MassVoter.com← Belmont Select BoardBelmont Select Board · April–June 2023 Board · Regular meeting
April 24, 2023
17 recorded votes, 16 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Mark Paolillo, Roy Epstein, Elizabeth Dionne
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Discussion on Citizen Petitions
Recommend favorable action for the revised motion under Article 6
A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for the revised motion under Article 6. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for the revised motion under Article 6. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Recommend unfavorable action for the revised motion under Article 8
A Motion was made to recommend unfavorable action for the revised motion under Article 8. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to recommend unfavorable action for the revised motion under Article 8. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Recommend favorable action for Article 9
A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for Article 9. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for Article 9. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Recommend favorable action for Article 2
Article 2: Authorization to Represent the Town's Legal Interests A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for Article 2. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Article 2: Authorization to Represent the Town's Legal Interests A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for Article 2. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Recommend favorable action for Article 3
A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for Article 3. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for Article 3. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Recommend favorable action for Article 5
Article 5: Amend General Bylaw §50-2020: Establish Recreation Revolving Fund: A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for Article 5. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Article 5: Amend General Bylaw §50-2020: Establish Recreation Revolving Fund: A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for Article 5. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Recommend favorable action for Special Town Meeting Article 1
A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for Special Town Meeting Article 1. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to recommend favorable action for Special Town Meeting Article 1. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approve a one-time increase in COLA in FY2023 for Retirees from 3% to 5% conditioned upon adoption of Option 2 as set forth by the Retirement Board
A Motion was made to approve a one-time increase in COLA in FY2023 for Retirees from 3% to 5% conditioned upon adoption of Option 2 as set forth by the Retirement Board. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve a one-time increase in COLA in FY2023 for Retirees from 3% to 5% conditioned upon adoption of Option 2 as set forth by the Retirement Board. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approve the one-day liquor license request from Foundation for Belmont Education for a (Wine and Malt Only) Spring Fundraiser and 80's Prom at the Beech Street Center on Friday, May 5, 2023 from...
A Motion was made to approve the one-day liquor license request from Foundation for Belmont Education for a (Wine and Malt Only) Spring Fundraiser and 80's Prom at the Beech Street Center on Friday, May 5, 2023 from 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve the one-day liquor license request from Foundation for Belmont Education for a (Wine and Malt Only) Spring Fundraiser and 80's Prom at the Beech Street Center on Friday, May 5, 2023 from 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approve the one-day liquor license request from the First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist, for a (Wine and Malt Only) Fundraiser Auction on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
A Motion was made to approve the one-day liquor license request from the First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist, for a (Wine and Malt Only) Fundraiser Auction on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve the one-day liquor license request from the First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist, for a (Wine and Malt Only) Fundraiser Auction on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approve the one-day liquor license request from Joshua Gould for a private family event (Wine and Malt Only) at the Beech Street Center on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM he
A Motion was made to approve the one-day liquor license request from Joshua Gould for a private family event (Wine and Malt Only) at the Beech Street Center on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM he. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve the one-day liquor license request from Joshua Gould for a private family event (Wine and Malt Only) at the Beech Street Center on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM he. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Grant an Agricultural Wine permit for the House Bear Brewing LLC to sell wine at the Belmont Farmers Market for the 2023 Season
A Motion was made to grant an Agricultural Wine permit for the House Bear Brewing LLC to sell wine at the Belmont Farmers Market for the 2023 Season. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to grant an Agricultural Wine permit for the House Bear Brewing LLC to sell wine at the Belmont Farmers Market for the 2023 Season. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approve the request from the Belmont Public Library to host a Tai Chi Event at the Wellington Station Green Space on Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
A Motion was made to approve the request from the Belmont Public Library to host a Tai Chi Event at the Wellington Station Green Space on Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve the request from the Belmont Public Library to host a Tai Chi Event at the Wellington Station Green Space on Saturday, April 29, 2023 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Committee includes identifying
Amend the motion to add: Identify existing bylaws and regulations that are perceived as burdensome by individuals seeking to open a business in Belmont
Mr. Epstein moved to amend the motion to add: Identify existing bylaws and regulations that are perceived as burdensome by individuals seeking to open a business in Belmont. The amended motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
From the minutes
“Mr. Epstein moved to amend the motion to add: Identify existing bylaws and regulations that are perceived as burdensome by individuals seeking to open a business in Belmont. The amended motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..” (Motion: Epstein)
Approval of Minutes
Approve the March 20, 2023 Regular session, April 3, 2023 Regular session and April 3, 2023 Executive session minutes
A Motion was made to approve the March 20, 2023 Regular session, April 3, 2023 Regular session and April 3, 2023 Executive session minutes. The motion was seconded and passed by 2-0-1 vote with Ms. Dionne abstaining.
Yes: Epstein, PaolilloAbstained: DionneThe minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve the March 20, 2023 Regular session, April 3, 2023 Regular session and April 3, 2023 Executive session minutes. The motion was seconded and passed by 2-0-1 vote with Ms. Dionne abstaining..”
Approve the April 7, 2023 Regular session, April 10, 2023 Regular session, and April 11, 2023 Regular session minutes as amended
April 7, 2023, April 10, 2023, and April 11, 2023 Regular Sessions: A Motion was made to approve the April 7, 2023 Regular session, April 10, 2023 Regular session, and April 11, 2023 Regular session minutes as amended. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“April 7, 2023, April 10, 2023, and April 11, 2023 Regular Sessions: A Motion was made to approve the April 7, 2023 Regular session, April 10, 2023 Regular session, and April 11, 2023 Regular session minutes as amended. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Next Meetings
Adjourn
Next Meetings (1) Monday, May 1, 2023 - 5:30 PM - Pre-ATM Meeting -Belmont HS (2) Wednesday, May 3, 2023 - 5:30 PM - Pre-ATM Meeting - Belmont HS (3) Monday, May 8, 2023 - 5:30 PM - Pre-ATM Meeting - Belmont HS (4) Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - 6:00 - 7:00 - Water & Sewer Rates Public Hearing - Belmont HS (5) Monday, May 22, 2023 - 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting Adjournment A motion was made to adjourn the meeting of the Belmont Select Board Committee, and the motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Next Meetings (1) Monday, May 1, 2023 - 5:30 PM - Pre-ATM Meeting -Belmont HS (2) Wednesday, May 3, 2023 - 5:30 PM - Pre-ATM Meeting - Belmont HS (3) Monday, May 8, 2023 - 5:30 PM - Pre-ATM Meeting - Belmont HS (4) Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - 6:00 - 7:00 - Water & Sewer Rates Public Hearing - Belmont HS (5) Monday, May 22, 2023 - 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting Adjournment A motion was made to adjourn the meeting of the Belmont Select Board Committee, and the motion was seconded and passed unanimously..”
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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