenues. They did not vote on the budget, scheduling the vote for next week before forwarding it to the Advisory Board. The board also approved prior meeting minutes, personnel actions, payroll and expense warrants, and extended United Way membership to employees.

• Approved the minutes of the Open Session Meeting of March 24, 2021 as submitted.
• Approved contingent employment for Cecilie L. Elie as Seasonal Pro Shop Employee at Wollaston Recreational Facility, $13.50/hr, effective 4/1/21.
• Approved resignation of Pircelli Rose as Long Term Substitute at Agricultural High School, effective 3/26/21.
• Approved payroll warrant 21-39 for County in the amount of $180,233.17.
• Approved expense warrant 03-05-21 for County in the amount of $45,234.04.
• Extended United Way membership to Norfolk County employees during open enrollment on April 15.
• Voted to enter Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy, and later returned to Open Session.
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:49 pm.

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the FY22 Norfolk County Budget. The meeting includes a report on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and a grant of easement for a Safe Routes to School project on Central Street in Stoughton.

• Public hearing on FY22 Norfolk County Budget
• Grant of easement for Safe Routes to School Project on Central Street, Stoughton
• Employment of Brian M. Foley as Seasonal Ranger at $13.50/hr
• Resignation of Rachel M. Thebeau as AS Foreperson/Herdsman
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved a grant of easement to the Town of Stoughton for the Safe Routes to Schools project at the Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School, with the stipulation that correct information be inserted into the instrument. The board also approved several personnel actions, payroll and expense warrants, and held a public hearing on the FY22 budget, which is scheduled for a vote on March 31. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on the American Rescue Plan Act, COVID-19 response, and budget status.

• Granted easement to Town of Stoughton for Safe Routes to School project (unanimous)
• Approved contingent employment of Brian M. Foley as Seasonal Ranger at $13.50/hr (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Rachel M. Thebeau from Agricultural High School (unanimous)
• Approved address change for Scott Schofield, Student Worker (unanimous)
• Approved payroll warrant 21-38 County $160,998.63 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll warrant 21-38 School $330,872.03 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll warrant 21-38(19.1) School $13,455.49 (unanimous)
• Approved expense warrant 21-09A School $38,633.27 (unanimous)

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting to approve personnel changes and review several facility contracts. The agenda includes bid openings for the Norfolk County Superior Courthouse dome and contract awards for the Stoughton District Court.

• Sub-bids for repair and elastometal coating of the Norfolk County Superior Courthouse Dome
• Contract award for Make Up Air Units installation at Stoughton District Court
• 3-year copier lease for Wollaston Recreational Facility
• Promotion of Marguerite L. Lee to 1st Assistant Register of Deeds at $127,922.48
• Report on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved multiple personnel actions including resignations, a retirement, a promotion, and an appointment, along with payroll and expense warrants. They also authorized forwarding a revised project budget letter to the MSBA for Kemp Hall and discussed the $137M American Rescue Plan allocation, directing staff to explore pass-through options to cities and towns. The board voted to post a vacant Land Surveyor position and approved a proclamation for National Service.

• Approved minutes of March 3, 2021 open session and executive session minutes of Feb 24-25, 2021
• Approved personnel actions: resignations at Wollaston Recreational Facility and Agricultural High School, retirement of Richard F. Kennedy Jr., promotion of Marguerite L. Lee, appointment of Edward M. Wheeler
• Approved payroll warrant 21-37 for $136,032.99
• Approved expense warrant 03-03-21 for $70,848.46
• Approved expense warrant 21-09 for $127,996.84
• Approved February 2021 Trial Balance
• Authorized forwarding MSBA Revised Total Project Budget Letter for Kemp Hall
• Authorized posting Land Surveyor and Department Manager position

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting to conduct joint budget review sessions with the Norfolk County Commissioners. The committee will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from March 3, 2021.

• Joint budget review meetings with Norfolk County Commissioners

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the FY2020 Annual Report and the FY2020 Schedule of Costs to Service Court Facilities, along with payroll and expense warrants. The Finance Committee took the FY2022 IT and Commissioners' Office budgets under advisement. No public comment was received.

• Approved FY2020 Norfolk County Annual Report (Commissioner Staiti abstained)
• Approved FY2020 Schedule of Costs to Service Court Facilities
• Approved January 2021 Trial Balance
• Approved payroll warrant 21-36 County ($133,888.70)
• Approved payroll warrant 21-36 School ($326,985.49)
• Approved expense warrant 03-02-21 County ($80,558.11)
• Approved expense warrant 21-4 Bond Issue ($150,121.88)
• Took FY2022 IT Budget and Commissioners' Office Budget under advisement

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to review FY2022 budget items for the Commissioners' Office, RSVP, and Information Technology. The body will also consider personnel changes and minimum wage increases for staff at the Wollaston Recreational Facility and Norfolk County Agricultural High School.

• Minimum wage increases to $13.50 per hour for 25 Wollaston Recreational Facility employees
• Resignations of 6 Wollaston Recreational Facility staff and 2 Norfolk County Agricultural High School employees
• Approval of FY2020 Norfolk County Annual Report
• Approval of FY2020 Schedule of Costs to Service Court Facilities
• FY2022 Budget Reviews for Commissioners’ Office, RSVP, and Information Technology

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the FY2020 Annual Report and the FY2020 Schedule of Costs to Service Court Facilities, along with the January 2021 Trial Balance. They also approved multiple personnel actions, including resignations and minimum wage increases at the Wollaston Recreational Facility and the Agricultural High School, and executed payroll and expense warrants. The board took the FY2022 Information Technology and Commissioners' Office budgets under advisement after presentations.

• Approved the FY2020 Norfolk County Annual Report as submitted (Commissioner Staiti abstained).
• Approved the FY2020 Norfolk County Schedule of Costs to Service Court Facilities as submitted.
• Approved the January 2021 Trial Balance as submitted.
• Approved personnel actions including resignations and minimum wage increases for Wollaston Recreational Facility and Agricultural High School staff.
• Executed payroll warrants 21-36 (County: $133,888.70; School: $326,985.49).
• Executed expense warrants 03-02-21 (County: $80,558.11) and 21-4 (Bond Issue: $150,121.88).
• Took the FY2022 Information Technology Budget under advisement.
• Took the FY2022 Commissioners' Office Budget under advisement.

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will discuss the FY2022 budgets for the Engineering Department, Wollaston Recreational Facility, and Agricultural High School. The body will also review a lease extension and management agreement with Boston Butler, Inc. and the FY2020 Annual Report.

• Lease extension and management services agreement with Boston Butler, Inc.
• 2021 Wollaston Recreational Facility season fee schedule and subscriber policy
• Bid opening for Makeup Air Unit Replacement for Stoughton District Court
• Resignation of County Director Michael P. Mullen, Jr. ($120,761.09)
• Interim County Director pay for Michelle M. Labadini ($100,000.00)

The Commissioners voted to move forward with a gold paint color for the Norfolk County Superior Court dome and to approve a lease extension and management services agreement with Boston Butler, Inc. for the Wollaston Recreational Facility and The View Restaurant and Tavern, extending the lease through December 31, 2021. They also endorsed the 2021 golf season subscriber policy and fee schedule for Wollaston, tabled the FY2020 Annual Report, and approved personnel and warrant items. The meeting included budget presentations for FY2022 for the Wollaston facility, Engineering Department, and Agricultural High School, which were taken under advisement.

• Approved minutes of the February 24, 2021 Open Session as submitted.
• Voted to move forward with gold paint color for the courthouse dome and take appropriate action at the next meeting.
• Approved personnel matters, including a resignation and an interim appointment.
• Approved payroll warrant 21-35 for $137,071.64 and expense warrant 03-01-21 for $114,249.81.
• Tabled the FY2020 Norfolk County Annual Report until the next meeting.
• Approved lease extension and management services agreement with Boston Butler, Inc., expiring December 31, 2021.
• Endorsed the 2021 golf season subscriber policy limiting subscriptions at Wollaston Recreational Facility.
• Endorsed the 2021 fee schedule for Wollaston Recreational Facility, including an average 7% rate increase.

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Norfolk County Commissioners. The body will receive a presentation from The Abrahams Group and review FY2022 budgets for specific departments and facilities.

• Presentation from The Abrahams Group
• FY2022 Budget Review: Engineering Department
• FY2022 Budget Review: Wollaston Recreational Facility
• FY2022 Budget Review and FY21 update: Agricultural High School

The Norfolk County Commissioners voted to move forward with a gold paint color for the Norfolk County Superior Court dome and to extend the lease and management agreement with Boston Butler, Inc. for the Wollaston Recreational Facility and The View Restaurant and Tavern through December 31, 2021. They also endorsed the 2021 golf season subscriber policy and fee schedule for Wollaston, tabled the FY2020 Annual Report, and approved personnel and warrant items. The meeting included a joint session with the Advisory Board Finance Committee to review FY2022 budget proposals for the Wollaston Recreational Facility, Engineering Department, and Agricultural High School, all of which were taken under advisement.

• Approved minutes of the February 24, 2021 open session as submitted.
• Voted to move forward with gold paint color for the Norfolk County Superior Court dome and take appropriate action at the next meeting.
• Approved personnel matters including a change of address, a resignation, and interim pay.
• Approved payroll warrant 21-35 for $137,071.64 and expense warrant 03-01-21 for $114,249.81.
• Tabled the FY2020 Norfolk County Annual Report until the next meeting.
• Approved the lease extension and management services agreement with Boston Butler, Inc. for Wollaston Recreational Facility, expiring December 31, 2021.
• Endorsed the 2021 golf season subscriber policy and fee schedule for Wollaston Recreational Facility.
• Took the FY2022 budget proposals for Wollaston Recreational Facility, Engineering Department, and Agricultural High School under advisement.

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is conducting joint budget reviews with the County Commissioners. The committee will discuss FY22 revenues and receive an update on The Abrahams Group Analysis.

• Budget review for Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
• Budget review for Norfolk County Treasurer’s Office
• Budget review for Facilities Maintenance Department
• Discussion of FY22 Revenues
• Update on The Abrahams Group Analysis

The Norfolk County Commissioners voted to move forward with a gold paint color for the Superior Court dome and to extend the lease and management agreement with Boston Butler, Inc. for the Wollaston Recreational Facility through December 31, 2021. They also endorsed the 2021 golf season subscriber policy and fee schedule, approved personnel changes including the resignation of County Director Michael P. Mullen, and tabled the FY2020 Annual Report. The meeting included budget reviews for the Wollaston facility, Engineering Department, and Agricultural High School, with the latter's proposal taken under advisement.

• Approved minutes of the February 24, 2021 open session as submitted.
• Voted to move forward with gold paint color for the Norfolk County Superior Court dome and take appropriate action at the next meeting.
• Approved personnel matters, including a change of address for Brian Kelly, resignation of Michael P. Mullen, Jr., and out-of-grade pay for Michelle M. Labadini as Interim County Director.
• Approved payroll warrant 21-35 for $137,071.64 and expense warrant 03-01-21 for $114,249.81.
• Tabled the FY2020 Norfolk County Annual Report until the next meeting.
• Approved the lease extension and management services agreement with Boston Butler, Inc. for Wollaston Recreational Facility, with the lease expiring December 31, 2021.
• Endorsed the 2021 Wollaston Recreational Facility season subscriber policy and fee schedule as recommended.
• Took the FY2022 Wollaston Recreational Facility budget proposal under advisement.

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review meeting minutes and payroll warrants. The agenda includes a discussion on colors for the Superior Court Dome Repair Project and joint budget reviews with the Finance Committee regarding several departments.

• Proposed reinstatement of Contract #3-10-20-506 with A&S Corporation
• Contingent employment for Gary Lubin at $34.00/hr
• Notice of deceased employee Robert Rodick
• Norfolk County Superior Court Dome Repair Project discussion
• Joint Budget Review Meetings regarding FY22 Revenues

The Commissioners voted to reinstate Contract #3-10-20-506 with A&S Corporation, allowing the contractor to complete unfinished work at Norfolk County Agricultural High School, and authorized County Director Michael Mullen to sign on their behalf. They also accepted the resignation of Joseph McNichols, approved payroll and expense warrants, and took under advisement FY2022 budget proposals from the Registry of Deeds, Treasurer's Office, and Facilities Maintenance. The meeting included a joint session with the Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee to hear budget presentations.

• Approved entering Executive Session to discuss a county employee matter.
• Approved the minutes of the February 17, 2021 Open Session as submitted.
• Approved contingent employment for Gary Lubin as a temp employee at $34.00/hr.
• Accepted the resignation of Joseph McNichols.
• Reinstated Contract #3-10-20-506 with A&S Corporation and authorized the County Director to sign.
• Approved payroll warrants totaling $142,864.82 (County) and $332,228.43 (School).
• Approved expense warrants totaling $479,658.29 (County) and $52,520.04 (School).
• Took under advisement FY2022 budget proposals from the Registry of Deeds, Treasurer's Office, and Facilities Maintenance.

Commissioners REVISED

The Commissioners will conduct joint budget review meetings with the Finance Committee for the Registry of Deeds, Treasurer's Office, and Facilities Maintenance Department. The body will also discuss colors for the Norfolk County Superior Court Dome Repair Project.

• Proposed reinstatement of Contract #3-10-20-506 with A&S Corporation
• Contingent employment of Gary Lubin as Temp employee at $34.00/hr
• Resignation of County Surveyor Joseph McNichols
• Norfolk County Superior Court Dome Repair Project color discussion
• FY22 Revenues discussion

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners awarded a $9,980 contract to Community Paradigm to conduct the executive search for a new County Director, and appointed Michelle Labadini as Interim County Director effective March 4, 2021. They also approved the FY2019 Annual Report, personnel actions, and payroll and expense warrants. The meeting included presentations from two search firms and updates on COVID-19 cleaning and legislative priorities.

• Awarded executive search contract to Community Paradigm for $9,980 (3-0)
• Appointed Michelle Labadini Interim County Director effective March 4, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved FY2019 Norfolk County Annual Report as submitted (Staiti abstained)
• Approved payroll warrant 21-33 for $138,596.23
• Approved expense warrant 21-8 for $165,967.31
• Approved expense warrant 21-3 for $59,366.72
• Approved personnel actions including contingent employment for James V. Ordile and retirement of Susan Columbo
• Approved minutes of February 10, 2021 open session as amended (Shea abstained)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will review options for interim and permanent County Director roles. The body will also discuss legislative and budget priorities and address a fire at the Registry of Deeds that occurred on February 6, 2021.

• Discussion of County Director transition and potential votes on roles
• Review of Norfolk County Legislative & Budget Priorities
• Employment of Pirelli Rose as Substitute Instructor ($100.00/day) and Long Term Substitute Instructor ($35.11/hr)
• Report on Registry of Deeds Fire from February 6, 2021
• Executive session regarding potential litigation by the Walpole Preservation Alliance

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet via Zoom to approve previous meeting minutes and payroll warrants. The body will consider personnel matters including a resignation, a wage increase, and a contingent hire. The meeting also includes reports on facilities maintenance and the RSVP Director.

• Resignation of Rosemary O’Koren, Substitute Instructor at Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Minimum wage rate increase to $13.50/hr for Leonard H. Page at Wollaston Recreational Facility
• Contingent employment of Cole Capobianco as Temporary Clerk at Registry of Deeds at $30.00/hr
• Approval of December Trial Balance
• Regional Services Request for Dog Tags

The Norfolk County Commissioners met via Zoom and approved a 10% administrative fee for out-of-county towns participating in the 2021 Dog Tag Purchasing Program. They also approved executive session minutes, open session minutes, personnel actions, payroll and expense warrants, and the December 2020 Trial Balance. The meeting was largely routine, with no major policy decisions beyond the dog tag fee.

• Approved release of Executive Session Minutes for Jan 6 and Jan 13, 2021
• Approved Open Session Minutes of Jan 27, 2021 as amended
• Approved personnel actions: resignation, wage increase, contingent hire
• Approved payroll warrant #21-31 ($136,788.52), expense warrant #2-01-21 ($32,065.98), interest warrant #21-4 ($30,725.00)
• Approved 10% administrative fee for out-of-county towns in 2021 Dog Tag Purchasing Program
• Approved December 2020 Trial Balance

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review budget updates for fiscal year 2021 and discuss projections for fiscal year 2022. The body will also review the budget review process and meeting schedule.

• FY21 CARES Act Reimbursement Update
• FY21 Revenue and Expense Update
• FY22 Budget Timelines and Projections
• Approval of December 2, 2020, meeting minutes
• Approval of December 9, 2020, meeting minutes

The Norfolk County Commissioners adopted updated COVID-19 protocols, which clarify PPE availability and mask expectations for employees. They also approved personnel actions, payroll and expense warrants, and tabled two executive session minutes. The Finance Committee approved its December minutes and discussed the FY22 budget, noting a projected $300,000 gap.

• Adopted updated COVID-19 protocols (unanimous)
• Tabled executive session minutes from Jan 6 and Jan 13, 2021
• Approved open session minutes from Jan 15 and Jan 20, 2021
• Approved contingent employment for Eli R. King as Substitute Instructor ($100/day)
• Approved contingent employment for Evan P. Maietta as Substitute Worker ($18/hr)
• Approved payroll warrant #21-30 for County ($138,012.23)
• Approved payroll warrant #21-30 for School ($323,915.60)
• Approved expense warrant #1-27-21 for County ($593,441.46)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to review previous session minutes, discuss the initial framework for the Fiscal Year 2022 County Operating Budget, and consider personnel matters. The agenda also includes a facilities maintenance report and updates on COVID-19 protocols.

• Contingent employment of Eli R. King as Substitute Instructor at $100.00/day
• Contingent employment of Evan P. Maietta as Substitute Worker at $18.00/hr.
• Discussion of the FY22 County Operating Budget initial framework
• Review of payroll and expense warrants

The Norfolk County Commissioners voted to adopt updated COVID-19 protocols, which clarify that the county will provide PPE and masks to employees who do not have them, and include updates from the Registry of Deeds. The commissioners also approved two substitute employment notices, payroll and expense warrants, and tabled executive session minutes. The meeting included reports on facilities cleaning, personnel, and the FY22 budget process, but no other major decisions were made.

• Adopted Updated COVID-19 Protocols as of January 27, 2021
• Tabled Executive Session Minutes of January 6 and January 13, 2021
• Approved Open Session Minutes of January 15 and January 20, 2021
• Approved contingent employment for Eli R. King as Substitute Instructor at $100/day
• Approved contingent employment for Evan P. Maietta as Substitute Worker at $18/hr
• Approved payroll warrant #21-30 for County ($138,012.23)
• Approved payroll warrant #21-30 for School ($323,915.60)
• Approved expense warrant #1-27-21 for County ($593,441.46)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting via Zoom to conduct business. The primary item on the agenda is a contract award for a solar energy system.

• Energy Management Service Agreement (EMSA) for a ground mounted solar system with energy storage at 1377 North Street, Walpole, MA with Kearsarge Walpole LLC

The Norfolk County Commissioners voted 2-1 to execute the Energy Management Services Agreement (EMSA) with Kearsarge Walpole LLC for a ground-mounted solar system with energy storage at 1377 North Street, Walpole, MA. Commissioner Staiti voted against, citing concerns about project size and requesting an addendum to scale it back and preserve open space. The agreement was approved on the last day allowed under MGL Chapter 34 Section 14.

• Approved Energy Management Services Agreement with Kearsarge Walpole LLC for solar system at 1377 North Street, Walpole (2-1)
• Commissioner Staiti's proposed addendum to scale project to 10-12 acres and preserve open space was not adopted
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget and process. The agenda includes updates on solar projects at 400 Main Street and 1377 North Street in Walpole. The body will also consider personnel matters and collective bargaining strategy.

• Contingent employment of Ryan T. Gavel as On Call Substitute Instructor at $100.00/day
• Solar project update for 400 Main Street, Walpole, MA
• Solar project update for 1377 North Street, Walpole, MA
• Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget and budget process
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy for AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the FY22 budget process as submitted, which includes an earlier review schedule and a public hearing on March 24. They also received updates on the solar project at the Agricultural High School, with construction mostly complete and savings expected to begin in February. Personnel papers and payroll/expense warrants were approved, with one expense voucher corrected to remove a name. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to enter executive session for collective bargaining strategy.

• Approved minutes of January 6, 2021 meeting
• Approved personnel papers for Ryan T. Gavel as On Call Substitute Instructor at Agricultural High School
• Approved payroll and expense warrants totaling $522,128.64, with direction to remove Francis W. O'Brien from expense voucher
• Approved FY22 Norfolk County Budget Process as submitted
• Voted unanimously to enter executive session for collective bargaining strategy (AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet to reorganize the board and review the FY19 Basic Financial Statements. The body will also consider personnel updates for the Agricultural High School and the Registry of Deeds.

• Review and approval of Norfolk County FY19 Basic Financial Statements
• Appointment of Noel T. DiBona as Director of Administrative Services at $87,500.00/yr
• Resignation of Robert F. Glynn as Director of Administrative Services
• Rate adjustments for 9 Agricultural High School workers
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy for AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417

The Norfolk County Commissioners reorganized, electing Joseph P. Shea as Chairman by unanimous vote. They approved the FY19 financial statements, personnel changes, payroll and expense warrants, the November 2020 trial balance, and authorized the County Director to sign CARES Act reimbursement paperwork. The board also entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining with AFSCME Council 93.

• Elected Joseph P. Shea as Chairman (3-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec. 30, 2020 open session (Staiti abstained)
• Approved FY19 Basic Financial Statements and Management's Discussion and Analysis
• Executed personnel papers for Agricultural High School (13 items) and Registry of Deeds (2 items)
• Approved payroll warrant #21-27 ($137,332.57) and expense warrant #1-01-21 ($70,951.33)
• Approved November 2020 Trial Balance
• Authorized County Director to sign CARES Act reimbursement contract
• Entered executive session for collective bargaining strategy (3-0)