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Pembroke Select Board: 7/1/26
Published: Jul 1, 2026
Working Group to Review General Bylaw Mission Statement
The Select Board discussed the formation of a working group to tackle the General Bylaw Review Committee's mission statement. Steve Ciotti and Tracy Marino volunteered to be part of this working group. The board agreed that a working group would be more productive than debating the mission statement directly at the board meeting. The group is expected to report back within approximately two meetings.
Select Board Approves Annual Board Reappointments
The Select Board approved the annual board reappointments as listed on the public agenda. A motion was made to reappoint the slate of interested candidates, which was seconded and approved by the board.
Pembroke Appoints First Female Police Chief, Wendy LaPierre
Wendy LaPierre was sworn in as the first female Chief of Police for the Town of Pembroke. The ceremony was attended by various dignitaries including retired chiefs, the Plymouth County Sheriff, and chiefs from neighboring towns. Speeches highlighted LaPierre's qualifications, experience, and dedication over her 28 years of service, emphasizing her leadership qualities and the positive message her appointment sends to aspiring officers and young women. Her family, including husband Kevin, daughter Emma, and son Kyle, were acknowledged for their support.
Recycling Improvement Ideas Discussed; Old/New Business Reinstated on Agenda
A resident proposed improving recycling bin signage to make it easier for people to identify recyclable items. The estimated cost for 7,000 stickers is $15,000, with the option to roll out implementation in phases. Discussions about the recycling audit revealed a 34% contamination rate on day one, which decreased to 11-13% after removing a garden hose. The board discussed consolidating ideas from residents and the recycling committee to improve the recycling program, pending the full audit results. The issue of old and new business being removed from the agenda was also raised, with a consensus to reinstate it.
Select Board to Update Goals, Priorities, and Values via Working Group
The Select Board agreed to create a subcommittee to update existing goals and priorities, and also to update existing values. Steve Ciotti and Tracy Marino volunteered for this working group. The board decided to combine the discussion of goals, priorities, and values into a single working group due to their interconnectedness.
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