Marshfield public meetings in 2023

Select Board

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

• Request to waive building permit fees for 82 Wyoming St.
• Request to waive filing fees for Marshfield Beaches
• Acceptance of deed for Meadowbrook Circle
• Acceptance of wreaths and bows for Town Hall entrance valued at $212.50
• Annual renewal of licenses for Peddlers, Fortune Tellers, and Common Victuallers

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

• Adopted 2024 summer population estimate of 47,000 (3-0)
• Renewed 12 Class I and Class II auto dealer licenses (3-0)
• Renewed 35 peddler licenses (3-0)
• Renewed 2 fortune teller licenses (3-0)
• Renewed 30 common victualler licenses (3-0)
• Renewed 2 motel/lodging licenses (3-0)
• Approved temporary closures for Haddad's Ocean Café, Beachhouse B&G, and Fetch BBQ & Catering (3-0)
• Postponed 2024 Mooring, Skiff Regulations pending Waterways Committee review (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Vote to open and close Annual Town Meeting Warrant
• Annual renewal of licenses for restaurants, clubs, and package stores
• Adoption of Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Requests for New Year's Eve extended hours
• Permission for 2024 Beach and Back 5K, Frozen Pilgrim Road Race, and St. Patrick's Day 5K

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

• Adopted tax classification factor of 1, keeping single rate for all classes (unanimous)
• Opened Annual Town Meeting warrant Jan 2, 2024, closes Jan 23, 2024 at 4 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved $1,168 in donations for veterans assistance (unanimous)
• Approved 3rd Annual Beach and Back 5k and half marathon on May 18, 2024 (unanimous)
• Remanded 0 Main Street appeal to Conservation Commission to determine conflict of interest (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of Nov 20 and Nov 30, 2023 (unanimous)

Public Meeting

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

• Vote on one-day wine and malt alcohol license for James P. Harrington Organization

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

• Approved one-day indoor wine and malt beverage license for Katie Harrington Organization's Artisan Vendor Fair on December 3, 2023, 1-5 PM at 76 Ferry Hill Road, pending police, fire, and insurance sign-offs (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Adopt Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Accept two donations for Ventress Memorial Library
• Accept one donation for Veterans’ Services Department
• One Day Liquor License: JPH at Ferry Hill
• One Day Liquor License: Marshfield Agricultural & Horticultural Society

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

• Reaffirmed Consolidated Fiscal Policies (3-0)
• Reaffirmed COSO internal control policy (3-0)
• Postponed adoption of Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan to Dec. 4, 2023 (3-0)
• Accepted $5,150 in donations for Ventress Memorial Library (3-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donation for Veterans Services (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for JPH at Ferry Hill (3-0)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Marshfield Agricultural Society (3-0)
• Approved Public Health Excellence Inter-Municipal Agreement with five towns (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Project status update for South Shore Vocational Technical High School
• Discussion of potential design options
• Review of price ranges
• Discussion of enrollments

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

• Meeting opened and adjourned with unanimous 2-0 votes
• Presentation on South Shore Tech project received; no action taken

Public Meeting

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

• Vote to appoint John Daley as MHA Commissioner to replace Kevin Cantwell

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

• Appointed John Daley to Marshfield Housing Authority vacancy (6-1)
• Approved FY25 Capital Improvement Plan of $900,000 (3-0)
• Signed School Street Traffic Signalization Agreement (3-0)
• Approved intermunicipal beach nourishment agreement with Duxbury (3-0)
• Approved accepting $300 donation from Robert Carmody for veterans assistance (3-0)
• Continued Nevada Street pole relocation hearing for more information (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• One Day Wine and Malt Alcohol License application for Widowmaker Brewing Inc.
• One Day Entertainment License application for Daniel Webster Preservation Trust
• Request from Green Harbor Yacht Club to begin serving alcohol at 10:00am on Sundays

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

• Approved one-day wine and malt license for Widowmaker Brewing at Daniel Webster Preservation Trust fundraiser (3-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment license for Daniel Webster Preservation Trust fundraiser (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Green Harbor Yacht Club's liquor license to allow Sunday alcohol service starting at 10 a.m. (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved placement of four veteran memorial signs at designated locations (3-0)
• Approved Braintree Public Schools field trip to Brant Rock Beach on May 29, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved Buy-A-Brick Fundraiser for Brant Rock island by Original Brant Rock Village Association (3-0)
• Waived permit fees for DPW shed replacement, Fire Dept office renovations, and Town Hall renovations (3-0)
• Approved temporary all-alcohol license for North River Arts Society holiday reception on Nov 3, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved temporary entertainment license for 2nd Annual Kickoff to Summer Cookout on June 29, 2024 (3-0)
• Accepted $920 in donations for Veterans Services Department (3-0)
• Approved trolley parking on Town Green for Boston Tea Party anniversary collection on Nov 26, 2023 (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved $1,104,010 Green Harbor dredging contract to AGM Marine Contractors (unanimous)
• Approved new 3-year contract for Town Administrator Michael Maresco (unanimous)
• Approved purchase and sale agreement for 2160 Ocean Street (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Friends of Peter Igo Park (unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Zambello to Capital Budget Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Corey Miles to Conservation Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed William Sullivan to Waterways Committee (unanimous)
• Approved employment contract for Treasurer/Collector Shaun Strobel (unanimous)

Public Meeting

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

• Voted 3-0 to open meeting at 8:32 a.m.
• Voted 3-0 to reopen meeting after a five-minute recess at 8:40 a.m.
• Voted 3-0 to enter executive session to discuss Open Meeting Law complaints by Joseph Pecevich, not to return to public session

Public Meeting

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

• Approved Revolutionary War Honor Roll monument location and design (3-0)
• Approved Verizon pole installation on Dyke Road (3-0)
• Appointed Michael Arsenault as alternate member of Recreation Trails Committee (3-0)
• Reappointed Lt. William Sullivan and Courtney Ellis as Animal Inspectors (3-0)
• Declared Library furniture and materials as surplus (3-0)
• Waived ZBA fees for DPW pump station upgrades (3-0)
• Approved one-day alcohol licenses for North River Arts Society, Historic Winslow House, and Marshfield Agricultural & Horticultural Society (3-0 each)
• Accepted $5,000 donation to Police Department for DARE program (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Appointed Shaun Strobel as Treasurer Collector (3-0)
• Approved transfer of Annual All Alcohol Restaurant and Common Victualler licenses to Salt Marsh Restaurant Group LLC d/b/a Station Eight (3-0)
• Approved indoor Entertainment License for Station Eight with conditions (3-0)
• Approved change of ownership interest for Northeast Hospitality Group d/b/a Cask 'n Flagon (3-0)
• Approved change of stock transfer/issuance for Cask 'n Flagon (3-0)

Public Hearing

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

• Opened public hearing on complaint to remove Housing Authority commissioner Joseph Pecevich (unanimous)
• Continued hearing to a later date; no removal decision made

Public Meeting

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

• Approved licensing agreement with Seacran LLC for Red Gold bogs (2-0)
• Approved 2nd Annual OBRVA Turkey Trot on Nov 25, 2023, pending police/fire sign-off (2-0)
• Approved use of town lot at 50 South River St for Rib Cook Off parking on Sept 9 (2-0)
• Approved one-day entertainment license for Friends of Marshfield Animal Shelter concert on Sept 9 (2-0)
• Approved annual peddler's license for Dena Leone dba ByHand Art Design (2-0)
• Approved temporary common victualler licenses for Superior Lobster and B's Ice Cream for Lobsterfest on Sept 16 (2-0 each)
• Approved temporary wine & malt license for Stellwagen Beer for Lobsterfest on Sept 16 (2-0)
• Accepted $100 donation to Veterans Services from Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hanlon (2-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Appointed Jean Lee to the Board of Appeals (3-0)
• Voted to enter executive session to discuss Open Meeting Law complaint by John Cusick (3-0)
• Adjourned public meeting at 3:35 p.m.

Public Meeting

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

• Approved Webster Street parking lot licensing agreement (3-0)
• Approved transfer of all-alcohol restaurant license for The Marsh to Marsh CFP Corp (3-0)
• Approved North River Commission intermunicipal agreement (3-0)
• Approved hiring Collins Center for Treasurer/Collector and Town Accountant search (3-0)
• Approved waiving building permit fees for Marshfield Housing Authority, high school Jumbotron, and dog park (3-0 each)
• Approved temporary entertainment licenses for Marshfield Fair, Magical Moon Farm, and paddle board lessons (3-0 each)
• Approved one-day liquor license for Duxbury Food and Wine Festival (3-0)
• Accepted Red Gold Farm open space residential subdivision (111 acres) (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved Eversource fuel storage application at 226 Enterprise Drive (2-0)
• Appointed 7 members to Marshfield Housing Trust (2-0)
• Approved temporary common victualler licenses for Marshfield Fair vendors (2-0)
• Accepted donation of kayak storage rack valued at $3,000 (2-0)
• Approved Eversource pole installation on Olympia Road for temporary pump (2-0)
• Tabled School Street signalization discussion (2-0)
• Appointed Daniel Greaney to Advisory Board through June 30, 2026 (2-0)
• Approved temporary entertainment license for Hallowed Harvest at fairgrounds (2-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved annual peddler's license for Keith Newman, Soul Slice Pizza dba Pigpens BBQ (2-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved $3.845M bond sale to Robert W. Baird & Co. at $4,134,617.39 (unanimous)
• Approved $62,363.54 reserve fund transfer to Legal expense line 01151520 (unanimous)
• Approved $37,636.46 reserve fund transfer to IT expense line 01155520 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary wine & malt license for Stellwagen Beer Company on July 21, 2023 (unanimous)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved change of ownership interest (2015-2018) for Station Eight, 1899 Ocean Street (3-0)
• Approved change of ownership interest and managers (2018-2022) for Station Eight, 1899 Ocean Street (3-0)
• Continued pole hearing for 87 Olympia Road to July 31, 2023 (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Appointed Kathleen Maresco as Interim Town Treasurer (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved temporary common victualler license for Levitate Music and Arts Festival (3-0)
• Approved Annual Horribles Parade for July 2, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved four Rexhame Beach Community Association dances on July 7, 21, August 4, 18, 2023 (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved $370K ambulance purchase with county ARPA funds (3-0)
• Accepted Chapter 269 of Acts of 2022 for one-time retiree COLA increase to 5% (3-0)
• Tabled Health Circle dispensary discussion until July 10, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved two temporary All Alcohol Licenses for Marshfield Elks Lodge #2494 (3-0)
• Appointed Jesse Platt to Conservation Commission for term expiring June 30, 2025 (3-0)
• Reappointed Craig Hannafin to Open Space Committee for term expiring June 30, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of $1,500 memorial bench donation for Brooks-Tilden Shipyard (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of $350 donation from NEMBA for trail maintenance (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Accepted 0.33-acre buffer strip from VRT Corp. for open space (3-0)
• Conveyed two parcels (8,400 sq ft and 6,300 sq ft) to VRT Corp. (3-0)
• Accepted Lot 23 and Lot 7 from VRT Corp. for conservation (3-0)
• Approved transfer of wine and malt license to A1 Quick Mart at 1804 Ocean St (3-0)
• Appointed Edwin Sullivan and Edward Timlin to Trustees of Veterans Memorials (3-0)
• Approved six seasonal beach hires (3-0)
• Appointed Diane Jordan and Paul Duross to DPW Building Committee (3-0)
• Approved yoga at Rexhame Beach on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7am (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved annual harbormaster appointments for 2023-2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Verizon pole relocation on 2nd Road (unanimous)
• Approved Select Board Policies & Procedure Guide (unanimous)
• Approved indoor/outdoor entertainment license amendment for The Jetty (unanimous)
• Approved licensing agreement for Liv Creative Cuisine outdoor seating on town land (unanimous)
• Approved donations of $100 each to Recreation Trails Committee (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Earth Removal Permit for Biagini Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved temporary outdoor entertainment license for Magical Moon Foundation (unanimous)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved peddler's license for Cheesy Chicks food truck (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Appointed James Kilcoyne as Chair, Lynne Fidler as Vice Chair, Stephen Darcy as Clerk (unanimous)
• Appointed Patrick MacAllister to Airport Commission through June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
• Tabled vote on Best Practices for Cash Handling and Turnover Policy until May 22, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved annual Common Victualler license for Optimal Health and Nutrition at 41 Rockwood Road (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Bike MS Cape Cod Getaway route through Marshfield on June 24, 2023 (unanimous)
• Authorized Town Administrator to approve spending from gift accounts (unanimous)
• Approved temporary wine & malt license for Marshfield Hills General Store for North River Arts Festival (unanimous)
• Approved temporary entertainment license for Levitate Music Festival at Marshfield Fairgrounds July 7-9, 2023 (unanimous)

Public Meeting

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

• Appointed Town Administrator Michael A. Maresco as Acting Town Clerk

Public Meeting

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

• Approved South River School PTO 5k race for May 20, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved waiving electrical permit fees for Fire Department generator replacement (unanimous)
• Appointed Chris Shugrue to the Recreation Trails Committee (unanimous)
• Approved two one-day wine & malt licenses for James P. Harrington Organization (unanimous)
• Approved $140 from Veterans Gift Account for transportation needs (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of $50 donation to Veterans Services (unanimous)
• Approved annual Peddlers Licenses for Al’s BBQ and South Shore Smoke House (unanimous)
• Approved letter to Cannabis Control Commission regarding Host Community Agreements (unanimous)

Public Meeting

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

• Directed Town Administrator to file the MBTA Communities Action Plan (3-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for server licenses, security upgrades, and door scanner access (3-0)
• Approved Seasonal All Alcohol Restaurant Liquor License for Don Bravo Mexican Grill (3-0)
• Approved hiring of recommended new and rehire seasonal beach staff (3-0)
• Approved participation in Opioid Settlements from CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Teva and Allergan (3-0)
• Approved Annual Fortune Teller’s License for Stephanie Demetro (3-0)
• Accepted $9,400 donation from McDougall Bros. Enterprises for Dog Park water service (3-0)
• Accepted $14,000 value of wood chips from VRT Corporation for Dog Park (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Waived plumbing and gas permit fees for Coastline Plumbing and Heating (2:0)
• Approved peddler’s license for Wicked Flavah Food Truck (2:0)
• Approved temporary entertainment license for Rockin’ at Rexhame concert series (2:0)
• Renewed commercial parking permit for Green Harbor Lobster Pound for 46 spaces at $1,104 (2:0)
• Approved routing for Ragnar Relay road race on May 20, 2023 (2:0)
• Approved Beach and Back 5K and Half Marathon on May 14, 2023 (2:0)
• Approved 2nd annual Carolina Hills Mountain Bike Classic on June 25, 2023 (2:0)
• Accepted donations for Dog Park ($3,360 and $4,200) and Carolina Hill ($850) (2:0)

Public Meeting

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

• Declared local State of Emergency from 7:00pm March 13 to 7:00pm March 16, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved All Alcohol Restaurant Liquor License for Salt Marsh Restaurant Group LLC (3-0)
• Approved Common Victualler License for Seaside Coffee LLC (3-0)
• Approved Home Rule petition for 3 additional Restaurant and 3 Package Store liquor licenses (3-0)
• Supported 11 Special Town Meeting articles and 15 Annual Town Meeting articles (3-0)
• Approved renewal of seasonal liquor licenses for package stores and restaurants (3-0)
• Approved peddler's licenses for Lady Sunshine Coffee LLC and Smiles By The Mile Ice Cream LLC (3-0)
• Appointed Brian Crowley to Advisory Board and Rev. Mark Huber to Marshfield Housing Partnership (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Approved Fiscal Year 2024 Budget (3-0)
• Approved Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan and Program for Public Information Annual Review (3-0)
• Increased beach sticker fee to $50 before April 14 and $55 starting April 15, 2023 (3-0)
• Appointed Karen Horne as Marshfield Housing Coordinator (3-0)
• Approved $300 donation from Aiden Roberge for Marshfield Veterans Services (3-0)
• Approved use of town parking lots for 2023 Levitate Festival (3-0)
• Waived percolation testing permit fees for 1929 Main Street (3-0)
• Appointed Conservation Administrator Selection Committee (3-0)

Public Meeting

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

• Denied debt exclusion warrant article, motion, and ballot question for $3.7M Brant Rock Esplanade project (1-1)
• Approved $5,000 donation from Goodwill Hunters for baby changing stations and dune restoration (2-0)
• Approved opening the Special Town Meeting warrant from Feb 13 to Feb 24, 2023 (2-0)
• Approved routing the 24th annual Best Buddies Challenge through town on June 3, 2023 (2-0)
• Approved Cultural Council request for three outdoor concerts on Town property (2-0)
• Approved moving dredge spoils from Parsonage Street to the DSA site on Joseph Driebeek Way (2-0)
• Approved $600 in total donations to the Veterans Services Gift Account (2-0)
• Approved temporary closure of Fieldston Restaurant effective Dec 21, 2022 (2-0)