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March 30, 2022
15 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Attendance
Present: David Nadeau, Cathy Biliouris
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 21 (a)(2), to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct contract negotiations...
Town Administrator Motion by Cathy Biliouris to enter into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 21 (a)(2), to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel - Town Administrator David states that the Selectboard will be returning to open session. Roll call vote. Cathy yes, David yes. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Town Administrator Motion by Cathy Biliouris to enter into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 21 (a)(2), to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel - Town Administrator David states that the Selectboard will be returning to open session. Roll call vote. Cathy yes, David yes. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris)
Approve the minutes of November 19, 2021 meeting as written
Motion by Cathy to approve the minutes of November 19, 2021 meeting as written. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Motion by Cathy to approve the minutes of November 19, 2021 meeting as written. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approve the minutes of January 13, 2022 meeting as written
Motion by Cathy to approve the minutes of January 13, 2022 meeting as written. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Motion by Cathy to approve the minutes of January 13, 2022 meeting as written. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approve the minutes of February 16, 2022 as written
Motion by Cathy to approve the minutes of February 16, 2022 as written. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Motion by Cathy to approve the minutes of February 16, 2022 as written. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approve payroll warrant W22-20P in the amount of $73,917.86
Selectboard approves W22-20P payroll warrant Motion by Cathy to approve payroll warrant W22-20P in the amount of $73,917.86. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Selectboard approves W22-20P payroll warrant Motion by Cathy to approve payroll warrant W22-20P in the amount of $73,917.86. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approve vendor warrant W22-20 in the amount of $92,499.27
Selectboard approves W22-20 vendor warrant Motion to approve vendor warrant W22-20 in the amount of $92,499.27. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Selectboard approves W22-20 vendor warrant Motion to approve vendor warrant W22-20 in the amount of $92,499.27. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (second: Nadeau)
Approve recommendation of Council on Aging Board to appoint Lisa Lavargna as part-time Council on Aging Direct, not to exceed 19 hours per week
Aging Director Motion by Cathy to approve recommendation of Council on Aging Board to appoint Lisa Lavargna as part-time Council on Aging Direct, not to exceed 19 hours per week. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Aging Director Motion by Cathy to approve recommendation of Council on Aging Board to appoint Lisa Lavargna as part-time Council on Aging Direct, not to exceed 19 hours per week. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Appoint Daniel Walker as part-time Broadcast Technician, not to exceed 19 hours per week
Motion by Cathy to appoint Daniel Walker as part-time Broadcast Technician, not to exceed 19 hours per week. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Motion by Cathy to appoint Daniel Walker as part-time Broadcast Technician, not to exceed 19 hours per week. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approve the Building Inspector's appointments of Richard Kapenas as Plumbing and Gas Inspector for a one-year term from 4/1/22 to 3/31/23
Motion by Cathy to approve the Building Inspector's appointments of Richard Kapenas as Plumbing and Gas Inspector for a one-year term from 4/1/22 to 3/31/23. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Motion by Cathy to approve the Building Inspector's appointments of Richard Kapenas as Plumbing and Gas Inspector for a one-year term from 4/1/22 to 3/31/23. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approve Building Inspector's appointment of David Lammi as Plumbing and Gas Inspector Alternate for a one-year term from 4/1/22 to 3/31/23
Motion by Cathy to approve Building Inspector's appointment of David Lammi as Plumbing and Gas Inspector Alternate for a one-year term from 4/1/22 to 3/31/23. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Motion by Cathy to approve Building Inspector's appointment of David Lammi as Plumbing and Gas Inspector Alternate for a one-year term from 4/1/22 to 3/31/23. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Amend the Town Administrator's contract as follows: Section 2: Term - February 14, 2022 through June 30" 2025 Section 4: Compensation - Effective February 14, 2022 - $97,500 Effective July 1, 2022...
Motion by Cathy to amend the Town Administrator's contract as follows: Section 2: Term - February 14, 2022 through June 30" 2025 Section 4: Compensation - Effective February 14, 2022 - $97,500 Effective July 1, 2022 - $100,000 Effective July 1, 2023 - $105,000 Effective July 1, 2024 - $110,250 Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Motion by Cathy to amend the Town Administrator's contract as follows: Section 2: Term - February 14, 2022 through June 30" 2025 Section 4: Compensation - Effective February 14, 2022 - $97,500 Effective July 1, 2022 - $100,000 Effective July 1, 2023 - $105,000 Effective July 1, 2024 - $110,250 Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Accept Comcast annual license fee payment in the amount of $381.00
Selectboard accepts Comcast annual license fee payment Motion by Cathy to accept Comcast annual license fee payment in the amount of $381.00. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Selectboard accepts Comcast annual license fee payment Motion by Cathy to accept Comcast annual license fee payment in the amount of $381.00. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Approve and sign the integrated 2020-2023 highway collective bargaining agreement
Motion by Cathy to approve and sign the integrated 2020-2023 highway collective bargaining agreement. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Motion by Cathy to approve and sign the integrated 2020-2023 highway collective bargaining agreement. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Massachusetts State- Subdivision Agreement for Statewide Opioid Settlements
Motion by Cathy to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Massachusetts State- Subdivision Agreement for Statewide Opioid Settlements. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“Motion by Cathy to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Massachusetts State- Subdivision Agreement for Statewide Opioid Settlements. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (Motion: Biliouris, second: Nadeau)
Adjourn
To discuss Motion by Cathy to adjourn meeting. Second by David. Vote is unanimous
From the minutes
“to discuss Motion by Cathy to adjourn meeting. Second by David. Vote is unanimous.” (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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