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38 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
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Present: Margot Fleischman, Emily Mitchell, William Moonan, Bopha Malone, Edward Pierce
Absent: None
Approve the Change of Manager Application to Michael Brooks for Red Heat Tavern at 152 The Great Road
Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board approve the Change of Manager Application to Michael Brooks for Red Heat Tavern at 152 The Great Road. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Mr. Moonan moved that the Select Board approve the Change of Manager Application to Michael Brooks for Red Heat Tavern at 152 The Great Road. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Approve the purchase/replacement of one (1) 19,000 GVWR Dump Truck and Plow to Bonnell Motors, Inc., 353 Cambridge Street, Winchester, MA 01890 with delivery expected in August 2021, at a bid...
Ms. Mitchell moved to approve the purchase/replacement of one (1) 19,000 GVWR Dump Truck and Plow to Bonnell Motors, Inc., 353 Cambridge Street, Winchester, MA 01890 with delivery expected in August 2021, at a bid price of $61,200. 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.
“Ms. Mitchell moved to approve the purchase/replacement of one (1) 19,000 GVWR Dump Truck and Plow to Bonnell Motors, Inc., 353 Cambridge Street, Winchester, MA 01890 with delivery expected in August 2021, at a bid price of $61,200. 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)
Approve Change Order #1 to the FY 21/22 bi-annual material/service bid, Pavement Preservation, for a net change to the current contract of $140,638.00
Ms. Mitchell moved that Select Board approve Change Order #1 to the FY 21/22 bi-annual material/service bid, Pavement Preservation, for a net change to the current contract of $140,638.00. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Ms. Mitchell moved that Select Board approve Change Order #1 to the FY 21/22 bi-annual material/service bid, Pavement Preservation, for a net change to the current contract of $140,638.00. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Recommend approval of Article 2 Debate Rules
Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 2 Debate Rules. 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.
“Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 2 Debate Rules. 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: Pierce, second: Moonan)
Recommend approval of Article 3 Consent Article
Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 3 Consent Article. 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.
“Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 3 Consent Article. 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: Pierce, second: Moonan)
Recommend approval of Article 4 Bills of Prior Year
Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 4 Bills of Prior Year. 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.
“Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 4 Bills of Prior Year. 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)
Recommend approval of Article 5 General Bylaw Amendment-Revolving Funds
Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 5 General Bylaw Amendment-Revolving Funds. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 5 General Bylaw Amendment-Revolving Funds. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Recommend approval of Article 6 Revolving Funds Expenditure Limits
Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 6 Revolving Funds Expenditure Limits. 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.
“Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 6 Revolving Funds Expenditure Limits. 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)
Recommend approval of Article 7 Community Preservation Budget-Fiscal Year 2022
Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 7 Community Preservation Budget-Fiscal Year 2022. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 7 Community Preservation Budget-Fiscal Year 2022. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Recommend approval of article 10 PEG Access and Cable Expense Related Budget Fiscal Year 2022 in the amount of $205,785 for operating and $22,500 for capital, totaling $228,285
Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of article 10 PEG Access and Cable Expense Related Budget Fiscal Year 2022 in the amount of $205,785 for operating and $22,500 for capital, totaling $228,285. 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.
“Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of article 10 PEG Access and Cable Expense Related Budget Fiscal Year 2022 in the amount of $205,785 for operating and $22,500 for capital, totaling $228,285. 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)
Recommend approval of Article 12 Salary Administration Plan Bylaw Amendment-Classification & Wage Schedule
Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 12 Salary Administration Plan Bylaw Amendment-Classification & Wage Schedule. 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.
“Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 12 Salary Administration Plan Bylaw Amendment-Classification & Wage Schedule. 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)
Recommend approval of Article 15 Appropriate Funds for Transportation Infrastructure Fund
Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 15 Appropriate Funds for Transportation Infrastructure Fund. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 15 Appropriate Funds for Transportation Infrastructure Fund. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Recommend approval of Article 16 Supplement Accrued Leave Fund
Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 16 Supplement Accrued Leave Fund. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 16 Supplement Accrued Leave Fund. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Recommend approval of Article 19 Proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Projects
Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 19 Proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Projects. 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.
“Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 19 Proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Projects. 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)
Recommend approval of Article 20 Bond Authorization-Police Station Addition/Renovation
Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 20 Bond Authorization-Police Station Addition/Renovation. 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.
“Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 20 Bond Authorization-Police Station Addition/Renovation. 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)
Recommend approval of Article 21 Bond Authorization-HVAC Replacement- Bedford Free Public Library
Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 21 Bond Authorization-HVAC Replacement- Bedford Free Public Library. 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.
“Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 21 Bond Authorization-HVAC Replacement- Bedford Free Public Library. 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)
Recommend approval of Article 22 Bond Authorization-Inflow/ Infiltration
Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 22 Bond Authorization-Inflow/ Infiltration. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 22 Bond Authorization-Inflow/ Infiltration. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Recommend approval of Article 23 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Accessory Dwelling
Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 23 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Accessory Dwelling. 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.
“Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 23 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Accessory Dwelling. 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)
Recommend approval of Article 24 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Accessory Dwelling Units Bonus for Universal Design or Enhanced Energy Efficiency
Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 24 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Accessory Dwelling Units Bonus for Universal Design or Enhanced Energy Efficiency. 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.
“Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 24 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Accessory Dwelling Units Bonus for Universal Design or Enhanced Energy Efficiency. 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)
Recommend approval of Article 25 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Assisted Living Overlay District and Article 26 Zoning Map Amendment-Assisted Living Overlay District
Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 25 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Assisted Living Overlay District and Article 26 Zoning Map Amendment-Assisted Living Overlay District. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 25 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Assisted Living Overlay District and Article 26 Zoning Map Amendment-Assisted Living Overlay District. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Recommend approval of Article 27 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Site Plan Approval
Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 27 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Site Plan Approval. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 27 Zoning Bylaw Amendment-Site Plan Approval. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Recommend approval of Article 29 General Bylaw Amendments-Clarifying or Substantive Changes
Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 29 General Bylaw Amendments-Clarifying or Substantive Changes. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 29 General Bylaw Amendments-Clarifying or Substantive Changes. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Recommend approval of Article 30 General Bylaw Amendment-Article 49, Control and Management of Hazardous Materials
Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 30 General Bylaw Amendment-Article 49, Control and Management of Hazardous Materials. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Ms. Mitchell recommended approval of Article 30 General Bylaw Amendment-Article 49, Control and Management of Hazardous Materials. Mr. Pierce 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: Pierce)
Recommend approval of Article 31 General Bylaw-Proposed New Article
Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 31 General Bylaw-Proposed New Article. Bedford Arbor Resources Committee. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell nay; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 4-1-0.
Yes: Fleischman, Malone, Moonan, PierceNo: Mitchell
“Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 31 General Bylaw-Proposed New Article. Bedford Arbor Resources Committee. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell nay; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 4-1-0..” (Motion: Pierce, second: Malone)
Recommend approval of Article 32 General Bylaw-Proposed New Article
Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 32 General Bylaw-Proposed New Article. Patriotic Holiday Committee. Mr. Moonan seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell nay; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 4-1-0.
Yes: Fleischman, Malone, Moonan, PierceNo: Mitchell
“Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 32 General Bylaw-Proposed New Article. Patriotic Holiday Committee. Mr. Moonan seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell nay; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 4-1-0..” (Motion: Pierce, second: Moonan)
Recommend approval of Article 33 General Bylaw-Proposed New Article
Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 33 General Bylaw-Proposed New Article. Energy and Sustainability Committee. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell nay; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 4-1-0.
Yes: Fleischman, Malone, Moonan, PierceNo: Mitchell
“Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 33 General Bylaw-Proposed New Article. Energy and Sustainability Committee. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell nay; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan aye; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 4-1-0..” (Motion: Pierce, second: Malone)
Recommend approval of Article 34 Indigenous Peoples Day Recognition
Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 34 Indigenous Peoples Day Recognition. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan abstained; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 4-0-1.
Yes: Fleischman, Malone, Mitchell, PierceAbstained: Moonan
“Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 34 Indigenous Peoples Day Recognition. Ms. Malone seconded. The Select Board was polled individually: Ms. Fleischman aye; Ms. Mitchell aye; Ms. Malone aye; Mr. Moonan abstained; Mr. Pierce aye. The motion passed 4-0-1..” (Motion: Pierce, second: Malone)
Recommend approval of Article 35 Disabled and Senior Tax Relief Fund
Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 35 Disabled and Senior Tax Relief Fund. 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.
“Mr. Pierce recommended approval of Article 35 Disabled and Senior Tax Relief Fund. 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: Pierce, second: Moonan)
Recommend approval of Article 38 Acceptance of M.G.L. c. 41 section 110A
Ms. Malone recommended approval of Article 38 Acceptance of M.G.L. c. 41 section 110A. 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.
“Ms. Malone recommended approval of Article 38 Acceptance of M.G.L. c. 41 section 110A. 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: Malone, second: Mitchell)
Recommend approval of Article 39 300th Anniversary Stabilization Fund Appropriation
Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 39 300th Anniversary Stabilization Fund Appropriation. 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.
“Mr. Moonan recommended approval of Article 39 300th Anniversary Stabilization Fund Appropriation. 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)
Open the Public Hearing
Mr. Pierce moved to open the Public Hearing. 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.
“Mr. Pierce moved to open the Public Hearing. 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: Pierce, second: Mitchell)
Close the Public Hearing
Mr. Pierce moved to close the Public Hearing. 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.
“Mr. Pierce moved to close the Public Hearing. 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: Pierce, second: Moonan)
Close the Warrant
Mr. Pierce moved to close the Warrant. 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.
“Mr. Pierce moved to close the Warrant. 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: Pierce, second: Mitchell)
Authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Select Board the AP/Expense Warrants
Mr. Pierce moved that the Select Board authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Select Board the AP/Expense Warrants. 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.
“Mr. Pierce moved that the Select Board authorize the Town Manager to sign on behalf of the Select Board the AP/Expense Warrants. 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: Pierce, second: Mitchell)
Approve the Permit Extension Request for Ken's Deli
Mr. Pierce moved to approve the Permit Extension Request for Ken's Deli. 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.
“Mr. Pierce moved to approve the Permit Extension Request for Ken's Deli. 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: Pierce, second: Malone)
Approve the Permit Extension Request for Minuteman Diner
Mr. Pierce moved to approve the Permit Extension Request for Minuteman Diner. 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.
“Mr. Pierce moved to approve the Permit Extension Request for Minuteman Diner. 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: Pierce, second: Mitchell)
Distribute the statement on behalf of the Select Board and the Leadership of the Town
Ms. Malone moved to distribute the statement on behalf of the Select Board and the Leadership of the Town. Mr. Pierce 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.
“Ms. Malone moved to distribute the statement on behalf of the Select Board and the Leadership of the Town. Mr. Pierce 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: Malone, second: Pierce)
Adjourn to enter into Executive Session, and not to return to Open Session
Mr. Moonan moved to adjourn to enter into Executive Session, and not to return to Open Session. 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.
“Mr. Moonan moved to adjourn to enter into Executive Session, and not to return to Open Session. 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)
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