MassVoter.com← Belmont Select BoardBelmont Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting
February 26, 2024
16 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
III. COMMENTS FROM TOWN RESIDENTS
Approve the Age Friendly Outdoor Space Guidelines as presented
A Motion was made to approve the Age Friendly Outdoor Space Guidelines as presented. 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 Age Friendly Outdoor Space Guidelines as presented. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Enter Executive Session to conduct discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of...
EXECUTIVE SESSION A Motion was made to enter Executive Session to conduct discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. 1. Retirement Board Open Meeting 44 4. Valentino 41-43 White Street Violation 45 5. Belmont Middle & High School 2. 91 Beatrice Circle Road 46 Completive Litigation 3. Clark Lane The motion was seconded and passed unanimously 3-0 by a roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“EXECUTIVE SESSION A Motion was made to enter Executive Session to conduct discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares. 1. Retirement Board Open Meeting 44 4. Valentino 41-43 White Street Violation 45 5. Belmont Middle & High School 2. 91 Beatrice Circle Road 46 Completive Litigation 3. Clark Lane The motion was seconded and passed unanimously 3-0 by a roll call vote..”
Return to Open Session
A motion was made to return to Open Session. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously 3-0 by a roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A motion was made to return to Open Session. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously 3-0 by a roll call vote..”
Approve the request for an accessible parking space at 45 Glendale Road, Belmont
A Motion was made to approve the request for an accessible parking space at 45 Glendale Road, Belmont. 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 for an accessible parking space at 45 Glendale Road, Belmont. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Open the Annual Town Meeting Warrant at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 and to close at 5:00 PM on Monday, March 11, 2024
A Motion was made to open the Annual Town Meeting Warrant at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 and to close at 5:00 PM on Monday, March 11, 2024. 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 open the Annual Town Meeting Warrant at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 and to close at 5:00 PM on Monday, March 11, 2024. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
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Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Belmont and the Belmont Woman's Club for parking at the Homer House located at 661 Pleasant Street, Belmont for a term of three years
A Motion was made to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Belmont and the Belmont Woman's Club for parking at the Homer House located at 661 Pleasant Street, Belmont for a term of three years. 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 Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Belmont and the Belmont Woman's Club for parking at the Homer House located at 661 Pleasant Street, Belmont for a term of three years. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Use ARPA funds to fund the update of the website implementation for $44,755
A Motion was made to use ARPA funds to fund the update of the website implementation for $44,755. 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 use ARPA funds to fund the update of the website implementation for $44,755. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Use ARPA funds to fund the Market Analysis and Fiscal Impact Assessment for $75,000
A Motion was made to use ARPA funds to fund the Market Analysis and Fiscal Impact Assessment for $75,000. 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 use ARPA funds to fund the Market Analysis and Fiscal Impact Assessment for $75,000. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approve the request from Nancy McCabe for a One Day Liquor License (beer and wine only) for an event at The First Church, 404 Concord Avenue, on Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Discussion and possible vote on request from Nancy McCabe for a One Day Liquor License (beer and wine only) for an event at The First Church, 404 Concord Avenue, on Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM A Motion was made to approve the request from Nancy McCabe for a One Day Liquor License (beer and wine only) for an event at The First Church, 404 Concord Avenue, on Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 6:30 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
“Discussion and possible vote on request from Nancy McCabe for a One Day Liquor License (beer and wine only) for an event at The First Church, 404 Concord Avenue, on Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM A Motion was made to approve the request from Nancy McCabe for a One Day Liquor License (beer and wine only) for an event at The First Church, 404 Concord Avenue, on Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Discussion and possible vote on committee appointments and reappointments
Appoint Karen Donelan to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Implementation Committee for a two-year term to expire June 30, 2025
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Implementation Committee A Motion was made to appoint Karen Donelan to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Implementation Committee for a two-year term to expire June 30, 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Implementation Committee A Motion was made to appoint Karen Donelan to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Implementation Committee for a two-year term to expire June 30, 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Appoint Didier Moise to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Implementation Committee for a two-year term to expire June 30, 2025
A Motion was made to appoint Didier Moise to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Implementation Committee for a two-year term to expire June 30, 2025. 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 appoint Didier Moise to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Implementation Committee for a two-year term to expire June 30, 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Appoint Barbara Becker to the Shade Tree Committee for a two-year term to expire June 30, 2025
Shade Tree Committee A Motion was made to appoint Barbara Becker to the Shade Tree Committee for a two-year term to expire June 30, 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Shade Tree Committee A Motion was made to appoint Barbara Becker to the Shade Tree Committee for a two-year term to expire June 30, 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Discussion and possible vote to accept the following committee resignations
Accept the resignation of Vicki Amalfitano from the Structural Change Implementation Committee
Discussion and possible vote to accept the following committee resignations: Structural Change Implementation Committee A Motion was made to accept the resignation of Vicki Amalfitano from the Structural Change Implementation Committee. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Discussion and possible vote to accept the following committee resignations: Structural Change Implementation Committee A Motion was made to accept the resignation of Vicki Amalfitano from the Structural Change Implementation Committee. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approval of Minutes
Approve the January 22, 2024 Pre-STM session, January 30, 2024 Regular session, and the February 5, 2024 Regular session minutes as amended
A Motion was made to approve the January 22, 2024 Pre-STM session, January 30, 2024 Regular session, and the February 5, 2024 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
“A Motion was made to approve the January 22, 2024 Pre-STM session, January 30, 2024 Regular session, and the February 5, 2024 Regular session minutes as amended. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
February 8, 2024 Budget summit IV
Approve the February 8, 2024 Budget Summit IV minutes as amended
February 8, 2024 Budget summit IV: A Motion was made to approve the February 8, 2024 Budget Summit IV minutes as amended. The motion was seconded and passed 2-1-0 vote with Mr. Paolillo abstaining.
The minutes give the count as 2-1-0 but name Mark Paolillo (abstained), which does not add up with the 3 members present. Showing the count only. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“February 8, 2024 Budget summit IV: A Motion was made to approve the February 8, 2024 Budget Summit IV minutes as amended. The motion was seconded and passed 2-1-0 vote with Mr. Paolillo abstaining..”
Next Meetings & Upcoming Topics
Adjourn
Monday, April 8, 2024 - 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
“Monday, April 8, 2024 - 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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