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December 8, 2021
27 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Meeting video · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: David Nadeau, Cathy Biliouris
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enters into Executive Session to conduct Collective Bargaining Session with the Highway Union & this will be an Executive Session because this may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining of...
2) Selectboard enters into Executive Session to conduct Collective Bargaining Session with the Highway Union & this will be an Executive Session because this may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining of the Public Body & will Reconvene in Open Session at 7:00 p.m. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“2) Selectboard enters into Executive Session to conduct Collective Bargaining Session with the Highway Union & this will be an Executive Session because this may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining of the Public Body & will Reconvene in Open Session at 7:00 p.m. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Nadeau, second: Biliouris)
Returns to Open Session at 7:03 p.m
3) Selectboard returns to Open Session at 7:03 p.m. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“3) Selectboard returns to Open Session at 7:03 p.m. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Nadeau, second: Biliouris)
Approves minutes of October 21, 2021 as recorded
4) Selectboard approves minutes of October 21, 2021 as recorded. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“4) Selectboard approves minutes of October 21, 2021 as recorded. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves minutes of November 10, 2021, as recorded
5) Selectboard approves minutes of November 10, 2021, as recorded. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“5) Selectboard approves minutes of November 10, 2021, as recorded. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves Vendor Warrant #22-12 in the amount of $92,944.73, subject to further review
6) Selectboard approves Vendor Warrant #22-12 in the amount of $92,944.73, subject to further review. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“6) Selectboard approves Vendor Warrant #22-12 in the amount of $92,944.73, subject to further review. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves Payroll Warrant #22-12P in the amount of $67,431.40, subject to further review
7) Selectboard approves Payroll Warrant #22-12P in the amount of $67,431.40, subject to further review. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“7) Selectboard approves Payroll Warrant #22-12P in the amount of $67,431.40, subject to further review. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Keep the Liquor License Fees at their current rate & to reevaluate in 2022
8) Selectboard votes to keep the Liquor License Fees at their current rate & to reevaluate in 2022. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“8) Selectboard votes to keep the Liquor License Fees at their current rate & to reevaluate in 2022. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Nadeau, second: Biliouris)
Opens the Tax Classification Hearing at 7:15 p.m. on December 8, 2021
9) Selectboard opens the Tax Classification Hearing at 7:15 p.m. on December 8, 2021. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“9) Selectboard opens the Tax Classification Hearing at 7:15 p.m. on December 8, 2021. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Nadeau, second: Biliouris)
Closes the Tax Classification Hearing
10) Selectboard closes the Tax Classification Hearing. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“10) Selectboard closes the Tax Classification Hearing. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Nadeau, second: Biliouris)
In accordance with M.G.L. Ch. 40 Sec. 56 as amended, the percentage of local tax levy which shall be borne by each class of real & personal property relative to setting the fiscal year 2022 tax...
11) Selectmen vote in accordance with M.G.L. Ch. 40 Sec. 56 as amended, the percentage of local tax levy which shall be borne by each class of real & personal property relative to setting the fiscal year 2022 tax rate & sets the Residential factor at 1.0 with a corresponding CIP shift of 1.0 pending the approval of the Town's Annual Tax Recap by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“11) Selectmen vote in accordance with M.G.L. Ch. 40 Sec. 56 as amended, the percentage of local tax levy which shall be borne by each class of real & personal property relative to setting the fiscal year 2022 tax rate & sets the Residential factor at 1.0 with a corresponding CIP shift of 1.0 pending the approval of the Town's Annual Tax Recap by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Nadeau, second: Biliouris)
Approves & signs on 2022 ABCC Liquor License Renewal Certification Form
12) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 ABCC Liquor License Renewal Certification Form. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“12) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 ABCC Liquor License Renewal Certification Form. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 ABCC Seasonal Population Increase Estimation Form
13) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 ABCC Seasonal Population Increase Estimation Form. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“13) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 ABCC Seasonal Population Increase Estimation Form. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for the American Legion, Club License, All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages
14) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for the American Legion, Club License, All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“14) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for the American Legion, Club License, All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverages. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for the Ashby Market, Package Store, Wines & Malt Beverages
15) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for the Ashby Market, Package Store, Wines & Malt Beverages. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“15) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for the Ashby Market, Package Store, Wines & Malt Beverages. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for LowLow Convenience Store, Package Store, All Alcoholic Beverages
16) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for LowLow Convenience Store, Package Store, All Alcoholic Beverages. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“16) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for LowLow Convenience Store, Package Store, All Alcoholic Beverages. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for Smith Hill Tasting Room, Inc., Restaurant, All Alcoholic Beverages
17) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for Smith Hill Tasting Room, Inc., Restaurant, All Alcoholic Beverages. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“17) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Liquor License Renewal to expire 12/31/22 for Smith Hill Tasting Room, Inc., Restaurant, All Alcoholic Beverages. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Common Victualler's License Renewal for Ashby Market to expire on 12/31/22
18) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Common Victualler's License Renewal for Ashby Market to expire on 12/31/22. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“18) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Common Victualler's License Renewal for Ashby Market to expire on 12/31/22. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Common Victualler's License Renewal to expire on 12/31/22 & 2022 General (Video Games) License Renewal to expire on 12/31/22 for The American Legion
19) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Common Victualler's License Renewal to expire on 12/31/22 & 2022 General (Video Games) License Renewal to expire on 12/31/22 for The American Legion. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“19) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Common Victualler's License Renewal to expire on 12/31/22 & 2022 General (Video Games) License Renewal to expire on 12/31/22 for The American Legion. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Motor Vehicle License Class II Conditions Letter
20) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Motor Vehicle License Class II Conditions Letter. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“20) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Motor Vehicle License Class II Conditions Letter. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Additional Conditions Letter for Luxury for Less Auto Group, LP
21) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Additional Conditions Letter for Luxury for Less Auto Group, LP. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“21) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Additional Conditions Letter for Luxury for Less Auto Group, LP. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for B&Z Enterprises
22) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for B&Z Enterprises. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“22) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for B&Z Enterprises. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for G&M Automotive
23) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for G&M Automotive. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“23) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for G&M Automotive. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for Luxury for Less
24) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for Luxury for Less. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“24) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for Luxury for Less. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for Tracy's Auto Body & Sales
25) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for Tracy's Auto Body & Sales Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“25) Selectboard approves & signs on 2022 Class II Motor Vehicle License Renewal (including Class II Conditions) to expire 01/01/23 for Tracy's Auto Body & Sales Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approves & signs on IBPO, Local 385 Police Union Memorandum of Agreement with the addition of a clarification in Section 4 of Article 26 regarding Details that it will be the overtime rate of the...
26) Selectboard approves & signs on IBPO, Local 385 Police Union Memorandum of Agreement with the addition of a clarification in Section 4 of Article 26 regarding Details that it will be the overtime rate of the highest paid bargaining unit member. Board of Selectmen Minutes December 8, 2021 Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“26) Selectboard approves & signs on IBPO, Local 385 Police Union Memorandum of Agreement with the addition of a clarification in Section 4 of Article 26 regarding Details that it will be the overtime rate of the highest paid bargaining unit member. Board of Selectmen Minutes December 8, 2021 Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Not proceed with the Special Town Meeting on Saturday, December 11th
27) Selectboard votes to not proceed with the Special Town Meeting on Saturday, December 11th. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“27) Selectboard votes to not proceed with the Special Town Meeting on Saturday, December 11th. Motion: Dave Nadeau Seconded: Cathy Biliouris Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Nadeau, second: Biliouris)
Adjourn
28) Motion to adjourn at 8:48 p.m. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan
From the minutes
“28) Motion to adjourn at 8:48 p.m. Motion: Cathy Biliouris Seconded: Dave Nadeau Vote: CB/DN - Aye Unan.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
From the Ashby Selectboard’s official minutes, posted on the town’s Selectboard Meeting Agendas and Minutes page. We check every vote against the Selectboard members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Selectboard photos): Ashby MA Studio “Knowing Your Town” interviews — David Nadeau and Jessica Kallin (2026). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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