MassVoter.com← Ayer Select BoardAyer Select Board · 2017–2018 Board · Regular meeting
February 20, 2018
13 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Christopher R. Hillman, Jannice L. Livingston, Gary J. Luca
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Gary J. Luca took part remotely.
- Jannice L. Livingston left the meeting before it ended.
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, sec. 21 (a) Exemption #3 (Litigation Strategy) to discuss Worthen Dale v. Town ofAyer and to reconvene in Open Session at 7:00 PM. C. Hillman...
A motion was made by C. Hillman and seconded by). Livingston to enter into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, sec. 21 (a) Exemption #3 (Litigation Strategy) to discuss Worthen Dale v. Town ofAyer and to reconvene in Open Session at 7:00 PM. C. Hillman further stated that to discuss these matters in Open Session would be detrimental to the Town's negotiating strategy. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye;). Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by C. Hillman and seconded by). Livingston to enter into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, sec. 21 (a) Exemption #3 (Litigation Strategy) to discuss Worthen Dale v. Town ofAyer and to reconvene in Open Session at 7:00 PM. C. Hillman further stated that to discuss these matters in Open Session would be detrimental to the Town's negotiating strategy. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye;). Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Hillman, second: Livingston)
Review and Approve Agenda
Approve the agenda
Motion: A motion was made by G. Luca and seconded by C. Hillman to approve the agenda. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 2-0.
Yes: Hillman, LucaJannice L. Livingston had left the meeting before this vote and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by G. Luca and seconded by C. Hillman to approve the agenda. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 2-0..” (Motion: Luca, second: Hillman)
Murray, Ayer Police Department
Appoint Mr. Max Goodwin to the position of Full Time Dispatcher effective March 1, 2018 at Step 1 contingent upon successfully passing a : background investigation, drug testing and field training
Motion: A motion was made by G. Luca and seconded by J. Livingston to appoint Mr. Max Goodwin to the position of Full Time Dispatcher effective March 1, 2018 at Step 1 contingent upon successfully passing a : background investigation, drug testing and field training. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G, Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by G. Luca and seconded by J. Livingston to appoint Mr. Max Goodwin to the position of Full Time Dispatcher effective March 1, 2018 at Step 1 contingent upon successfully passing a : background investigation, drug testing and field training. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G, Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Luca, second: Livingston)
Director
Approve the updated WISP policy
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by G. Luca to approve the updated WISP policy. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3- 0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by G. Luca to approve the updated WISP policy. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3- 0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Luca)
Alicia Hersey, Program Manager
Certify the FY '18 Housing Rehabilitation Program Guidelines, as presented
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by G. Luca to certify the FY '18 Housing Rehabilitation Program Guidelines, as presented. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by G. Luca to certify the FY '18 Housing Rehabilitation Program Guidelines, as presented. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Luca)
Approve the Community Development Strategy for 2018-2022
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by G. Luca to approve the Community Development Strategy for 2018-2022. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by G. Luca to approve the Community Development Strategy for 2018-2022. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Luca)
Approve the FY'18 Grant Certification documents
Motion: A motion was made by C. Hillman and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the FY'18 Grant Certification documents. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by C. Hillman and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the FY'18 Grant Certification documents. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Hillman, second: Livingston)
Superintendent Mark Wetzel, Ayer DPW
Approve the letter of support to Montachusett Regional Planning Commission as presented for the East Main Street Reconstruction Project
Motion: A motion was made by G. Luca and seconded by). Livingston to approve the letter of support to Montachusett Regional Planning Commission as presented for the East Main Street Reconstruction Project. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3· 0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by G. Luca and seconded by). Livingston to approve the letter of support to Montachusett Regional Planning Commission as presented for the East Main Street Reconstruction Project. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3· 0..” (Motion: Luca, second: Livingston)
Approve the Professional Services Agreement between the Town of Ayer and Arcadis U.S., Inc. in the amount of $230,000 for Infiltration /Inflow (1/1) Analysis - Phase 2B with signature by the Chair
Motion: A motion was made by G. Luca and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the Professional Services Agreement between the Town of Ayer and Arcadis U.S., Inc. in the amount of $230,000 for Infiltration /Inflow (1/1) Analysis - Phase 2B with signature by the Chair. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by G. Luca and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the Professional Services Agreement between the Town of Ayer and Arcadis U.S., Inc. in the amount of $230,000 for Infiltration /Inflow (1/1) Analysis - Phase 2B with signature by the Chair. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Luca, second: Livingston)
Town Administrator's Report
Approve the Special Town Meeting Warrant for Monday March 19, 2018
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by G. Luca to approve the Special Town Meeting Warrant for Monday March 19, 2018. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, , aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by G. Luca to approve the Special Town Meeting Warrant for Monday March 19, 2018. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, , aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Luca)
Approve the Reserve Fund Transfer in the amount of $70,000 for the legal services line item with signature by the Chair
Motion: A motion was made by G. Luca and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the Reserve Fund Transfer in the amount of $70,000 for the legal services line item with signature by the Chair. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by G. Luca and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the Reserve Fund Transfer in the amount of $70,000 for the legal services line item with signature by the Chair. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Luca, second: Livingston)
New Business/Selectmen's Questions
Approve the meeting minutes from February 6, 2018. Hy
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by C. Hillman to approve the meeting minutes from February 6, 2018. Hy Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by C. Hillman to approve the meeting minutes from February 6, 2018. Hy Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Hillman)
Adjourn
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by C. Hillman to adjourn at 8:30 PM. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by C. Hillman to adjourn at 8:30 PM. By Roll Call: C. Hillman, aye; J. Livingston, aye; G. Luca, aye. Motion passed by Roll Call Vote 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Hillman)
From the Ayer Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (2025 on) and Document Center (Agendas, Minutes and Packets › Minutes › Select Board, 2018–2024). 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): stills from Ayer Public Access Corporation (APAC) videos — Chris Tavares (June 24, 2026 Select Board meeting, behind his nameplate), Jannice Livingston (August 31, 2026 Select Board meeting, behind her nameplate) and Shaun Copeland (APAC’s “Scout Finds Out” episode titled with his name, about 2019–20). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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