MassVoter.com← Belmont Select BoardBelmont Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting
October 15, 2018
17 recorded votes, 17 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Adam Dash, Mark Paolillo, Tom Caputo
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Adam Dash stepped aside (recused) for part of the meeting.
Every vote, in order
ACTION BY CONSENT
Accept the resignation of Angelo Firenze from the Board of the Belmont Media Center
Accept Resignation of Angelo Firenze from the Board of the Belmont Media Center Motion: To accept the resignation of Angelo Firenze from the Board of the Belmont Media Center. (Vote passed 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Accept Resignation of Angelo Firenze from the Board of the Belmont Media Center Motion: To accept the resignation of Angelo Firenze from the Board of the Belmont Media Center. (Vote passed 3-0).”
Appoint Ralph Jones to the Board of the Belmont Media Center for a term expiring in 2019
Motion: To appoint Ralph Jones to the Board of the Belmont Media Center for a term expiring in 2019. (Vote passed 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion: To appoint Ralph Jones to the Board of the Belmont Media Center for a term expiring in 2019. (Vote passed 3-0).”
PIV OGG SE
Direct the Office of Community Development to engage a consultant to review and comment on the design for trial drop-off lanes on the west- and east-bound of Concord Ave
M. Paolilllo explained that many of the issues in these neighborhoods are ongoing and will only be exacerbated by the new school project; measures can be taken now to address some of the a existing problems. _ Motion: That the Board of Selectmen direct the Office of Community Development to engage a consultant to review and comment on the design for trial drop-off lanes on the west- and east-bound of Concord Ave. (Vote passed 2-0)
Yes: Caputo, PaolilloThe minutes say Adam Dash stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“M. Paolilllo explained that many of the issues in these neighborhoods are ongoing and will only be exacerbated by the new school project; measures can be taken now to address some of the a existing problems. _ Motion: That the Board of Selectmen direct the Office of Community Development to engage a consultant to review and comment on the design for trial drop-off lanes on the west- and east-bound of Concord Ave. (Vote passed 2-0).”
Direct the Office of Community Development to evaluate School St., from Temple St. to Common St., and Goden St. from Concord Ave. to Washington St., for the purposes of implementing traffic...
Motion: That the Board of Selectmen direct the Office of Community Development to evaluate School St., from Temple St. to Common St., and Goden St. from Concord Ave. to Washington St., for the purposes of implementing traffic mitigation and pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements. (Vote passed 2-0)
Yes: Caputo, PaolilloThe minutes say Adam Dash stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion: That the Board of Selectmen direct the Office of Community Development to evaluate School St., from Temple St. to Common St., and Goden St. from Concord Ave. to Washington St., for the purposes of implementing traffic mitigation and pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements. (Vote passed 2-0).”
Direct the Office of Community Development to evaluate the Hittinger St. / Trowbridge St. neighborhood, generally bounded by Underwood St., Hittinger St., Brighton St. and Concord Ave. for the...
Motion: That the Board of Selectmen direct the Office of Community Development to evaluate the Hittinger St. / Trowbridge St. neighborhood, generally bounded by Underwood St., Hittinger St., Brighton St. and Concord Ave. for the purposes of implementing traffic mitigation and pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements. (Vote passed 2-0)
Yes: Caputo, PaolilloThe minutes say Adam Dash stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion: That the Board of Selectmen direct the Office of Community Development to evaluate the Hittinger St. / Trowbridge St. neighborhood, generally bounded by Underwood St., Hittinger St., Brighton St. and Concord Ave. for the purposes of implementing traffic mitigation and pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements. (Vote passed 2-0).”
Approve the Class D Zero Net Energy Resolution for the new 7-12 school
T. Caputo asked if Belmont Light could use existing credits and J. Knowles confirmed, stating that the a credits purchased by Belmont Light were voluntary and hence could be applied to the High School. : M. Paolillo advised J. Knowles to seek approval from the School Committee for the resolution as well. : Motion: To approve the Class D Zero Net Energy Resolution for the new 7-12 school. (Vote passed 2-0)
Yes: Caputo, PaolilloThe minutes say Adam Dash stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“T. Caputo asked if Belmont Light could use existing credits and J. Knowles confirmed, stating that the a credits purchased by Belmont Light were voluntary and hence could be applied to the High School. : M. Paolillo advised J. Knowles to seek approval from the School Committee for the resolution as well. : Motion: To approve the Class D Zero Net Energy Resolution for the new 7-12 school. (Vote passed 2-0).”
Update from Council on Aging (COA)
Approve the Outdoor Dining Application for Stone Hearth Pizza, 57 Leonard St
P. Garvin relayed a conversation with M. Castagno reviewing the conditions, including no alcohol to be served outside. a Motion: To approve the Outdoor Dining Application for Stone Hearth Pizza, 57 Leonard St. (Vote passed 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“P. Garvin relayed a conversation with M. Castagno reviewing the conditions, including no alcohol to be served outside. a Motion: To approve the Outdoor Dining Application for Stone Hearth Pizza, 57 Leonard St. (Vote passed 3-0).”
Approve the crackseal and patch maintenance contract in the amount of $102,530
Motion: To approve the crackseal and patch maintenance contract in the amount of $102,530. (Vote passed 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve the crackseal and patch maintenance contract in the amount of $102,530. (Vote passed 3-0).”
Open the Special Fall Town Meeting Warrant from October 16, 2018 at 8:00am to October 17, 2018 at 4:00pm
Motion: To open the Special Fall Town Meeting Warrant from October 16, 2018 at 8:00am to October 17, 2018 at 4:00pm. (Vote passed 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion: To open the Special Fall Town Meeting Warrant from October 16, 2018 at 8:00am to October 17, 2018 at 4:00pm. (Vote passed 3-0).”
Make permanent the late Monday evening and early Friday afternoon schedule
The Board discussed positive feedback from having the late Monday hours. : Motion: To make permanent the late Monday evening and early Friday afternoon schedule. (Vote passed 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The Board discussed positive feedback from having the late Monday hours. : Motion: To make permanent the late Monday evening and early Friday afternoon schedule. (Vote passed 3-0).”
Approve request from Belmont Center Business Association for Holiday Celebration / Tree Lighting ceremony on November 29, 2018
Vote and Approve Request from Belmont Center Business Association for Holiday Celebration / Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 29, 2018 Motion: To approve request from Belmont Center Business Association for Holiday Celebration / Tree Lighting ceremony on November 29, 2018. (Vote passed 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Vote and Approve Request from Belmont Center Business Association for Holiday Celebration / Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 29, 2018 Motion: To approve request from Belmont Center Business Association for Holiday Celebration / Tree Lighting ceremony on November 29, 2018. (Vote passed 3-0).”
Appoint Bonnie Friedman to the Community Path Project Committee
Motion: To appoint Bonnie Friedman to the Community Path Project Committee. (Vote passed 3- ° : 0} Motion: To appoint Jennifer Durso to the Community Path Project Committee. (Vote passed 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion: To appoint Bonnie Friedman to the Community Path Project Committee. (Vote passed 3- ° : 0} Motion: To appoint Jennifer Durso to the Community Path Project Committee. (Vote passed 3-0).”
Disband the Community Path Implementation Advisory Committee, effective immediately
Motion: To disband the Community Path Implementation Advisory Committee, effective immediately. (Vote passed 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion: To disband the Community Path Implementation Advisory Committee, effective immediately. (Vote passed 3-0).”
Accept the resignation of Faustino Lichauco from the Zoning Board of Appeals
Accept Resignation of Faustino Lichauco from the Zoning Board of Appeals Motion: To accept the resignation of Faustino Lichauco from the Zoning Board of Appeals. (Vote passed 3-0) Discussion and Possible Appointment of Associate Member from Zoning Board of Appeals to Full Member A. Dash explained that the associate member slot on the ZBA attended all the meetings, but did not vote; it made sense to promote the associate member to being a full member for the remainder of Mr. Lichauco's term, so that the ZBA would be fully functioning.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Accept Resignation of Faustino Lichauco from the Zoning Board of Appeals Motion: To accept the resignation of Faustino Lichauco from the Zoning Board of Appeals. (Vote passed 3-0) Discussion and Possible Appointment of Associate Member from Zoning Board of Appeals to Full Member A. Dash explained that the associate member slot on the ZBA attended all the meetings, but did not vote; it made sense to promote the associate member to being a full member for the remainder of Mr. Lichauco's term, so that the ZBA would be fully functioning..”
Appoint Phil Ruggiero to be a full member of the Zoning Board of Appeals
Motion: To appoint Phil Ruggiero to be a full member of the Zoning Board of Appeals. (Vote passed / 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion: To appoint Phil Ruggiero to be a full member of the Zoning Board of Appeals. (Vote passed / 3-0).”
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
Approve December 11, 2017 regular session minutes
Motion: To approve December 11, 2017 regular session minutes. (Vote passed 2-0; T. Caputo abstained)
Yes: Dash, PaolilloAbstained: CaputoThe minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve December 11, 2017 regular session minutes. (Vote passed 2-0; T. Caputo abstained).”
Adjourn
ADJOURNMENT: Motion: To adjourn. (Vote 3-0)
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“ADJOURNMENT: Motion: To adjourn. (Vote 3-0).”
From the Belmont 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 Belmontonian — Matthew Taylor and Carol Berberian (April 2026); Yates for Belmont campaign website — Taylor Yates. Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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