15th. >> Good afternoon. I'm now going to call the Wednesday, October 15, 2025 meeting of the Northolk County Commission to order. I'm going to read the order on remote participation. On March 28th, 2025, Governor Healey signed into law
House Bill 62, an act relative to extending certain CO 19 measures adopted during the state of emergency, which include a two-year extension of the option for public bodies to hold remote meetings by suspending certain
provisions of the open meeting law. That's Mass General Law, chapters 30A, sections 18 to 25. That action was effective immediately extending current options for remote meetings through June
30th, 2027. We're live and remote today. So if you join me in saluting the flag to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic, one nation under God, indivisible, with
justice for all. Thank you. call to water call the rule. Commissioner Sty, I am pleased to be here. >> Commissioner Collins here. Commissioner Shay is here. We have a quorum. There's no executive session today, so that's
good. Number four, minutes. We've got three sets of minutes. This first one is open session meeting of October 1st. >> We held the meeting minutes of October 1st until Commissioner Stat. Um I I
didn't have a problem. >> Okay. Um I'll second your motion. >> Motion made in second on the minutes of October 1st. All in favor? >> I This is a vote number two. Open session meeting of October 8th. >> I'll I'll make the motion. >> Commissioner Collins.
>> Can I second? I have to abstain on the vote, but I can second the motion. I'll second. >> Yes. >> Okay. On the minutes of October 8th, motion made and seconded. All in favor? I >> it is a vote >> in the executive session minutes of
October 8th. >> I'll make the motion on that. >> Okay. Again, I'll I'll second from >> to be released only u when the chair so declares. >> Okay. Number five. >> Yeah. You have to vote on the executive
session executive. >> I'm sorry. Executive session meeting of October 8th. Yeah. All in favor? I >> abstain and hold the release. Okay. Okay. That is a vote. >> Number five, we have an appointment with the
Alzheimer's Association of Massachusetts to discuss their annual walk. >> Uh Mr. Chairman, I'll yield the chair. Uh but briefly, um the our friends at the Alzheimer's Association to whom you've given an ARP award several years ago of $127,000 over the last several years have expended the funds according
to the terms of the agreement. Uh we've gotten some updates from time to time and it's it is the season for Alzheimer's awareness and fundraising. Diana uh Griffin and her colleague would like to come in today, talk to you folks a little bit about the program. Say hello. Come on up.
>> Come up here ladies. >> So thank you for the time today. I know you got a pretty robust agenda. Um I did want to bring um materials with your logo on it just so you can see. I have been keeping folks updated. Um I somewhat inherited uh the ARPA grant. Um
this is in I believe the third year. >> That's correct. >> Um so uh this is my first year with the walk to end Alzheimer's for Napansa Valley and South Coast. Um but also I have a long-standing history with the Alzheimer's Association as I was previously the marketing director at the host venue in Patriot Place. So um very
very familiar with the walk itself and the great work that the commissioner's office had been doing um in partnership and now I'm on the other side um of things. So, uh, the walk is this Sunday. Um, it begins, the site opens at 8:15 a.m. And we expect, um, a little over 1,000 walkers targeting probably around
1300 given, um, the weather. So, and, uh, it doesn't hurt that the team is in first place in the AFC East. So, >> um, >> and they're on the road though. They're on the road. >> They're on the road against Titans. So there you go. So it'll be a very very good day for folks that maybe aren't traveling with the team and things like
that and a great day out for families to gather and to support this very worthwhile cause. >> Um >> I don't know if you have any >> What time is the walk on Sunday? >> So uh the site opens at 8:15 a.m. The uh promise garden ceremony is um at 9:15 and the walk itself will start at 9:30
>> cuz kickoff's 1:00. >> Yep. So plenty of time. If folks want to go home, if they want to stick around, they can do that as well. There is a viewing party event the team's hosting after our walk. So, uh, for anybody that would would like to stick around, they can do that. But they do have the ability to get home in time, if you will, to catch the game. So,
>> and just to say thank you so much for your support. It really has made a huge difference. And, um, it will continue beyond, you know, the life of Grant as well to have an impact. So, we really are very grateful and um it's really
helped to to lift um the um the awareness um of what we do and um this disease. So, we're very grateful to you. With me coming in in April, um we were able to use the grant funds to work um which is and advertise the walk in areas
in Northfor County that we wouldn't necessarily be um able to do um in the past, which has been very very nice. a tough point and I was saying to Jenny earlier when prepping for the meeting, Northfor County is my county. I'm born and raised in Foxboro, grew up there. So, um it means a lot to me to to hit those communities and towns. Um in terms
of what the Alzheimer's Association um is there to do and um and while we're fundraising and we're focusing on the money right now, right, um it's all about the programs and services that we have available as a result of this hard work. Um, and it's certainly been enlightening for me, um, working with
the association and seeing just how many people >> Who was the fellow I saw? Was it JC? That his name was >> JC still with you guys or >> he's moved on. Yes, >> that was the most random meeting just talk about timing. I was at breakfast
for the Valley Chamber of Commerce. He was there just all the things >> and here we are all supporting you. >> Yes. still members. Um I worked with JC for over almost 14 years um with the walk and and you know his time there and
and with the association and things like that. >> He was very committed and the cause um and the mission were very close to his heart. >> We have extend our >> I will I do we do get in touch with >> so much progress is being made now with Alzheimer's too. It's really heartening to see. I mean, I know it's a it's a
hard thing, but there's so much progress that seems to be making medication and treatment, and we're we're getting there. >> Yes. And we've just released some results, uh, a study called the US Pointer Study, which is all about
prevention. And so, we're, you know, um, really starting to roll that into our messaging as well. It's early days, but we're working hard on that front as well. and things moving pretty fast. So, it is very exciting time. So, we keep our fingers crossed.
>> We would love to invite you to come out to the walk if folks were available um on Sunday, but certainly know that schedules are tough, but we'd love to see you if >> it's a special day for this commissioner. I have to see what my family has planned, but uh you never know, maybe I'll escape and duck away,
you know, right trip, >> you know, but thanks. Thank you for the event, though. >> Yeah. And um we will certainly follow up with the group as well and let you guys know how we make out with the walk day. Um you know fundraising does not end on walk day. It does continue through the end of the calendar year as well. We do have just some unbelievable committed
families, teams, supporters >> um that will continue to fund raise after the walk itself um through the end of the year. So we'll keep you updated on that as well. >> Yes. >> I think our target date was uh sort of mid November to send you an update if that works for you. >> That'd be great. Thank you. So this is number three. Yeah, number three.
>> Yeah, number three. That's right. Crazy, huh? That's fine. >> Right through. Thank you very much. >> Okay, there you go. >> What is that? The poster. >> Yeah. So, this was just um some print materials that we have, walk poster and rack cards that were distributed again
throughout North County. Um, we were able through the grant this year, I can speak to this year, um, uh, outdoor advertising in the Northfor County, um, as well as some digital advertisements that were served through county zip codes, um, and then, uh, local print, local publications, um, because they're still strong in North County, even
though newspaper is getting tough. Um, we're still seeing quite a bit of folks, um, and some some pubs that we could advertise in. So, >> how are you? >> Thank you so much. Good luck. You're going to leave that. >> I'm going to leave these for you. Yes. >> Okay. Yeah, great. >> Thank you.
>> Thank you very much. >> Item number six, public comment. Every week in our meetings, we have public comment. If you have a public comment and you're on the Zoom are present, now is the time for the public comment.
>> Director Cronin, did you hear from anyone who has public comment? >> No, sir. >> Did you want to deal with John now or at the end? >> Oh, the whole >> um you know, I don't know that it's necessary for John to stay the whole
meeting. I mean, he's moving off. I think maybe you're correct. Um, we're going to take one item. Actually, it's not on the agenda, so maybe public comment is the proper way to handle it. We invited John Vignoni over because
um John is retiring in the month of October. I don't know the date, John. You told me 10 times, but I still >> Right. >> Okay. I knew it was coming for a long time. John has uh 19 years.
with us and 19 years in the public uh building part of our operation. He's been like the number two man. Um John brought a reputation with him which preceded him in the city of Quinsey, but he's lived up to his reputation and uh
we're sorry to see him go after 19 years. I know that uh his wife recently retired from the Commonwealth, so he probably wants to stay home with his wife, but I don't. I'm only guessing. >> Yes, >> that's part of it. Yes. >> All the daily.
>> Yes. The commissioner knows my wife's family. Really good. Uh my father-in-law was a a captain for Quincy Police. >> Oh. Um but I'd like to thank the demissioners for giving me the opportunity to have 19 plus years
working for North County. It's probably the best job I've ever had and I appreciate it. I also want to thank the dedicated group of maintenance employees who keep the county courouses and
buildings in good condition. And also, just so the commissioners know, I've been working with um Chick Cushing uh in the last month, and I believe that he's going to do a good job, and I believe he's the person, the
right choice for uh taking over my responsibilities. So, thank you again, Commissioners, Director Coin. Um >> thank you. I appreciate um everything you've done. missions.
>> John, I just want to say what we were saying a little before we we went on the air, but uh uh I think we'll all agree that you're you're a gentleman. You know, all the dealings I've had with you, myself, always very professional. Uh never an unkind word. You're always
very straightforward, honest, and looking for ways to help and resolve any situation that come up. Uh those are great characteristics. Those are great attributes for any leader, and you're going to be sorely missed. But obviously I I'm sure all of us wish you the very best of luck. >> Thank you very much.
>> A pleasure to meet you and work with you. I mean it. >> Thank you. I appreciate it. >> John, it's been a joy to work. >> Thank you, Commissioner Collins. >> Thank you for your vote originally uh with Commissioner Gillis and uh
Commissioner O'Brien. I appreciate it. >> Thank you. >> All right, Sean. Good luck. I'm sure we'll see >> around. Thank you. >> Yeah. Thanks for everything. We'll see you again, I'm sure. Thank you. Appreciate. All the best. Thank
goodness. >> See you on campus. >> Number seven, old business. I don't have any old business. Number eight, personal mails for consideration. Commissioner, do you have your list yet? >> I do indeed. Um, I'll move the following
for uh approval at this meeting of October 15 at the North County Agricultural High School notice of position change for Thomas Lombardi as cafeteria worker at the rate stated effective date 10165. So moved.
>> Second. Motion made and seconded. All in favor? >> I. It is a vote next >> move approval on notice of rate change for Frederick Burnernhard as long-term soft instructor at the rate effective 10:1525. So moved. >> Second. Motion made and seconded. All in favor? >> It is a vote. Next
>> approval in order to change from flat rate to group staff for Steven Mayor. Hope I get that right. Mah school finance grant associate at the rate stated at the fixed 125. So moved. >> Second. Made and seconded. All in favor? I and the last one at the Aggie school
notice of move approval and notice of change from flat rate to group step for Sarah Hinckley as a 10-month main offer clerk uh at the rate stated effective date 9125 so moved >> second motion made and seconded all in favor I >> thanks next please
>> that the registry of deeds I move approval of notice of promotion for Anna Maria Pito the second assistant register at the rate stated and the effective date will take fate take place 11325. So moved >> second. Motion made and seconded. All in
favor? >> It is a vote. >> Also note a notice of absence. >> A note a note a note of a leave of absence effective 92525 um in accordance with our bond procedure. The name is withheld.
>> Second. >> Motion made and seconded. All in favor. >> Do you want me to read the five of them? That goes on to the next page. >> Oh, >> that's yeah school. But sure. >> At the Aggie school, we note uh the following milestone milestones. Uh Diane
Spain uh in 30 years of service. Um Casey Butler is entering her 15th year of service. Seth Fierro 15th year of service. Jessica Mcarry 15 years service. And Samuel Stupac 15 years
service. Congratulations to all of those. instructors and people at the AI school. >> I believe it's all I had. >> Okay. >> Thank you. >> Number nine, payroll and expense marsh for approval.
>> All right, Mr. Chairman, I move the following at the warrant list of 101525. We have four items. First, 26-15 payroll of the county. Move the sum 149,928.50. So moved. Second motion made second. All
in favor? >> Second item 26-158 payroll to school. Move the sum $410,134.80. So move >> second. Motion made and seconded. All in favor as a vote. >> Next.
>> Third. Uh 10-326. Move the expense for the county the sum 1,146,37241. So moved. Second. Motion made and seconded. All in favor? I. It is a vote. >> And the last one move for the expense of
the school 20-26-04A the sum $144,426.16. >> Second motion made second. All in favor? >> That concludes that >> 10 up for transfer request. Director Kron. >> Uh good afternoon, Commissioner. We have
no action on this item this week as we're awaiting the return of a check from the town of Norwood upon which we will position and put forward to the commissioners reconsideration of those funds when they arrive. So hopefully next week.
Okay. Number 11, report from procurement department bid openings and contract awards. We have none today. >> Nothing today. >> Nothing today. Number 12, report of the county director. >> Few items, Mr. Chairman. First to alert
folks, we will begin tree work in the municipal lot across the street in the next week or two. Our facilities department has been working with a vendor to trim down and out uh many of the trees in that lot. Uh frankly, in preparation for um resurfacing of that
lot next spring. Um, so we have cleared this uh project with the town of Denim and we'll proceed on the schedule that the uh tree work company will bring to us hopefully in the next week or two. Uh, hiring update the RSCP coordinated position is posted on our website as
well as on Indeed. And just a quick update on the HR director. We've completed um our second round of interviews for two candidates. Um, we're working with one preferred candidate at this time. We haven't gotten an answer yet. Um, we do have uh at least one other candidate that we might have to
look at. So, we're nearing the end of the process. Uh, hopefully have an update from you by this time next week. That's all I have this week. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. >> Thank you. Any other further questions from the county director? Yes, >> if I could commission maybe maybe just
for you, Mr. Chairman, of course. Anything new on the uh charging stations? >> No. >> No. Last contact I had with the gentleman was about a month ago. Okay. >> And he said, "We're in the waiting pattern. I'll call you." >> Okay. >> Nothing. >> And the other thing was uh I discussed
maybe something with the chief to help out the blood program that that ambulance, >> right? That's kind of linked to that ars issue. >> Okay. That's what I thought. >> Yeah. Uh we have not made any invitations. You had asked for um some presence on October 22nd, >> right?
>> Um I was going to reach out to you on return this week to discuss the timing of that given the fact that I don't have the money. until we get that. >> Okay. So, >> that's, you know, we >> can schedule that as soon as I hear. Oh, they >> the town of Norwood has um remitted the payment as of October 7th, so it should
be hitting like any minute. Not >> Sounds good. >> We're not expecting. >> Let's get Noah squared away and then I would say >> Yeah. And then we have to do some >> Okay. >> program work. >> Great. >> Do you know how much? >> I don't off the top of my head until we get it. Okay. All right. >> Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you.
>> Okay. Okay. Number 13, emergency topics. The chair did not reasonably anticipate would be discussed. I have none. Is there anything else? I just want to thank you for that vote. She's a good person. She's going to be I
know she's going to be a great for the registry. She's been with you for a while. >> Thank you for doing that. >> 52 years. >> Yeah. All right. >> I know that. I thought I was saying that >> that must be the record. >> There you go. All right. Take care. You're welcome.
>> That is a long time. That's what you said. >> I don't have anything else. I've got 2:00 that I'm going to observe a proceeding next door in the superior court about uh a group of Quinsey citizens that took
the city clerk and the board registars to court over an issue petition signatures. be welcome to join me in watching it, but uh I was going to go over it, but Bill told me he can get it on there. So,
we need a motion to adjourn. I'm sorry. >> I think the clock is off a little bit, but >> I can commissioner. >> I have it right here in front of me. It's back to American time. So, I move I move we adjourn at it. 122.
>> Second. Motion to adjourn. All in favor I. This meeting is adjourned at 82. Thank you very much.