MassVoter.com← Ayer Select BoardAyer Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
October 5, 2021
16 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Shaun C. Copeland, Scott A. Houde, Jannice L. Livingston
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Shaun C. Copeland took part remotely.
- Scott A. Houde took part remotely.
- Jannice L. Livingston took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
Approval of Meeting Agenda
Approve the meeting agenda
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the meeting agenda. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the meeting agenda. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Houde)
Approve the Change in Manager application for Bar 25
Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the Change in Manager application for Bar 25. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the Change in Manager application for Bar 25. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Houde, second: Livingston)
Application for Entertainment License - 38 Main Street - Digital Cloudz, LLC for Automotive Racing Simulators
Approve the Entertainment License for 3 automotive simulators for Digital Cloudz, LLC, 38 Main Street
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the Entertainment License for 3 automotive simulators for Digital Cloudz, LLC, 38 Main Street. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the Entertainment License for 3 automotive simulators for Digital Cloudz, LLC, 38 Main Street. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Houde)
Presentation on Proposed 40B/Comprehensive Permit Project - 65 Fitchburg Road
Approve the notice of award with Onyx Corporation for the West Main Street MassWorks Infrastructure Project
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the notice of award with Onyx Corporation for the West Main Street MassWorks Infrastructure Project. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the notice of award with Onyx Corporation for the West Main Street MassWorks Infrastructure Project. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.” (Motion: Livingston, second: Houde)
Approve Change Order 1 for the Westford Road Sewer Replacement Project with signature by the Chair
Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve Change Order 1 for the Westford Road Sewer Replacement Project with signature by the Chair. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve Change Order 1 for the Westford Road Sewer Replacement Project with signature by the Chair. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Houde, second: Livingston)
Approve Change Order 1 for the WWTF Alum Pacing Improvements
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve Change Order 1 for the WWTF Alum Pacing Improvements. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3- 0
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve Change Order 1 for the WWTF Alum Pacing Improvements. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3- 0.” (Motion: Livingston, second: Houde)
Approve the FY '22 Paving and Road Treatment Contract
Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the FY '22 Paving and Road Treatment Contract. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the FY '22 Paving and Road Treatment Contract. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Houde, second: Livingston)
Approve the 2020 Re-Precincting Map as presented by the Town Clerk
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the 2020 Re-Precincting Map as presented by the Town Clerk. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the 2020 Re-Precincting Map as presented by the Town Clerk. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Houde)
Approval of October 25, 2021, Fall Special Town Meeting Warrant
Approve the Annual Special Town Meeting Warrant with suggested changes by J. Livingston
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the Annual Special Town Meeting Warrant with suggested changes by J. Livingston. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the Annual Special Town Meeting Warrant with suggested changes by J. Livingston. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Houde)
Town Manager's Report
Approve DRAFT #4 pending the addition of the Capital Planning Committee Meeting Dates
Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve DRAFT #4 pending the addition of the Capital Planning Committee Meeting Dates. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve DRAFT #4 pending the addition of the Capital Planning Committee Meeting Dates. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Houde, second: Livingston)
Reduce the Select Board 2022 License Renewal Fees by 75%
Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to reduce the Select Board 2022 License Renewal Fees by 75%. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to reduce the Select Board 2022 License Renewal Fees by 75%. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Houde, second: Livingston)
New Business/Selectmen's Questions
Approve the meeting minutes from August 31, 2021
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the meeting minutes from August 31, 2021. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the meeting minutes from August 31, 2021. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Houde)
Approve the meeting minutes from September 7, 2021
Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the meeting minutes from September 7, 2021. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, abstain. Motion passed 2-0-1.
Yes: Houde, LivingstonAbstained: Copeland
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by S. Houde and seconded by J. Livingston to approve the meeting minutes from September 7, 2021. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, abstain. Motion passed 2-0-1..” (Motion: Houde, second: Livingston)
Approve the meeting minutes from September 21, 2021
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the meeting minutes from September 21, 2021. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the meeting minutes from September 21, 2021. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Houde)
Approve the meeting minutes from August 31, 2021
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the meeting minutes from August 31, 2021. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to approve the meeting minutes from August 31, 2021. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Houde)
Adjournment
Adjourn
Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to adjourn at 8:00 PM. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0.
From the minutes
“Motion: A motion was made by J. Livingston and seconded by S. Houde to adjourn at 8:00 PM. By Roll Call Vote: J. Livingston, aye; S. Houde, aye; S. Copeland, aye. Motion passed 3-0..” (Motion: Livingston, second: Houde)
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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