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June 24, 2020
13 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Edward Pierce, Emily Mitchell, William Moonan, Bopha Malone, Margot Fleischman
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the FY21 water and sewer rates as proposed in the memo dated June 18, 2020, from Finance Director/Collector Victor Garofalo
Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board vote to approve the FY21 water and sewer rates as proposed in the memo dated June 18, 2020, from Finance Director/Collector Victor Garofalo. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Fleischman aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board vote to approve the FY21 water and sewer rates as proposed in the memo dated June 18, 2020, from Finance Director/Collector Victor Garofalo. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Fleischman aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Moonan, second: Malone)
Adopt the FY21 Ambulance Rates as outlined in the memo dated June 11, 2020 from Fire Chief David Grunes, and Finance Director, Treasurer/Collector Victor Garofalo
Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board adopt the FY21 Ambulance Rates as outlined in the memo dated June 11, 2020 from Fire Chief David Grunes, and Finance Director, Treasurer/Collector Victor Garofalo. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Fleischman aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board adopt the FY21 Ambulance Rates as outlined in the memo dated June 11, 2020 from Fire Chief David Grunes, and Finance Director, Treasurer/Collector Victor Garofalo. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Fleischman aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Moonan, second: Malone)
That, in order to save interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to provide for the sale and issuance of bonds under G.L. c. 44, Section 21A, to refund all or any portion of the remaining...
Margot Fleischman moved that, in order to save interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to provide for the sale and issuance of bonds under G.L. c. 44, Section 21A, to refund all or any portion of the remaining principal of and redemption premium and interest on the Town's General Obligation Bonds dated July 15, 2010 and that for this purpose the Treasurer is authorized to provide for the preparation and distribution of a Preliminary Official Statement; provided, however, that no bonds shall be issued under this vote unless and until the final interest rates and other terms of the refunding bonds are approved by the Select Board. Mr. Moonan seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Fleischman aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Margot Fleischman moved that, in order to save interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to provide for the sale and issuance of bonds under G.L. c. 44, Section 21A, to refund all or any portion of the remaining principal of and redemption premium and interest on the Town's General Obligation Bonds dated July 15, 2010 and that for this purpose the Treasurer is authorized to provide for the preparation and distribution of a Preliminary Official Statement; provided, however, that no bonds shall be issued under this vote unless and until the final interest rates and other terms of the refunding bonds are approved by the Select Board. Mr. Moonan seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Fleischman aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Fleischman, second: Moonan)
Recommend approval of Article 1, Special Town Meeting Debate Rules, and Article 2, Annual Town Meeting Debate Rules, for Special Town Meeting and Annual Town Meeting, to be held on July 11, 2020
Ms. Fleischman moved that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 1, Special Town Meeting Debate Rules, and Article 2, Annual Town Meeting Debate Rules, for Special Town Meeting and Annual Town Meeting, to be held on July 11, 2020. Ms. Mitchell seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Fleischman aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fleischman moved that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 1, Special Town Meeting Debate Rules, and Article 2, Annual Town Meeting Debate Rules, for Special Town Meeting and Annual Town Meeting, to be held on July 11, 2020. Ms. Mitchell seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Fleischman aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Fleischman, second: Mitchell)
Indefinitely postpone the following capital projects: 108 Carlisle Road Buildout in the amount of $61,800; the Exterior Door Vestibule Library in the amount of $25,000.00; and the Fire Alarm...
Mr. Moonan moved to indefinitely postpone the following capital projects: 108 Carlisle Road Buildout in the amount of $61,800; the Exterior Door Vestibule Library in the amount of $25,000.00; and the Fire Alarm System Replacement- Library in the amount of $35,656.00. Ms. Mitchell seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Moonan moved to indefinitely postpone the following capital projects: 108 Carlisle Road Buildout in the amount of $61,800; the Exterior Door Vestibule Library in the amount of $25,000.00; and the Fire Alarm System Replacement- Library in the amount of $35,656.00. Ms. Mitchell seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Moonan, second: Mitchell)
Indefinitely postpone the Floor Scrubber Replacement in the amount of $15,960.00
Mr. Moonan moved to indefinitely postpone the Floor Scrubber Replacement in the amount of $15,960.00. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman nay; Ms. Mitchell nay, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 3-2-0.
Yes: Malone, Moonan, PierceNo: Fleischman, Mitchell
From the minutes
“Mr. Moonan moved to indefinitely postpone the Floor Scrubber Replacement in the amount of $15,960.00. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman nay; Ms. Mitchell nay, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 3-2-0..” (Motion: Moonan, second: Malone)
Indefinitely postpone the Vehicle and Equipment Replacement as listed in the FY21 Capital Budget Proposed Deferrals Memo from Town Manager Sarah Stanton, dated June 24, 2020, in the amount of...
Mr. Moonan moved to indefinitely postpone the Vehicle and Equipment Replacement as listed in the FY21 Capital Budget Proposed Deferrals Memo from Town Manager Sarah Stanton, dated June 24, 2020, in the amount of $95,000.00. This motion was not seconded and therefore will remain in the proposed FY21 Capital Budget. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman nay; Ms. Mitchell nay, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 3-2-0.
Yes: Malone, Moonan, PierceNo: Fleischman, Mitchell
From the minutes
“Mr. Moonan moved to indefinitely postpone the Vehicle and Equipment Replacement as listed in the FY21 Capital Budget Proposed Deferrals Memo from Town Manager Sarah Stanton, dated June 24, 2020, in the amount of $95,000.00. This motion was not seconded and therefore will remain in the proposed FY21 Capital Budget. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman nay; Ms. Mitchell nay, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 3-2-0..” (Motion: Moonan, second: Malone)
Approve a reduction in quorum, from 100 residents to 75 residents, based on Special Law Act 2020-Chapter 92, Section 7, for Annual Town Meeting and Special Town Meeting, both to be held on July...
Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board approve a reduction in quorum, from 100 residents to 75 residents, based on Special Law Act 2020-Chapter 92, Section 7, for Annual Town Meeting and Special Town Meeting, both to be held on July 11, 2020, as approved by the Town Moderator. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board approve a reduction in quorum, from 100 residents to 75 residents, based on Special Law Act 2020-Chapter 92, Section 7, for Annual Town Meeting and Special Town Meeting, both to be held on July 11, 2020, as approved by the Town Moderator. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Moonan, second: Malone)
Ratify the Town Manger's approval to expand the temporary outdoor premises, specifically related to the liquor licenses, for Flatbread Bedford, and Red Heat Tavern
Ms. Fleishman moved to ratify the Town Manger's approval to expand the temporary outdoor premises, specifically related to the liquor licenses, for Flatbread Bedford, and Red Heat Tavern. Mr. Moonan seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fleishman moved to ratify the Town Manger's approval to expand the temporary outdoor premises, specifically related to the liquor licenses, for Flatbread Bedford, and Red Heat Tavern. Mr. Moonan seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Fleischman, second: Moonan)
Approve the consent agenda as amended
Ms. Mitchell moved to approve the consent agenda as amended. Ms. Fleischman seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Ms. Mitchell moved to approve the consent agenda as amended. Ms. Fleischman seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Fleischman)
Allow the Town Manager to sign the AP/Expense Warrant on behalf of the Select Board
Ms. Mitchell moved to allow the Town Manager to sign the AP/Expense Warrant on behalf of the Select Board. Ms. Fleischman seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Ms. Mitchell moved to allow the Town Manager to sign the AP/Expense Warrant on behalf of the Select Board. Ms. Fleischman seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Fleischman)
Approve Dredgit Corporation's request to work Monday through Sunday from 7:00AM to 7:00PM, with no hauling prior to 8:00AM, until Labor Day of 2020
Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board approve Dredgit Corporation's request to work Monday through Sunday from 7:00AM to 7:00PM, with no hauling prior to 8:00AM, until Labor Day of 2020. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board approve Dredgit Corporation's request to work Monday through Sunday from 7:00AM to 7:00PM, with no hauling prior to 8:00AM, until Labor Day of 2020. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Moonan, second: Malone)
Adjourn
Mr. Moonan moved to adjourn. Ms. Mitchell seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Mr. Moonan moved to adjourn. Ms. Mitchell seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye, Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 5-0-0..” (Motion: Moonan, second: Mitchell)
From the Bedford 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): The Bedford Citizen — Paul Mortenson and Bopha Malone (Piper Pavelich, February 2026), Terrence Parker and Shawn Hanegan (Wayne Braverman, January 2025), Daniel Brosgol (December 2023). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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