Marshfield public meetings in 2025

Select Board Meeting

The Select Board will discuss and vote on several action items, including a contract for the Ridge Road Boat Ramp, a Green Harbor dredging contract, the MBTA Zoning Bylaw for Town Meeting, acceptance of donations for Veterans Services, the Library, and the Council on Aging, a one-day alcohol license for the North River Arts Society, and annual renewals of liquor, common victualer, lodging, peddler, and fortune teller licenses. A continued pole hearing for 32 Steven Road is also scheduled.

• Continued pole hearing for 32 Steven Road (Verizon/Eversource)
• Contract approval for NELM/Ridge Road Boat Ramp
• Contract approval for Green Harbor dredging adjacent to commercial piers
• Discussion/vote on MBTA Zoning Bylaw warrant article for Town Meeting
• Annual renewal of liquor licenses for restaurants, clubs, and package stores

Select Board Meeting - Cancelled

This Select Board meeting scheduled for December 15, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda included a continued pole hearing, a contract vote for the NELM/Ridge Road Boat Ramp, a FY27 financial forecast, and several annual license renewals, but no action was taken.

• Meeting CANCELLED — no business conducted
• Continued pole hearing for 32 Steven Road (Verizon/Eversource) was not held
• Contract vote for NELM/Ridge Road Boat Ramp was not taken
• FY27 Financial Forecast presentation was not given
• Annual liquor license renewals and New Year's Eve alcohol extension were not voted on

Select Board Meeting

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting on December 15, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items including liquor license renewals, donations, and zoning complaints. The meeting will also feature a continued pole hearing and a financial forecast presentation for FY27.

• Vote on extending alcohol sales to 2 AM on New Year’s Eve for Section 12 liquor license holders
• Vote on accepting six donations for Veteran’s Services
• Vote on accepting one donation for Ventress Memorial Library
• Discussion and vote on Cahill Zoning Complaint
• Discussion on MBTA Zoning Bylaw – Annual Town Meeting Warrant Article

Select Board Meeting

The Select Board will hold an executive session to discuss litigation strategy regarding the Town of Marshfield v. Holtec, then conduct interviews for the Treasurer/Collector position and the Town Administrator search. The board will also vote on disbanding the Town Administrator Screening Committee.

The Select Board unanimously appointed Melissa Morrisey as Treasurer/Collector effective January 16, 2026. The Board also unanimously voted to disband the Town Administrator Screening Committee after deciding neither finalist was the right fit, leaving interim administrators in place while a new search process is developed.

• Appointed Melissa Morrisey as Treasurer/Collector effective January 16, 2026 (unanimous)
• Disbanded the Town Administrator Screening Committee effective December 10, 2025 at 7 p.m. (unanimous)
• No appointment made for Town Administrator; search process to be restructured

Select Board

The Select Board is conducting interviews for the Town Administrator position. The board will also discuss the next steps in the search process for this role.

• Interview for Town Administrator position: Carl E. Geffken
• Interview for Town Administrator position: Leilani Dalpe
• Discussion on the Town Administrator search process

The Select Board interviewed two candidates for the Town Administrator position: Carl E. Geffken and Leilani Dalpe. Chair Kelley stated that no vote would be taken this evening, emphasizing the need for a deliberate process given the three-year term required by the Town Charter. No other substantive decisions were made.

• No vote taken on Town Administrator appointment; interviews conducted only

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting on December 1, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items, including donations to veterans’ services and local organizations, event approvals, and a liquor license hearing. The board will also consider a government efficiency study and playground-related matters.

• Pole hearings at 171 Canal Street and 32 Stevens Road (Verizon/Eversource Energy)
• New Wine and Malt Restaurant Liquor License hearing for Hareku Steak House and Sushi Inc. at 57 Snow Road
• Donations: $100 to Council on Aging, $5,000 to Ventress Memorial Library
• Approval of Plunge for Purpose Fundraiser events at Rexhame Beach on January 1, 2026
• Zydeco Meadery vendor approval for Marshfield Winter Farmers’ Market

The Select Board unanimously denied Verizon's request to install a utility pole at 171 Canal Street, citing inaccurate information provided by the applicant. The board continued the hearing for a proposed pole at 32 Stevens Road to December 15, 2025, requiring written resident confirmation. The board also approved a new liquor license for Hareku Steakhouse, several special events, and donations to town departments.

• Denied Verizon's pole installation at 171 Canal Street due to inaccurate information (3-0)
• Continued pole hearing for 32 Stevens Road to Dec 15, 2025, pending resident confirmation (3-0)
• Granted new wine and malt liquor license to Hareku Steakhouse at 57 Snow Road (3-0)
• Approved 2nd Annual Webster's Wilderness MTB Classic on Jan 11, 2026, contingent on police/fire recommendations (3-0)
• Approved Polar Plunge fundraisers by The Soul Project/Vagabond Way Fitness and Marshfield Elks on Jan 1, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved farmer's market permit for Zydeco Meadery at Marshfield Winter Farmers Market (3-0)
• Authorized creation of a playground gift account (3-0)
• Accepted donations totaling $6,425 to Veterans' Services, Council on Aging, and Ventress Memorial Library (3-0)

Town Administrator Search Committee

The committee is meeting to review and approve executive session minutes from three prior meetings (October 14, November 4, and November 6, 2025). No public agenda items are listed; the meeting will then adjourn.

• Review and approve executive session minutes from 10/14/2025, 11/04/2025, and 11/06/2025

Joint Meeting Select Board / Town Administrator Search Committee

The Joint Meeting of the Marshfield Select Board and Town Administrator Search Committee will discuss and potentially vote on next steps for the Town Administrator search process. The meeting follows hybrid public participation rules under state law and will include public comments and a Town Administrator report.

• Discussion: Update from Town Administrator Search Committee
• Discussion/Vote: Select Board next steps for Town Administrator Search process

The Select Board voted unanimously to proceed with interviews of town administrator finalists on December 2, 2025. The Town Administrator Search Committee had selected candidates on November 6, but a dispute arose over approving Executive Session minutes, with the Search Committee chair declining to hold a meeting for that purpose until after the selection. The board also heard public concerns about candidate confidentiality and the search process.

• Approved moving forward with town administrator interviews on December 2 (unanimous)
• Town Administrator Search Committee adjourned at 6:08 PM (unanimous)
• Joint meeting adjourned at 6:08 PM (unanimous)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting on November 18, 2025, to discuss and vote on several action items. Key items include an update on the Town Administrator search process, allocation of Opioid Settlement Grant funds, and approval of two full-time police officer hires. The board will also consider a revised bylaw on docks from the North River Commissioner, a retainer agreement with Dupere Law Offices, and a re-vote on the School Roof Project.

• Discussion and possible vote on Town Administrator Search process
• Discussion/Vote to approve allocation of Marshfield's Opioid Settlement Grant funds
• Discussion/Vote to approve hiring of two full-time police officers
• Discussion/Re-vote to support the School Roof Project
• Discussion/Vote to approve retainer agreement with Dupere Law Offices, P.C. and designate as 'Special Municipal Employee'

The Select Board unanimously approved $9,550 in opioid settlement grants to three local organizations, and discussed next steps in the town administrator search process, including scheduling interviews. The board also approved a retainer agreement with Dupere Law Offices, appointments to the Marshfield Cultural Council, a draft warrant article for alternate members on boards, a St. Patrick's Day 5K road race, a business directory sign, and several other items. No substantive decisions were made on the easement agreement or permit fee waiver, which were tabled.

• Approved $9,550 in opioid settlement grants to Marshfield FACTS, JPH Program, and Boys & Girls Club (unanimous)
• Approved retainer agreement with Dupere Law Offices, P.C. (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Jody Regan, Ned Bangs, and Mark Anderson to Marshfield Cultural Council (unanimous)
• Approved draft warrant article to add alternate members to Advisory Board and Capital Budget Committee (unanimous)
• Approved 16th Annual St. Patrick's Day 5K road race on March 14, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved installation of directory sign at Commerce Drive entrance (unanimous)
• Approved revised solar lease documents for 23 Claypit Road (unanimous)
• Approved Doggie Nail Trim Fundraiser and one-day liquor license for craft fair (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct interviews with two law firm finalists for the position of Labor Counsel, followed by a deliberation and vote on the appointment. The board will also discuss and vote on a proposed ballot question and election date for the Martinson School Roof Project, and consider several other action items including a fee waiver request and a donation to the Council on Aging.

• Interview of Mead, Talerman & Costa, LLC and Dupere Law Offices for Labor Counsel position
• Discussion and vote on proposed ballot question and election date for Martinson School Roof Project
• Discussion with Building Commissioner on property at 655 Ocean Street and potential vote to authorize funding to secure/remove structure
• Discussion and vote on fee waiver request for 824 Moraine St, 200 Joseph Dribeek Way, and 167 Forest Street
• Discussion and vote to declare 2 vehicles as surplus – Police Department

The Select Board voted 2-1 to appoint Dupere Law Offices as Labor Counsel for the Town of Marshfield, with Chair Kelley and Clerk Simpson in favor and Vice Chair Darcy opposed. The Board also unanimously approved tax classification votes, a bylaw amendment for capital budget process, a policy for reviewing Town Meeting articles, and set a January 10, 2026 election date for a debt exclusion on the Martinson Elementary School roof project. No action was taken on the Historical Commission's request for an archaeological dig at 91 Old Colony Lane, as it was informational only.

• Appointed Dupere Law Offices as Labor Counsel (2-1)
• Approved tax classification with factor of 1, rejecting exemptions (unanimous)
• Approved general bylaw amendment for capital budget process (unanimous)
• Approved policy for review and approval of Town Meeting warrant articles (unanimous)
• Set January 10, 2026 as election date for Martinson School roof debt exclusion (unanimous)
• Declared two police vehicles as surplus and authorized disposal (unanimous)
• Approved Common Victualler's License for Banh Mi Express at 11 Snow Rd (unanimous)
• Authorized Building Commissioner to secure property at 655 Ocean St (unanimous)

Select Board Meeting

The Marshfield Select Board will discuss and vote on several action items, including an interim town administrator contract with Charles L. Sumner, a policy for reviewing town meeting articles, a complaint from Barbara Lannon, options for appointing alternates to town boards, and a request to hire one additional police officer. The board will also discuss the Martinson School Roof Project.

• Interim Town Administrator contract with Charles L. Sumner
• Policy to review and approve Town Meeting articles after deadlines
• Barbara Lannon complaint
• Options to appoint alternates to town boards and committees
• Request to hire one additional police officer

The Select Board unanimously approved Charles L. Sumner's contract as Interim Town Administrator and voted to hire one additional police officer from the local register list. The board also discussed the school roof project, a policy review for town meeting articles, and a resident's concern about helicopter rides at a fairground event, but took no formal votes on those items.

• Approved Charles L. Sumner's employment contract as Interim Town Administrator (unanimous)
• Approved hiring one additional police officer from the local register list (unanimous)
• Approved having Town Counsel revise policy language for town meeting articles for a future vote (unanimous)
• Approved open session minutes of October 15, 2025 (unanimous)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will discuss and vote on several action items, including appointments to the registrar of elections and Cultural Council, declaring library items as surplus, and multiple Special Town Meeting articles. The board will also discuss a school roof article following new information from the Capital Budget Committee. The meeting will adjourn to the auditorium for the Special Town Meeting.

• Vote on appointment of David Kolar as registrar of elections
• Vote to declare surplus items from Ventress Memorial Library
• Vote on new appointment to Cultural Council – Cameron Ahouse
• Vote on Special Town Meeting Articles 4, 34, 35, 36, 37
• Discussion on school roof article after Capital Budget Committee update

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will discuss and vote on appointing David Kolar as registrar of elections, declaring surplus items from Ventress Memorial Library, appointing Cameron Ahouse to the Cultural Council, and approving several Special Town Meeting articles (4, 34, 35, 36, 37). They will also receive an update on the MBTA Public Information Session and vote to accept the minutes from October 6th, 2025.

• Vote on appointment of David Kolar as registrar of elections
• Vote on request to declare surplus items at Ventress Memorial Library
• Vote on appointment of Cameron Ahouse to Cultural Council
• Vote on Special Town Meeting Articles 4, 34, 35, 36, 37
• Update on MBTA Public Information Session

The Select Board voted 2-1 to support Article #4 regarding Veterans Office position grading, with Chair Kelley dissenting. They unanimously supported amended Article #34 for two replacement DPW trucks and Article #35 as written. Article #7 for roof replacement failed 1-2, and Article #37 was unanimously not supported due to state law conflict.

• Appointed David Kolar to Registrars of Voters (unanimous)
• Declared surplus items from Ventress Memorial Library (unanimous)
• Indefinitely postponed MBTA Public Information Session (unanimous)
• Appointed Cameron Ahouse to Cultural Council (unanimous)
• Supported Article #4 on Veterans Office grading (2-1)
• Supported amended Article #34 for two DPW trucks (unanimous)
• Supported Article #35 as written (unanimous)
• Did not support Article #37 due to state law conflict (unanimous)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss and vote on warrant articles for the October 20, 2025 Special Town Meeting. The meeting will also include an interim town administrator interview and routine procedural items.

• Interim Town Administrator Interview – Charles Sumner at 5:00 PM
• Discussion and Vote on Warrant Articles for October 20, 2025 Special Town Meeting

The Select Board unanimously voted to appoint Charles Sumner as Interim Town Administrator at $105/hour for a four-day work week, starting October 27, 2025. The board also voted on recommendations for 37 Special Town Meeting warrant articles, supporting most, deferring some, and abstaining on others. Minutes from two prior meetings were approved.

• Appointed Charles Sumner as Interim Town Administrator at $105/hour, four-day work week, starting Oct 27 (unanimous)
• Supported Article 1 (unanimous)
• Supported Article 2 (unanimous)
• Supported Article 3 (unanimous)
• Deferred Article 4 to Oct 20 (unanimous)
• Supported Article 5 (unanimous)
• Article 6 supported (2-1, Kelley no, Simpson no, Darcy aye)
• Deferred Articles 34-37 to Oct 20 (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on the interim town administrator's remaining hours and replacement, and set a date for a special town election on a debt exclusion for school roof work and South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School financing. Other action items include accepting donations for the library, veterans services, and trails committee, waiving fees for housing authority work at 305 Webster Street, and approving a turkey trot event.

• Public hearing for annual wine & malt beverage and entertainment license for Modest Roots Brewing South at 25 Dyke Road
• Vote on interim town administrator remaining hours and replacement
• Set date for special town election on debt exclusion for school roof work and South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School financing
• Vote on request to waive fees for proposed work at 305 Webster Street (Housing Authority)
• Vote on responses to Labor Counsel RFP

Selectboard Meeting

The Marshfield Select Board will meet in a hybrid format (in-person and remote) on September 29, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall Select Board Chamber. The meeting will be recorded and broadcast on local government access channels, with remote participation available via Zoom. The agenda includes a call to order, announcements, and an executive session to review and approve past meeting minutes.

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid in-person and remote meeting on September 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM in the Town Hall Select Board Chamber. The agenda includes votes on multiple licenses, appointments, donations, and event permits, as well as discussions on grants, proclamations, and a special town election date.

• Vote on Common Victualler License for Cars & Copters Event at Marshfield Fairgrounds (9/27/2025)
• Vote on Temporary Wine & Malt License for North River Arts Society (10/4/2025)
• Vote on new Cemetery Committee appointment: Cindy Castro
• Vote on $20,000 grant from Edwin Phillips Trust for Special Education Programming – Recreation Department
• Discuss and set date for Special Town Election for Debt Exclusion for school roof work and financing for South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School Build

Town Administrator Screening Committee

The committee will meet to receive guidance from the Collins Center on screening procedures, including candidate confidentiality, question development, and interview logistics. They will also discuss meeting dates and elect a chair, vice chair, and clerk.

• Collins Center will explain screening process including use of approved profile, confidentiality, and interview stages
• Committee to discuss and set dates for question finalization (9/30), candidate deliberation (early-mid October), and interviews (mid-late October)
• Election of Committee Officers: Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk

The Town Administrator Screening Committee met for the first time and elected officers: Jaci Mason as Clerk, Andrew Wening as Chair, and Denis Keliher as Vice Chair. The committee also reviewed its charge, agreed to use the approved candidate profile, and set a work plan including drafting interview questions by September 30 and receiving resumes by October 7. No candidate names were discussed, and confidentiality was emphasized.

• Elected Jaci Mason as Clerk (unanimous)
• Elected Andrew Wening as Chair (6-0-1)
• Elected Denis Keliher as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Set work plan: draft questions by Sept. 30, resumes due Oct. 7

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will discuss and set a date for a special town election on a debt exclusion for school roof work and financing for the South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School build. The board will also vote on several temporary licenses, including a Common Victualler License for the Cars & Copters event and entertainment licenses for the Dog Park and a holiday light show. Other action items include accepting a $20,000 grant for special education programming, appointing a new Cemetery Committee member, and voting on a response to a Labor Counsel RFP.

• Set date for Special Town Election on debt exclusion for school roof work and South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School financing
• Vote on Common Victualler License for Cars & Copters Event at Marshfield Fairgrounds (9/27/2025)
• Vote on request to accept $20,000 grant from Edwin Phillips Trust for Special Education Programming
• Vote on two Temporary Entertainment Licenses for Friends of the Marshfield Dog Park (9/27/2025 and 10/25/2025)
• Executive Session to discuss Open Meeting Law complaint by P. Reilly v. Select Board

2nd

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a public hearing on transferring liquor licenses for Jackanson's at 1919-1921 Ocean Street, then vote on 38 action items including a purchase and sale agreement for 91 Old Colony Lane, adoption of a committee handbook, public comment policy changes, and several special town meeting warrant articles. The board will also enter executive session to discuss real property, collective bargaining with firefighters, and open meeting law complaints.

• Public hearing on transfer of wine/malt and seasonal all-alcohol package store licenses from Jayshama Corp. to Omnaya Inc. for Jackanson's at 1919-1921 Ocean Street
• Discussion and vote on execution of a purchase and sale agreement on 91 Old Colony Lane
• Discussion and vote on potential special town meeting warrant articles: elimination of Brant Rock Overlay District, ADU H3507, stretch code amendments, and town decibel level limit
• Discussion and vote on MBTA zoning H3507
• Discussion and vote on potential increase of fees for Select Board office permits and licenses

The Select Board set the salary range for the new Town Administrator at $190,000 to $210,000 to remain competitive with neighboring communities. The Board also approved several routine items including temporary liquor licenses for Lobsterfest, donations, committee appointments, and a field trip request. The meeting included discussions on the MBTA zoning appeal, the Jetty's outdoor dining license, and a potential new member for South Shore Vocational Technical High School.

• Set Town Administrator salary range at $190,000-$210,000 (unanimous)
• Granted temporary common victualler licenses to Lobster Love, Miss Emily Food Truck, and Mullaney's Fish Market for Lobsterfest (unanimous)
• Accepted $161 donation from Ned Bangs to Marshfield Cultural Council (unanimous)
• Accepted $300 donation from Robert Saunders to Council on Aging (unanimous)
• Appointed Daniel Mahoney to Opioid Fund Committee for three-year term (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of liquor licenses from Jayshama Corp. to Omnia Inc. for Jackansons at 1919-1921 Ocean Street (unanimous)
• Granted temporary entertainment license to Cars and Copters LLC for Sept. 27 event at Marshfield Fairgrounds (unanimous)
• Authorized Wellesley Public Schools field trips to Rexhame and Brant Rock beaches on Sept. 30 (unanimous)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a public hearing on a liquor license transfer and then vote on 38 action items, including executing a purchase and sale agreement for 91 Old Colony Lane, adopting a new Committee and Board Handbook, and setting a date for a potential special election on school roofs. The board will also discuss and vote on several potential Special Town Meeting warrant articles, including eliminating the Brant Rock Overlay District and adopting stretch code amendments. The meeting begins with three executive sessions for real property, collective bargaining, and nonunion strategy.

• Vote on Purchase and Sale Agreement for 91 Old Colony Lane
• Public Hearing for transfer of liquor licenses from Jackanson's to Omnaya Inc. at 1919-1921 Ocean Street
• Vote on potential Special Town Meeting warrant articles: Brant Rock Overlay District elimination, Stretch Code, ADU, and decibel limits
• Vote to set date for potential special election on school roofs
• Vote to adopt changes to Public Comment Policy and new Committee and Board Handbook

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a public hearing on transferring a wine and malt license to a new owner at 1919-1921 Ocean Street, then vote on 37 action items including adopting a committee handbook, changing public comment policy, setting term limits, signing a purchase agreement for 91 Old Colony Lane, and issuing an RFP for the town website. The board will also consider several potential Special Town Meeting warrant articles on topics like stretch code amendments, eliminating the Brant Rock Overlay District, and setting a decibel limit.

• Public hearing on transfer of annual wine & malt and seasonal all alcohol package store licenses from Jayshama Corp. dba Jackanson's to Omnaya Inc. dba Jackanson's at 1919-1921 Ocean Street
• Discussion and vote on execution of a purchase and sale agreement on 91 Old Colony Lane
• Discussion and vote on request for proposal for town website
• Discussion and vote on potential Special Town Meeting warrant article for elimination of Brant Rock Overlay District
• Discussion and vote on potential increase of fees for Select Board office permits and licenses

2nd

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss and vote on several requests, including parking lot use for an event, appointments to various boards, liquor license matters, and donations. The meeting will also include an executive session to discuss pending litigation and collective bargaining strategy.

• Vote on Marshfield Community Rib Cook Off using Town Parking Lot at 60 South River Street for September 6, 2025
• Vote on appointment of Lt. Detective Steven Marcolini as Special Police Officer
• Vote on temporary closure of Marshfield Yacht Club’s licensed premise
• Vote on Marshfield Yacht Club pledging annual alcohol license to Coastal Heritage Bank
• Vote on accepting donation from Council on Aging

The Select Board made numerous appointments to town boards and committees, including the Advisory Board, Capital Budget Committee, Airport Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Conservation Commission, Council on Aging, Historical Commission, Recreation Commission, and many others. Most appointments were unanimous, but several were split 2-1 with Stephen Darcy opposed. The board also established a seven-member Town Administrator Search Committee and appointed its members, with some controversy over the inclusion of a union president.

• Appointed Edward Dubois, Scott Swain (2-1), and Peter Simonelli to Advisory Board
• Appointed Bonnie McCarthy, John Griffin (2-1), and Lynda Walsh (2-1) to Capital Budget Committee
• Appointed Patrick MacAllister and Paul Van Kauwenberg to Airport Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Stephen Lynch (2-1) and Eric Murphy (2-1) to Zoning Board of Appeals
• Appointed Craig Hannafin and Jesse Platt to Conservation Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Joanne LaFerrara, Suzanne Allmendinger, Janice Fletcher, and Ben Bembenek to Council on Aging (unanimous)
• Appointed Cindy Castro, Kathy Sullivan, Jack Arouca, and Bruce Whitmore to Historical Commission (unanimous)
• Established seven-member Town Administrator Search Committee and appointed members (several 2-1 votes)

Select Board

The Select Board will enter executive session to discuss pending litigation with the state and a fire department union grievance. In open session, they will vote on several action items including a parking lot use permit for a community cook-off, appointment of a special police officer, and temporary closure of the Marshfield Yacht Club's licensed premise. The board will also vote to fill numerous board and committee vacancies from a large pool of applicants.

• Executive session to discuss strategy in Town of Marshfield v. Comm. of MA and EOHLC litigation
• Executive session to discuss MFD Union grievance
• Vote on request for Marshfield Community Rib Cook Off to use town parking lot at 60 South River Street on September 6, 2025
• Vote on appointment of Lt. Detective Steven Marcolini as Special Police Officer
• Vote on request to allow Marshfield Yacht Club to pledge annual club all alcohol license to Coastal Heritage Bank

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a special hybrid meeting to enter executive session for strategy on pending litigation (Town of Marshfield v. Comm. of MA and EOHLC) and a MFD union grievance. In open session, they will vote on several action items including a parking lot use request for a community event, appointment of a special police officer, temporary license closure and pledge for the Marshfield Yacht Club, a donation acceptance, and numerous board and committee appointments.

• Executive session to discuss strategy on pending litigation: Town of Marshfield v. Comm. of MA and EOHLC
• Executive session to discuss strategy on MFD union grievance
• Discussion and vote on request for Marshfield Community Rib Cook Off to use town parking lot at 60 South River Street on September 6, 2025
• Discussion and vote on appointment of Lt. Detective Steven Marcolini as Special Police Officer
• Discussion and vote on request for temporary closure of licensed premise – Marshfield Yacht Club

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting on August 11, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items, including appointments to the Municipal Affordable Housing Trust and a request to waive zoning fees for the South River Park Expansion. The board will also consider proclamations, liquor licenses, and various committee appointments.

• Vote on Marshfield Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Board of Trustees appointments: Cody Rohland, Kerry Richardson, Fred Monaco, Mark Huber, Cecilia Delgadillo
• Discussion and vote on request to waive zoning fees for South River Park Expansion at 2160 Ocean Street
• Vote on applications for temporary liquor licenses for Marshfield Fair, Sangria Lady LLC, Decanted Wine Truck, and others
• Discussion and vote on proclamation of August 2025 as Purple Heart Month
• Vote on appointments to multiple boards and commissions, including Advisory Board, Capital Budget Committee, and Conservation Commission

The Select Board unanimously voted to amend the terms of three Housing Trust members from one to two years, expiring June 30, 2026, correcting a prior error. They also set an August 15 application deadline for board/committee appointments and will seek feedback from chairs by August 21. The board discussed but took no vote on an open space event policy or a government efficiency study. Several event permits and licenses were approved unanimously.

• Amended Housing Trust terms for Kerry Richardson, Mark Huber, and Cecelia Delgadillo to two years ending June 30, 2026 (unanimous)
• Set August 15, 12:30 p.m. deadline for board/committee applications; chairs to provide feedback by August 21 (unanimous)
• Approved drafting a Special Town Meeting article to adopt MGL Ch. 138 §12D for wine/malt license conversion (unanimous)
• Designated August 2025 as Purple Heart Month (2-0, Kelley abstained)
• Waived zoning fees for South River Park Expansion project (unanimous)
• Granted 25 temporary common victualler licenses for Marshfield Fair (unanimous)
• Approved block party on Jedediah’s Path, Sept. 14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Granted temporary liquor licenses for Lobsterfest, Duck Derby, and Food Pantry fundraiser (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on appointments to over 20 town boards and committees, including the Advisory Board, Capital Budget Committee, and the newly formed Town Administrator Search Committee. The board will also consider a Special Town Meeting article for a government efficiency study and another to adopt a new liquor license provision. Several event permits and temporary licenses for the Marshfield Fair and other community events are also up for a vote.

• Discussion and vote on a Special Town Meeting article for a government efficiency study
• Discussion and vote on a proposed STM warrant article to adopt Mass. Gen. L. c. 138 sec. 12D (new liquor license type)
• Discussion and vote on waiving zoning fees for the South River Park Expansion at 2160 Ocean Street
• Discussion and vote on appointments to the Marshfield Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Board of Trustees
• Discussion and vote on appointments to the Town Administrator Search Committee

The Select Board unanimously voted to correct the terms of three Housing Trust members to two-year terms expiring June 30, 2026, after an earlier error. They also set an August 15 application deadline for board/committee appointments and will seek feedback from chairs by August 21. The board discussed but took no vote on an open space event policy, a government efficiency study, and a special town meeting article on alcohol licensing.

• Amended Housing Trust terms for Kerry Richardson, Mark Huber, and Cecelia Delgadillo to two-year terms ending June 30, 2026 (unanimous)
• Set August 15, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. as deadline for board/committee applications; chairs to provide feedback by August 21 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary common victualler licenses for 25+ vendors at Marshfield Fair (unanimous)
• Approved block party on Jedediah’s Path on September 14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Granted temporary liquor license to The Sangria Lady for Lobsterfest on September 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Granted temporary liquor license to Decanted Wine Truck for Lobsterfest on September 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary entertainment license for Duck Derby on September 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved DWS Great Pumpkin Run 5K on October 19, 2025 and Buddy Walk on October 5, 2025 (both unanimous)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting on July 28, 2025, to discuss and vote on reserve fund transfers, the renewal or termination of the interim town administrator’s contract, and other action items. The meeting will also include an executive session to discuss pending litigation and real property negotiations.

• Vote on Reserve Fund Transfers
• Vote on Renewal or Termination of Interim Town Administrator’s Contract
• Vote to Remove ATM at Harbormaster Building
• Vote on Authorization for BANs and Bonds
• Vote to Accept Deed of 0 California Street, G12-19-18

The Select Board unanimously renewed Peter Morin's interim town administrator contract until a permanent successor is hired, reducing his hours to 25 per week and pay to $75/hour. The board also approved the sale of $3.655 million in general obligation bonds and $1.05 million in bond anticipation notes. A request for beach nourishment at Sunrise Beach was discussed but no action was taken. The board tabled annual board reappointments until the August 11 meeting.

• Renewed Interim Town Administrator Peter Morin's contract until successor hired, with 25 hrs/week and $75/hr pay (unanimous)
• Approved $3,655,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2025 Bonds to Loop Capital Markets (unanimous)
• Approved $1,050,000 General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes to Fidelity Capital Markets (unanimous)
• Authorized removal of Leader Bank ATM at Harbormaster Building, 100 Central Street (unanimous)
• Approved Cultural Council's Summer Concert Series on Town Green for July 27, Aug 3, Aug 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Tabled Action Item #18 (annual board reappointments) until August 11, 2025 meeting
• Took under advisement draft Open Space Event Structure policy, to be voted on August 11

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will discuss and vote on opening the Special Town Meeting warrant (Aug 11-21), approving a contract with the Collins Center for town administrator recruitment, and accepting the deed for 1000 Plain Street. The board will also consider appointments to the Cemetery, Historic District, and Town Playground committees, along with several permit and license requests. At 7:00 PM, the board will move to a joint public meeting with the Board of Public Works and Zoning Board of Appeals to discuss Bridle Path.

• Vote to open (Aug 11) and close (Aug 21) Special Town Meeting warrant
• Vote to approve and sign agreement with Collins Center for town administrator recruitment
• Vote to accept and sign deed of 1000 Plain Street
• Vote on appointments to Cemetery, Historic District, and Town Playground committees
• Joint public meeting with Board of Public Works and Zoning Board of Appeals regarding Bridle Path

The Select Board voted 2-0 to form a five-member Cemetery Commission with a DPW liaison and to establish a Local Historic District Study Committee under MGL Ch. 40C. They also approved a professional services agreement with the Collins Center for town administrator recruitment, accepted a 10.569-acre conservation land donation on Wright's Way, and formed a seven-member Playground Committee including the Building Commissioner. Numerous permits and licenses were granted for events and operations, including the Marshfield Fair.

• Formed a five-member Cemetery Commission with DPW liaison (2-0)
• Established a Local Historic District Study Committee (3-7 members) under MGL Ch. 40C (2-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Collins Center for town administrator recruitment (2-0)
• Accepted deed for 10.569 acres of conservation land on Wright's Way (2-0)
• Formed a seven-member Playground Committee including Building Commissioner (2-0)
• Approved temporary liquor, entertainment, and Sunday entertainment licenses for Marshfield Fair (2-0 each)
• Approved block party on Ridge Road on August 23, 2025 (2-0)
• Approved International Overdose Awareness Day flags on Town Green and vigil at Harbor Park (2-0)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a remote special meeting to discuss and vote on new hires for the Beach Department. The meeting follows hybrid meeting protocols under state law, allowing in-person and remote public participation.

• Vote on new Beach Department hires

The Marshfield Select Board held a special meeting to address a staffing shortage at the beach. After losing several previously hired lifeguards, the board unanimously approved hiring three certified replacements to start immediately.

• Approved hiring lifeguards Bridget Daly, James White, and Sophia Downes for the 2025 beach season (3-0)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting on June 30, 2025, with remote and in-person participation options. The board plans to discuss and vote on several items, including board reorganization, a Pride Month proclamation, and the town administrator search process. The meeting will also include an executive session to discuss pending litigation and personnel matters.

• Vote on board reorganization
• Vote to proclaim June 2025 as Pride Month
• Discussion and vote on hiring the Collins Center for town administrator search
• Vote on opioid fund grant awards
• Vote on requests for common victualler licenses for Levitate Festival and Sundae Society

The Select Board voted 2-1 to take no action on a resident complaint against Police Chief Phillip Tavares and not to order an external investigation. The board also approved hiring the Collins Center for $14,000 to assist with the town administrator search, formed a Town Playground Committee, and authorized opioid fund grants to five organizations. Several event licenses and permits were granted, including for the Levitate Music Festival and a Horribles Parade.

• Took no action on complaint against Police Chief Tavares, no external investigation (2-1)
• Authorized hiring Collins Center for $14,000 to assist with Town Administrator search (unanimous)
• Instructed Interim Town Administrator to recommend Playground Committee structure within three meetings (unanimous)
• Authorized Opioid Fund Committee to disburse grants to five organizations (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 donation from Mr. & Mrs. Paul Von Protz to Veterans Services (unanimous)
• Granted temporary fairgrounds common victualler licenses for Levitate Music Festival (unanimous)
• Approved annual common victualler license for Sundae Society at 1810 Ocean Street (unanimous)
• Set annual fee for Farmer's Market Alcoholic Beverages Permit at $50 residents, $100 non-residents (unanimous)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting on June 16, 2025, to discuss and vote on multiple licensing applications, including temporary liquor and entertainment licenses for events like Levitate Music Festival. The board will also consider requests to place bollards around the Town Green for safety and renew commercial parking permits for 2025 events at the Fairgrounds. Annual reappointments for various town committees and boards are also on the agenda.

• Vote on 3 temporary liquor licenses for Historic Winslow House Association, Marshfield Agricultural & Horticultural Society, and Del’s Lemonade
• Vote on temporary entertainment license for Levitate Music Festival
• Vote on request to place bollards along Town Green boundaries for event safety
• Renew 28 annual commercial parking permits for Fairgrounds events
• Vote to approve Board of Public Works audit previously authorized in 2016 Annual Town Meeting

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on June 16, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the Town Hall Select Board Chamber. The agenda includes votes on temporary liquor licenses, a request to place bollards on the Town Green, and acceptance of donations for the library and veterans' services. The board will also discuss renewals of commercial parking permits and applications for film production and entertainment licenses.

• Vote on 3 temporary liquor licenses for Historic Winslow House Association, Del’s Lemonade, and Gonzalez Food Truck
• Vote on request to place bollards along Town Green boundaries to protect event participants
• Vote on acceptance of donations for Ventress Memorial Library and Veterans’ Services
• Vote on renewals of 26 annual commercial parking permits for 2025 events at the Fairgrounds
• Discussion and possible vote on application for film production - The Elovaters

The Select Board voted unanimously to authorize the DPW to place boulders along the boundaries of the Town Green as a physical barrier to protect pedestrians from vehicle strikes, based on a recommendation from the Marshfield Police Department and the Department of Homeland Security. The board also unanimously authorized the Board of Public Works to commence an audit pending agreement on an RFP, and directed the Harbormaster to contact the Division of Marine Fisheries about advanced aquatic testing. Several temporary liquor and entertainment licenses were granted for the Levitate Festival and other events, and two annual peddler licenses and a common victualler license were approved.

• Authorized DPW to place boulders around Town Green for pedestrian safety (unanimous)
• Authorized BPW to commence audit pending RFP agreement (unanimous)
• Directed Harbormaster to contact DMF about advanced aquatic testing (unanimous)
• Granted temporary all-alcohol liquor license for Levitate Festival July 12-13 (unanimous)
• Granted temporary entertainment license for Levitate Festival July 12-13 (unanimous)
• Granted three temporary liquor licenses to Historic Winslow House Association (unanimous)
• Granted annual peddler licenses to Del's Lemonade and Gonzalez Food Truck (unanimous)
• Granted annual common victualler license to Baya Bar at 1899 Ocean Street (unanimous)

Select Board Public Discussion Playground Meeting

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a public discussion on playgrounds at its June 11, 2025 meeting. The Board will receive an update from the Board of Public Works Chair Diane Jordan and DPW Superintendent Shawn Patterson regarding a June 4, 2025 Playground Working Group meeting.

• Public participation on playgrounds scheduled
• Update from Board of Public Works Chair Diane Jordan and DPW Superintendent Shawn Patterson on June 4, 2025 Playground Working Group Meeting

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on June 9, 2025, at 6:30 PM to discuss and potentially vote on several items, including neighborhood concerns about The Jetty Restaurant, the Stretch Code Bylaw, opposition to legislation eliminating the North River Commission, and multiple donation requests. The meeting will also consider applications for liquor licenses and event permits.

• Discussion and potential vote on Jetty Restaurant neighborhood concerns
• Discussion and vote on opposition to H.4110 eliminating North River Commission
• Discussion and vote on accepting 3 donations for Veterans Services
• Discussion and vote on application for Marshfield Fairgrounds Common Victualler License – Circus Smirkus
• Discussion and vote on application for Annual Common Victualler License – Pelican’s SnoBalls, 1289 Ocean Street #1

The Marshfield Select Board approved several routine items including licenses, donations, and event permits, but took no vote on the ongoing dispute over The Jetty restaurant's outdoor dining. The Board discussed but did not vote on the Stretch Code or legislation to eliminate the North River Commission. All votes taken were unanimous.

• Approved sending out Request for Quotations for Labor Counsel (unanimous)
• Approved accepting $1,030.15 in donations for Veterans' Services (unanimous)
• Approved $50 donation to Marshfield Cultural Council (unanimous)
• Approved $350 donation to Ventress Memorial Library (unanimous)
• Approved Common Victualler License for Circus Smirkus at Marshfield Fairgrounds (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Liquor License for POVAT Veterans Benefit Concert (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Common Victualler License for Pelican's SnoBalls (unanimous)
• Approved 4th Annual Carolina Hill Mountain Bike Classic on August 17, 2025 (unanimous)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold an in-person meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a common victualler license application for Seaside Coffee LLC, requests to hold the 19th Annual Molly Walk and free Molly Movie Nights, and approval of labor counsel requests for proposals. The board will also review 2025/2026 committee liaison assignments and consider changes to the Select Board Scholarship description.

• Common victualler license vote for Seaside Coffee LLC at 1175 Ocean Street
• Vote on 19th Annual Molly Walk permit for June 15, 2025
• Vote on free Molly Movie Nights permits for July 18–19 and August 8–9, 2025
• Approval of Labor Counsel Request for Proposal
• Review of 2025/2026 Board and Committee Select Board Liaison Assignments

The Select Board unanimously approved a common victualler license for Seaside Coffee LLC, the 19th Annual Molly Walk, and Molly Movie Nights on the Town Green, all subject to other department approvals. They also approved 2025/2026 liaison assignments and amended scholarship criteria. A vote on the Labor Counsel RFP was tabled for further review.

• Approved Annual Common Victualler License for Seaside Coffee LLC at 1175 Ocean Street (unanimous)
• Approved 19th Annual Molly Walk on June 15, 2025, contingent on Police and Fire approval (unanimous)
• Approved Molly Movie Nights on July 18 and August 8, 2025, contingent on Historical Commission approval (unanimous)
• Approved 2025/2026 Select Board Liaison assignments (unanimous)
• Tabled vote on Labor Counsel RFP for further review
• Approved amended Select Board Scholarship criteria, contingent on final review by recording secretary (unanimous)

Joint Hearing

The Select Board and Advisory Board will meet jointly to review and discuss articles for the recessed Town Meeting warrant. The meeting is a public hearing, and no specific articles or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Joint public hearing with Advisory Board on recessed Town Meeting warrant articles

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting on May 19, 2025, to discuss and vote on several donations, temporary liquor license applications, and town policies. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy and public comments. Action items range from accepting donations for the library and veterans' services to reviewing a contract for roof project design services.

• Accept donation and recognition for Ruth Meberg – Ventress Library
• Vote on temporary liquor license applications for Stellwagen Beer Company and North River Arts Society
• Sign MSBA contract for designer services for Martinson Roof Project
• Create new town policy for use of town property for events
• Approve use of Avon Street Parking Lot for June 13, 2025 event – Molly Fitzgerald Memorial Fund

The Select Board unanimously approved Verizon and Eversource pole installations at 280 Foster Avenue and 1140/1143 Ocean Street, subject to conditions including ground restoration and reflector installation. The board also approved temporary liquor licenses for a pop-up beer garden at Green Harbor Lobster Pound and the North River Arts Festival, accepted several donations, and signed a contract for the Martinson Elementary School roof project. A proposed town policy for use of town property was discussed but no vote was taken.

• Approved pole installation at 280 Foster Ave with conditions (3-0)
• Approved pole installation at 1140 & 1143 Ocean St with conditions (3-0)
• Accepted $3,021 donation from Ruth Meberg for library digital collection (3-0)
• Approved memorial tree and plaque donation at Library Plaza Pocket Park (3-0)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Stellwagen Beer Company pop-up beer garden (3-0)
• Approved temporary liquor license for North River Arts Festival (3-0)
• Signed MSBA contract for Martinson Elementary roof project (3-0)
• Appointed Patricia Simpson to Opioid Fund Committee (3-0)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss and vote on town budget revisions, the town administrator search process, and the labor counsel search process. The meeting will also address options following a failed override ballot question and proclamations, with public comments allowed.

• Discussion and vote on Town Budget Revisions
• Discussion and vote on Town Administrator Search Process
• Discussion and vote on Labor Counsel Search Process
• Discussion on Options After Failure of Override Ballot Question
• Discussion on Town Website

The Select Board voted unanimously to direct the Interim Town Administrator to recruit a search committee and interview two consultant firms (Community Paradigm and Collins Center) to assist in screening candidates for a permanent Town Administrator. The board also discussed proclamations, budget revisions, and the failed override ballot question, but took no final votes on those items.

• Approved launching Town Administrator search with a search committee and consultant interviews (unanimous)
• Directed Interim Town Administrator to prepare an RFP for Labor Counsel (unanimous)
• No vote on proclamations; discussion only
• No vote on budget revisions; final vote scheduled for May 20 joint meeting

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public hearing on a seasonal liquor license for South Shore Provisions, then vote on a waiver of the MBTA Communities Act mandate timeline, board reorganization, budget updates, and numerous license and permit requests.

• Public hearing on seasonal wine/malt license for South Shore Provisions at 1849 Ocean Street, Unit 4
• Discussion and vote on waiver of M.G.L. c. 29, § 27C timeline for MBTA Communities Act mandate determination
• Discussion and vote on waiving $1,000 building permit fee for Olympia Road stormwater pump work
• Temporary liquor licenses for New England Beekeeping Supplies and Marshfield Hills General Store
• Temporary entertainment licenses for North River Arts Society, Circus Smirkus, and Friends of the Animal Shelter

The Select Board reorganized, electing Eric Kelley as Chair, Stephen Darcy as Vice Chair, and Trish Simpson as Clerk. The board unanimously approved a seasonal wine and malt beverage license for South Shore Provisions at 1849 Ocean Street, unit 4, contingent on application completion. It also granted a waiver extending the state auditor's timeline to determine an unfunded mandate under the MBTA Communities Act. Several temporary licenses and donations were approved.

• Reorganized board: Eric Kelley elected Chair (unanimous), Stephen Darcy Vice Chair (2-0, Simpson abstaining), Trish Simpson Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved seasonal wine/malt license for South Shore Provisions LLC at 1849 Ocean St, unit 4 (unanimous)
• Granted waiver extending state auditor's timeline for MBTA Communities Act mandate determination (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of building department fees for Olympia Road stormwater pump work (unanimous)
• Granted temporary wine/malt license to New England Beekeeping Supplies for Marshfield Fair (unanimous)
• Granted temporary wine/malt license to Marshfield Hills General Store for North River Festival of Arts (unanimous)
• Granted temporary entertainment licenses for North River Arts Society, Circus Smirkus, and Friends of Marshfield Animal Shelter concerts (all unanimous)
• Accepted donations to Council on Aging, Veterans Services, Ventress Library, and Animal Control (all unanimous)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will meet at 6:30 PM to discuss items being considered at the upcoming Special and Annual Town Meeting. The board will also address any other matters not anticipated 48 hours in advance. The meeting will be held in the Guidance Office Conference Room at Marshfield High School.

Meeting *MEETING CANCELLED*

The Marshfield Select Board meeting scheduled for April 28, 2025, at Marshfield High School was cancelled. The agenda included discussion of Town Meeting articles and other items, but no decisions were made due to the cancellation.

Select Board

The Select Board voted unanimously to recess the April 28 Special and Annual Town Meetings after non-financial articles, postponing votes on key budget articles (STM Articles 2 and 6; ATM Articles 2, 3, 4, and 7) to a recessed meeting on June 2, 2025. The delay aims to allow transparent discussion on funding the South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School budget. The board also approved an annual peddler's license for Plymouth Party Food Truck and indefinitely postponed Article 5 on solar canopies.

• Unanimous vote to recess Town Meeting and defer financial articles to June 2, 2025
• Approved annual peddler's license for Plymouth Party Food Truck
• Indefinitely postponed Special Town Meeting Article 5 (solar canopies)
• Discussed citizen's petition Article 11 on parking in the BRVO district
• Interim Town Administrator Peter Morin proposed postponing budget votes for transparency on SSRVTHS funding

The Select Board voted unanimously to recess the April 28 Special and Annual Town Meetings after non-financial articles and reconvene on June 2, 2025, to vote on financial articles, including the South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School budget. The board also approved an annual peddler's license for Plymouth Party Food Truck and indefinitely postponed Special Town Meeting Article 5 (solar canopies).

• Approved annual peddler's license for Plymouth Party Food Truck (unanimous)
• Voted to recess April 28 Town Meetings and reconvene June 2 for financial articles (unanimous)
• Approved press release regarding the recess vote (unanimous)
• Indefinitely postponed Special Town Meeting Article 5 (solar canopies) (unanimous)

Select Board

The Select Board will hold an executive session to discuss collective bargaining and contract negotiations, then take action on several items including a separation agreement with the Town Administrator, appointment of an interim Town Administrator, and a temporary procurement officer. Other votes include seasonal beach hires, a deed for Adelaide Way Lot 1, a license agreement with Eversource for Library Plaza, and a renewal of an earth removal permit for Biagini Inc.

• Execution of Separation Agreement with Town Administrator
• Discussion and Potential Vote on Appointment of Interim Town Administrator
• Discussion and Vote to Accept and Sign Deed of 'LOT 1' of Adelaide Way
• Discussion and Vote to Approve and Sign License Agreement with Eversource Energy for Library Plaza, 1837 Ocean Street
• Discussion and Vote on Renewal of Earth Removal Permit for Parcel F12-02-02 – Biagini Inc.

The Select Board voted 2-1 to approve a separation agreement ending Town Administrator Michael Maresco's employment, providing 3 months wages and 3 months severance. The board also unanimously appointed Peter Morin as Interim Town Administrator and Temporary Procurement Officer for up to four months. Several routine approvals were made, including seasonal beach hires, assistant harbormasters, and various permits and licenses.

• Approved separation agreement with Town Administrator Michael Maresco (2-1)
• Appointed Peter Morin as Interim Town Administrator and Temporary Procurement Officer (3-0)
• Approved seasonal beach hires submitted by Marshfield Beaches (3-0)
• Approved annual Assistant Harbormasters and Shellfish Constables appointments (3-0)
• Approved ethics disclosures for Airport Commissioner Paul Van Kauwenberg (3-0)
• Accepted deed to Lot 1, Adelaide Way from Titan Premier Homes (3-0)
• Approved licensing agreement with Eversource for 1837 Ocean Street (3-0)
• Renewed annual earth removal permit for Biagini, Inc. at parcel F12-02-02 (3-0)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a remote special meeting on April 9, 2025. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss the reputation, character, or discipline of the Town Administrator, and to conduct strategy sessions for contract negotiations with that nonunion personnel.

• Executive session to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health of an individual (Town Administrator)
• Executive session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel (Town Administrator)

The Select Board met in executive session to discuss a personnel matter concerning the Town Administrator. The board voted unanimously to enter and later close the session, with no decisions made public.

• Unanimous vote to enter executive session regarding Town Administrator (3-0)
• Unanimous vote to close executive session and adjourn (3-0)

Joint Hearing

The Marshfield Select Board and Advisory Board will hold a joint public hearing on April 1, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Town Hall Select Board Chamber. The meeting will be conducted in hybrid format, allowing both in-person and remote attendance via Zoom or local cable channels. The primary action is a vote to move to the joint public hearing to review the Special and Annual Town Meeting warrants.

• Hybrid meeting format (in-person and remote via Zoom)
• Vote to move to joint public hearing on town meeting warrants
• Meeting accessible via Verizon Channel 35 and Comcast Channel 15

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will discuss and vote on appointing Chris Rohland and Vincent Fallacara to the Advisory Board. This is a special remote meeting held via Zoom.

• Appointment of Chris Rohland to the Advisory Board
• Appointment of Vincent Fallacara to the Advisory Board

The Marshfield Select Board unanimously appointed Christopher Rohland and Vincent Fallacara to the Advisory Board after each candidate answered questions about their qualifications and goals. Both appointments were approved by a 3-0 roll call vote. The meeting was brief and entirely procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Appointed Christopher Rohland to the Advisory Board (3-0)
• Appointed Vincent Fallacara to the Advisory Board (3-0)

Joint Hearing

The Select Board and Advisory Board will hold a joint public hearing to review the Special and Annual Town Meeting warrants. The meeting will be conducted in person and remotely via Zoom.

• Vote to move to joint public hearing with Advisory Board
• Review of Special and Annual Town Meeting warrants

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a public hearing on Verizon's cable license renewal and vote on the FY2026 budget article, special town meeting warrant articles, and multiple seasonal license renewals for fuel storage and alcohol sales. The board will also consider requests for beach field trips, a bike event, and a temporary liquor license.

• Public hearing on Verizon New England Inc. cable television license renewal at 6:45 PM
• Discussion and vote on FY2026 Budget Article #3 with changes
• Discussion and vote on Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles
• Vote on 2025 fuel storage license renewals for 18 locations including Roht Marine, Speedway, and Marshfield Municipal Airport
• Vote on 2025 seasonal alcohol license renewals for Hubbard's Cupboard, The Point Restaurant, and others

The Select Board unanimously approved a five-year renewal of Verizon's cable television license, keeping the PEG access support at 4% of gross annual revenues and providing $60,000 in capital over the term. The board also appointed Suzanne Allmendinger to the Cultural Council, approved field trip requests from Wellesley Public Schools, and authorized the 2025 Bike MS Cape Cod Getaway route through town. The meeting included an executive session for nonunion personnel negotiations and a lengthy Town Administrator report covering various town operations.

• Approved 5-year Verizon cable license renewal (3-0)
• Appointed Suzanne Allmendinger to Cultural Council (3-0)
• Approved Wellesley Public Schools beach field trips (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Bike MS Cape Cod Getaway route through Marshfield (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on several action items, including authorizing bonds for the Plymouth Avenue Pump Station, setting voting hours for the May 3, 2025 local election, and approving the warrant for election of town officers. Other items include a parking permit renewal for Green Harbor Lobster Pound, a debt exclusion for South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School, and a letter to the legislature supporting remote meeting options. The board will also consider accepting a $2,500 kayak rack donation for Marshfield Beaches and five donations for Veterans' Services, plus a temporary liquor license extension for Brant Rock Ocean Café.

• Authorization for bonds for the Clean Water Trust interim loan for the Plymouth Avenue Pump Station
• Vote on voting hours for the May 3, 2025 local election
• Debt exclusion language for South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School
• Acceptance of a kayak rack donation valued at $2,500 for Marshfield Beaches
• Temporary extension of licensed premises for Brant Rock Ocean Café on March 15, 2025

The Select Board approved the warrant for the May 3, 2025 town election (2-1), but immediately rescinded the vote (3-0) after a member raised concerns about missing written documentation from Town Counsel and the Elections Division regarding the Housing Authority reorganization. The item was effectively tabled. Other actions included approving a $2,500 kayak rack donation for Rexhame Beach, setting election polling hours from 9am to 4pm, and approving a temporary one-day liquor/entertainment license extension for Brant Rock Ocean Café on March 15, 2025, pending multiple department sign-offs.

• Approved election warrant for May 3, 2025 (2-1), then rescinded vote (3-0) — effectively tabled
• Set annual town election polling hours: 9:00am to 4:00pm (3-0)
• Approved $2,500 kayak rack donation from Godding family for Rexhame Beach (3-0)
• Approved temporary one-day license extension for Brant Rock Ocean Café on March 15, 2025, pending multiple department approvals (3-0)
• Indefinitely postponed 'Rules and Regulations for Use of Town Property' policy (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a letter from the state regarding noncompliance with Section 3A of the MBTA Zoning Act, and vote on an unfunded mandate determination. Action items include accepting the Open Space and Recreation Plan, a Local Initiative Project Policy, a warrant article for voluntary donations on tax bills for elderly/disabled residents, and several other permissions and appointments.

• Discussion on MBTA Zoning Act noncompliance letter from Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities
• Vote on unfunded mandate determination by State Auditor
• Vote to accept draft Open Space and Recreation Plan
• Vote to accept Local Initiative Project Policy for Marshfield (LIPP)
• Vote on warrant article for voluntary donations on tax bills for elderly/disabled residents

The Select Board voted 2-1 to ask the State Auditor for an unfunded mandate determination for Marshfield regarding the MBTA Communities Act, and to request state funding or an exemption from compliance. The board also voted 2-1 to accept the Open Space & Recreation Plan with changes. The meeting included public comment opposing a proposed 40B development at 89 Forge Lane.

• Approved Open Space & Recreation Plan 2024-2031 with changes (2-1)
• Voted to ask State Auditor for unfunded mandate determination on MBTA Communities Act (2-1)
• Voted to ask state legislators to seek funding or make compliance optional for Marshfield (2-1)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will meet on February 24, 2025, to discuss and vote on several key items, including the draft Open Space and Recreation Plan, the Local Initiative Project Policy (LIPP), and a draft warrant article for voluntary tax donations for elderly or disabled residents. The board will also review rules for town property use and consider appointments and donations.

• Vote to accept draft Open Space and Recreation Plan
• Vote to accept Local Initiative Project Policy (LIPP)
• Vote to accept draft warrant article for voluntary tax donations for elderly or disabled residents
• Introduction of 'Rules and Regulations for Use of Town Property' to be voted on March 10, 2025
• Vote on acceptance of donation of 4 plaques for Plymouth County Commissioners

The Select Board voted 2-1 to ask the State Auditor for an unfunded mandate determination for Marshfield regarding the MBTA Communities Act, and also voted 2-1 to ask state legislators to seek funding or make compliance optional. The board had previously voted unanimously not to submit an action plan, and the town received a non-compliance letter from the state. The board also approved the Open Space & Recreation Plan 2-1 with changes, and heard public opposition to a proposed 40B development at 89 Forge Lane.

• Approved asking State Auditor for unfunded mandate determination on MBTA Communities Act (2-1)
• Approved asking state legislators to seek funding or make compliance optional for Marshfield (2-1)
• Approved Open Space & Recreation Plan 2024-2031 with changes (2-1)
• Voted unanimously to open meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on two action items: approving a letter to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, and approving deficit spending for the Snow and Ice Account.

• Vote to approve and sign letter to Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities
• Vote to approve deficit spending on Snow and Ice Account

The Select Board voted 2-1 to approve and send a letter to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities detailing the town's affordable housing efforts, following two failed MBTA Communities Act zoning votes. The board also voted 3-0 to allow the Department of Public Works to deficit spend on the Snow and Ice Account for fiscal year 2025.

• Approved letter to Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities detailing town's affordable housing achievements (2-1)
• Approved deficit spending on Snow and Ice Account for FY2025 under MGL Ch.44 §31D (3-0)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting on February 10, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items, including the sale of a town property to South Shore Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing, the 2025 Action Plan for MBTA Communities, and contract amendments. The meeting will also include public comments and appointments to various boards.

• Vote to sell portion of 1929 Main Street, Parcel D18-02-05, to South Shore Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing
• Discussion and vote on 2025 Action Plan for MBTA Communities
• Discussion and vote to sign amendment to Treasurer Collector Shaun Strobel’s contract for additional responsibilities
• Discussion and vote on request to utilize Brant Rock Beach for Braintree Public Schools field trip on June 2, 2025
• Introduction of Local Initiative Project Policy for Marshfield (LIP) to be reviewed and voted on February 24, 2025

The Select Board voted 3-0 to table a discussion of an investigation into the DPW's appropriation of $120,000 for the Bridle Path project. The board also accepted a final ARPA check for $706,908.28 from Plymouth County, approved a change of manager for Roche Bros. supermarket, and discussed the MBTA Communities Action Plan without taking a vote.

• Tabled Board Discussion of investigation into DPW's $120,000 Bridle Path appropriation (3-0)
• Approved change of Manager of Record for Roche Bros. from Lawrence Baxter to John Elliott, pending CORI (3-0)
• Accepted final ARPA check of $706,908.28 from Plymouth County
• Amended meeting agenda to include vote on Town Administrator's financial disclosure (3-0)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting to discuss and vote on several key items, including the sale of town land for affordable housing, the 2025 MBTA Communities Action Plan, and a $120,000 appropriation for the Bridle Path Project. The agenda also includes votes on contract amendments, donations, temporary liquor licenses, and appointments to local boards.

• Vote on selling 1929 Main Street parcel to South Shore Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing
• Vote on 2025 Action Plan for MBTA Communities
• Vote to approve $120,000 appropriation for Bridle Path Project
• Vote to sign contract amendment for Treasurer-Collector Shaun Strobel’s additional responsibilities
• Vote on two temporary liquor licenses for North River Arts Society

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a remote special meeting to vote on accepting the FY26 Budget as presented by Town Administrator Michael Maresco during the January 21 and January 27, 2025 meetings.

• Vote to accept FY26 Budget as presented by Town Administrator Michael Maresco

The Select Board voted 2-1 to approve the FY2026 budget of $119,926,729 as presented on January 21 and 27, 2025. The budget includes a 3% increase for schools; the dissenting member cited concerns about school staffing and contract negotiations. The budget will now be filed with the Advisory Board for their review.

• Approved FY2026 budget of $119,926,729 (2-1)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss and vote on several action items, including contracts for the MSBA Martinson Roof Project, a Small Cell Wireless Facilities Policy, and the creation of a Procurement Officer position. The board will also review appointments, public comments, and town administrator reports.

• Authorization for BANs for the MSBA Martinson Roof Project
• Approval of Small Cell Wireless Facilities Policy
• Amendment to Treasurer Collector’s Contract to add Revenue Manager role
• Creation of Procurement Officer Position for the Town
• Film Permit Application - Alternative Reality Television, LLC

The Select Board unanimously approved an annual all-alcohol restaurant license for EZ & Bravo, Inc. dba Don Bravo Mexican Grill at 57 Snow Road #30. The board also heard a detailed report from the Town Administrator about a break-in at the DPW transfer station and a controversial $120,000 water study related to the Bridal Path development. No public comment was received.

• Approved annual all-alcohol restaurant license for Don Bravo Mexican Grill (unanimous)
• Heard Town Administrator's report on DPW transfer station break-in and theft of cash/checks (under police investigation)
• Discussed Town Administrator's recommendation to add Bridal Path water study investigation to Feb. 10 agenda (no vote taken)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting on January 21, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the Town Hall Select Board Chamber, with remote participation via Zoom and broadcast on local cable channels. The meeting includes an executive session for contract negotiations, public comments, and a presentation of the FY26 budget by Michael A. Maresco.

• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and remote participation options
• Executive session for contract negotiations with nonunion personnel (Treasurer Collector)
• Public comments limited to 15 minutes
• FY26 budget presentation by Michael A. Maresco

The Select Board heard a presentation from Town Administrator Michael Maresco on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget, covering revenues, expenses, and challenges. No decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only, with discussion focused on state aid reliance, fixed costs, and future capital projects like the South Shore Regional Vocational Technical High School. The board adjourned without taking any votes on the budget.

• No substantive decisions made; meeting was informational only

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on accepting a deed for 829 Main Street for water protection purposes, as approved at the December 2024 Special Town Meeting under Article #24. This is the only action item on the agenda.

• Discussion and vote to approve acceptance of deed for 829 Main Street for water protection purposes

The Select Board voted 3-0 to accept a deed for 829 Old Main Street Extension on behalf of the Board of Public Works for water protection purposes, as approved at the December 16, 2024 Special Town Meeting. The meeting was brief, lasting from 2:00 to 2:36 p.m., and no executive session was held.

• Accepted deed for 829 Old Main Street Extension for water protection (3-0)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will discuss and vote on opening the Special Town Meeting warrant on February 18, 2025, and closing it on February 28, 2025. The board will also vote on a seasonal population estimate and consider accepting donations for Animal Control, Ventress Memorial Library, and the Council on Aging. Appointments include a change of DBA for Brant Rock Ocean Café and a presentation on the Community Electricity program.

• Vote to open (Feb 18) and close (Feb 28) Special Town Meeting warrant
• Vote on seasonal population estimate
• Vote on accepting 2 donations for Animal Control
• Vote on accepting 1 donation for Ventress Memorial Library
• Vote on accepting 1 donation for Council on Aging

The Select Board voted 2-0 to approve a seasonal population estimate of 47,000 for 2024, an increase of about 17,000 from the year-round population. The board also approved a change of DBA for Brant Rock Ocean Café from Haddad's Ocean Café to 291 Ocean Street, conditional on correcting the business address. A presentation on the Marshfield Community Electricity Program renewal was given, and the Town Administrator delivered the annual State of the Town address. The Special Town Meeting warrant was opened for submission from February 18 to February 28, 2025, with the meeting set for April 28, 2025.

• Approved seasonal population estimate of 47,000 for 2024 (2-0)
• Approved change of DBA for Brant Rock Ocean Café, Inc. to 291 Ocean Street, conditional on address correction (2-0)
• Opened Special Town Meeting warrant for submission Feb 18–Feb 28, 2025, meeting April 28, 2025 (2-0)
• Accepted $50 donation from Jenna Boshans for Animal Control (2-0)
• Accepted $100 donation from Penny Fullen for Animal Control (2-0)

Select Board

The Marshfield Select Board will hold a hybrid public meeting on January 3, 2025, at 11:00 AM, accessible in person or via Zoom. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss a potential Fire Chief contract, followed by an open session where the board will vote on the contract.

• Vote on potential Fire Chief contract

The Select Board voted 2-1 to approve a three-year contract for Fire Chief Michael LaSelva, effective January 3, 2025 through December 31, 2028. The vote followed an executive session for contract negotiations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved three-year contract for Fire Chief Michael LaSelva (2-1)