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April 21, 2021
10 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The minutes have no attendance list; Steve Mitchell, Yolanda Greaves, Robert Scherer and Joseph Magnani are counted present because the roll calls and motions show them taking part, and Brandi Kinsman is not shown as present. The attendance list does not include Brandi Kinsman, who is counted absent.
Present: Steve Mitchell, Yolanda Greaves, Robert Scherer, Joseph Magnani
Absent: Brandi Kinsman
Every vote, in order
Stefano Sguazzin and Marilena Nussio 20 Independence Lane
Approve close the public hearing
Joe made a motion to approve close the public hearing. This motion was seconded by Rob, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0.
From the minutes
“Joe made a motion to approve close the public hearing. This motion was seconded by Rob, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0..” (Motion: Magnani, second: Scherer)
Pursuant to the authority granted by G.L. c. 83, § 1, the Board of Selectmen hereby takes by eminent domain, as approved by Article 10 at the December 9, 2020 Special Town Meeting, a permanent...
Steve made a motion that pursuant to the authority granted by G.L. c. 83, § 1, the Board of Selectmen hereby takes by eminent domain, as approved by Article 10 at the December 9, 2020 Special Town Meeting, a permanent easement in a portion of the property located in Ashland at 0 Independence Lane, Ashland MA (Tax Parcel ID #03-39) shown as Lot 10 on plan entitled "Subdivision Plan of Land in Ashland" GLM Engineering Consultants, Inc. Surveyors, February 11, 1998 and filed with the Land Registration Office for the Middlesex County Registry of Deeds Southern District as Plan 27039-B on Certificate No. 217582 (Sheet 3 of 3). Consisting of 27,501 square feet of land, more or less, according to said plan and also shown as Parcel B on a plan entitled "Definitive Subdivision of 'Oregon Heights' Cluster Development '45 Lot Single Family Residential Subdivision' in Ashland, Massachusetts" prepared by GLM Engineering Consultants, Inc., dated August 11, 1997, Revised October 20, 1997, Applicant: A&N Realty Trust, and recorded with said Registry as Plan 763 (Sheet 6 of 6) of 1999. Consisting of 487,806 square fect of land, more or less, according to said plan. The purpose of the Taking is for the installation, construction and maintenance of a water booster pump station, And that there be no consideration awarded for this taking as it has been provided as a gift from the owners thereof. All trees upon the land in which rights are hereby taken as well as any structures affixedthereto or r
From the minutes
“Steve made a motion that pursuant to the authority granted by G.L. c. 83, § 1, the Board of Selectmen hereby takes by eminent domain, as approved by Article 10 at the December 9, 2020 Special Town Meeting, a permanent easement in a portion of the property located in Ashland at 0 Independence Lane, Ashland MA (Tax Parcel ID #03-39) shown as Lot 10 on plan entitled "Subdivision Plan of Land in Ashland" GLM Engineering Consultants, Inc. Surveyors, February 11, 1998 and filed with the Land Registration Office for the Middlesex County Registry of Deeds Southern District as Plan 27039-B on Certificate No. 217582 (Sheet 3 of 3). Consisting of 27,501 square feet of land, more or less, according to said plan and also shown as Parcel B on a plan entitled "Definitive Subdivision of 'Oregon Heights' Cluster Development '45 Lot Single Family Residential Subdivision' in Ashland, Massachusetts" prepared by GLM Engineering Consultants, Inc., dated August 11, 1997, Revised October 20, 1997, Applicant: A&N Realty Trust, and recorded with said Registry as Plan 763 (Sheet 6 of 6) of 1999. Consisting of 487,806 square fect of land, more or less, according to said plan. The purpose of the Taking is for the installation, construction and maintenance of a water booster pump station, And that there be no consideration awarded for this taking as it has been provided as a gift from the owners thereof. All trees upon the land in which rights are hereby taken as well as any structures affixedthereto or running underneath are included in this taking. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0..” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Magnani)
Approve the request to release $25,000 from escrow, contingent upon a favorable report from Mike Carter and a Certificate of Compliance from the Conservation Commission
Steve made a motion to approve the request to release $25,000 from escrow, contingent upon a favorable report from Mike Carter and a Certificate of Compliance from the Conservation Commission. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0.
From the minutes
“Steve made a motion to approve the request to release $25,000 from escrow, contingent upon a favorable report from Mike Carter and a Certificate of Compliance from the Conservation Commission. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0..” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Magnani)
Approve the Eliot St. gas main installation project night work as needed, that Andrew and Sean continue working with Doug Small and Chief Alfano to ensure project safety, and that the...
Steve made a motion to approve the Eliot St. gas main installation project night work as needed, that Andrew and Sean continue working with Doug Small and Chief Alfano to ensure project safety, and that the communication with the residents happens. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0.
From the minutes
“Steve made a motion to approve the Eliot St. gas main installation project night work as needed, that Andrew and Sean continue working with Doug Small and Chief Alfano to ensure project safety, and that the communication with the residents happens. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0..” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Magnani)
Approve the Consent Agenda, as read into the record, except the March 17, 2021 and April 10, 2021 minutes
Steve made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda, as read into the record, except the March 17, 2021 and April 10, 2021 minutes. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0.
From the minutes
“Steve made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda, as read into the record, except the March 17, 2021 and April 10, 2021 minutes. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0..” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Magnani)
Approve the April 10, 2021 minutes as amended
Steve made a motion to approve the April 10, 2021 minutes as amended. This motion was seconded by Rob, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0.
From the minutes
“Steve made a motion to approve the April 10, 2021 minutes as amended. This motion was seconded by Rob, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0..” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Scherer)
Election Warrant
Approve the election timing and days and the Election Warrant, as presented
Joe made a motion to approve the election timing and days and the Election Warrant, as presented. This motion was scconded by Steve, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4- 0-0.
From the minutes
“Joe made a motion to approve the election timing and days and the Election Warrant, as presented. This motion was scconded by Steve, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4- 0-0..” (Motion: Magnani)
Boston Athletic Association Parade Permit
Approve the request for a Parade Permit from Boston Athletic Association for the 125 Boston Marathon which is scheduled to take place on Monday October 11, 2021
Steve made a motion to approve the request for a Parade Permit from Boston Athletic Association for the 125 Boston Marathon which is scheduled to take place on Monday October 11, 2021. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0.
From the minutes
“Steve made a motion to approve the request for a Parade Permit from Boston Athletic Association for the 125 Boston Marathon which is scheduled to take place on Monday October 11, 2021. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0..” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Magnani)
Valentine Property Sub-committee
Appoint Steve Mitchell and Brandi Kinsman to represent the Select Board on the Sub- committee for the Valentine property restrictions
Rob made a motion to appoint Steve Mitchell and Brandi Kinsman to represent the Select Board on the Sub- committee for the Valentine property restrictions. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani- aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0.
From the minutes
“Rob made a motion to appoint Steve Mitchell and Brandi Kinsman to represent the Select Board on the Sub- committee for the Valentine property restrictions. This motion was seconded by Joe, with a vote of Magnani- aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0..” (Motion: Scherer, second: Magnani)
Adjournment
Adjourn
Joe made a motion to adjourn at 10:05 pm. This motion was seconded by Steve with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0.
From the minutes
“Joe made a motion to adjourn at 10:05 pm. This motion was seconded by Steve with a vote of Magnani-aye, Mitchell-aye, Scherer-aye, and Greaves-aye; 4-0-0..” (Motion: Magnani, second: Mitchell)
From the Ashland Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Select Board photos): WACA-TV Ashland videos — Brandi Kinsman (July 2026), Makeda Keegan (September 2026), Joseph Magnani (May 2026), Yolanda Greaves (May 2025) and Claudia Bennett (March 2025). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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