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October 26, 2020
15 recorded votes, 3 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 delay in payment of the sewer connection and inflow/infiltration fees, as outlined in the memorandum from Public Works Engineer Adrienne St. John dated October 16, 2020, for Ultragenyx...
Ms. Fleischman moved that the Select Board approve the delay in payment of the sewer connection and inflow/infiltration fees, as outlined in the memorandum from Public Works Engineer Adrienne St. John dated October 16, 2020, for Ultragenyx at 170 Middlesex Turnpike, until the building is complete and water/sewer use commences, noting that the fees must be paid prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. 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
“Ms. Fleischman moved that the Select Board approve the delay in payment of the sewer connection and inflow/infiltration fees, as outlined in the memorandum from Public Works Engineer Adrienne St. John dated October 16, 2020, for Ultragenyx at 170 Middlesex Turnpike, until the building is complete and water/sewer use commences, noting that the fees must be paid prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. 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: Fleischman, second: Mitchell)
Approve the contract amendment between the Town and Tighe & Bond, Inc., for Permit Years 3 and 4 for EPA Stormwater Permit and Compliance, for a contract fee of $111,150, and authorize the Town...
Ms. Fleischman moved that the Select Board approve the contract amendment between the Town and Tighe & Bond, Inc., for Permit Years 3 and 4 for EPA Stormwater Permit and Compliance, for a contract fee of $111,150, and authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Select Board. Ms. Mitchell seconded. Mr. Moonan recused himself because a family member is an employee of Tighe & Bond. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 4-0-1. Mr. Moonan abstained.
Yes: Fleischman, Malone, Mitchell, PierceWilliam Moonan recused himself (a family member works for Tighe & Bond); the roll call lists the other four as aye and the minutes write the count as 4-0-1, adding “Mr. Moonan abstained.” He is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Ms. Fleischman moved that the Select Board approve the contract amendment between the Town and Tighe & Bond, Inc., for Permit Years 3 and 4 for EPA Stormwater Permit and Compliance, for a contract fee of $111,150, and authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Select Board. Ms. Mitchell seconded. Mr. Moonan recused himself because a family member is an employee of Tighe & Bond. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 4-0-1. Mr. Moonan abstained..” (Motion: Fleischman, second: Mitchell)
Approve the Consent Agenda and authorize the Town Manager to sign the payroll and the AP warrants
Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board approve the Consent Agenda and authorize the Town Manager to sign the payroll and the AP warrants. 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 the Consent Agenda and authorize the Town Manager to sign the payroll and the AP warrants. 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)
Rebecca Hazelton and Christine Wojnar be reappointed to the Cultural Council for a term of 3 years ending in 2023
Ms. Mitchell moved that Rebecca Hazelton and Christine Wojnar be reappointed to the Cultural Council for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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
“Ms. Mitchell moved that Rebecca Hazelton and Christine Wojnar be reappointed to the Cultural Council for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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: Mitchell, second: Malone)
Jennifer Kelley be reappointed to the VCC for a term of 3 years ending in 2023
Ms. Mitchell moved that Jennifer Kelley be reappointed to the VCC for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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 that Jennifer Kelley be reappointed to the VCC for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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)
James Shea not be reappointed to the Community Media Committee
Ms. Mitchell moved that James Shea not be reappointed to the Community Media Committee. Mr. Moonan seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce nay. The motion passed 4-1-0.
Yes: Fleischman, Malone, Mitchell, MoonanNo: Pierce
From the minutes
“Ms. Mitchell moved that James Shea not be reappointed to the Community Media Committee. Mr. Moonan seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce nay. The motion passed 4-1-0..” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Moonan)
Christina Wilgren and Robin Steele be reappointed to the Community Preservation Committee for a term of 3 years ending in 2023
Ms. Fleischman moved that that Christina Wilgren and Robin Steele be reappointed to the Community Preservation Committee for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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. Fleischman moved that that Christina Wilgren and Robin Steele be reappointed to the Community Preservation Committee for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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)
Christine Rabinowitz be reappointed to the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term of 3 years ending in 2023
Ms. Fleischman moved that Christine Rabinowitz be reappointed to the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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
“Ms. Fleischman moved that Christine Rabinowitz be reappointed to the Energy and Sustainability Committee for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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: Fleischman, second: Mitchell)
Ms. Fleischman be reappointed as the MBTA District Representative for a term of 3 years ending in 2023
Ms. Mitchell moved that Ms. Fleischman be reappointed as the MBTA District Representative for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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. Mitchell moved that Ms. Fleischman be reappointed as the MBTA District Representative for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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: Mitchell, second: Moonan)
Sharon McDonald be reappointed the Town Historian for a term of one year ending in 2021
Ms. Fleischman moved that Sharon McDonald be reappointed the Town Historian for a term of one year ending in 2021. 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. Fleischman moved that Sharon McDonald be reappointed the Town Historian for a term of one year ending in 2021. 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)
Craig Jackson and Peter Weichman be reappointed to the Bicycle Advisory Committee for a term of 3 years ending in 2023
Ms. Fleischman moved that Craig Jackson and Peter Weichman be reappointed to the Bicycle Advisory Committee for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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
“Ms. Fleischman moved that Craig Jackson and Peter Weichman be reappointed to the Bicycle Advisory Committee for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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: Fleischman, second: Mitchell)
Chris Gittins be reappointed to the Conservation Commission for a term of 3 years ending in 2023
Mr. Moonan moved that Chris Gittins be reappointed to the Conservation Commission for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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
“Mr. Moonan moved that Chris Gittins be reappointed to the Conservation Commission for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. 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: Moonan, second: Fleischman)
Mr. Moonan be reappointed to the HDC for a term of 3 years ending in 2023
Ms. Fleischman moved that Mr. Moonan be reappointed to the HDC for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. Mr. Moonan seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell nay; Ms. Malone nay; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 3-2-0.
Yes: Fleischman, Moonan, PierceNo: Malone, Mitchell
From the minutes
“Ms. Fleischman moved that Mr. Moonan be reappointed to the HDC for a term of 3 years ending in 2023. Mr. Moonan seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell nay; Ms. Malone nay; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 3-2-0..” (Motion: Fleischman, second: Moonan)
The reappointment of Steven Hagan, James Shea, and Joseph Piantedosi to the Depot Park Advisory Committee be discussed at the next meeting where ad hoc committees are on the agenda
Mr. Moonan moved that the reappointment of Steven Hagan, James Shea, and Joseph Piantedosi to the Depot Park Advisory Committee be discussed at the next meeting where ad hoc committees are on the agenda. 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 reappointment of Steven Hagan, James Shea, and Joseph Piantedosi to the Depot Park Advisory Committee be discussed at the next meeting where ad hoc committees are on the agenda. 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)
Move to adjourn to enter into Executive Session, not to return to Open Session
Mr. Moonan moved that the Board move to adjourn to enter into Executive Session, not to return to Open Session. 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 Board move to adjourn to enter into Executive Session, not to return to Open Session. 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)
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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