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July 22, 2024
2 meetings this evening, 33 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Belmont Select Board · Special meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Present: Roy Epstein, Elizabeth Dionne, Matthew Taylor
Absent: None
1 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Adjournment
Adjourn
Adjournment A Motion was made to adjourn the Select Board Meeting. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Adjournment A Motion was made to adjourn the Select Board Meeting. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Belmont Select Board · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
Attendance
Present: Roy Epstein, Elizabeth Dionne, Matthew Taylor
Absent: None
32 recorded votes, 32 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
IV. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Award Facilities Contract for Installation of Boilers at the Chenery Middle School to Guardian Energy Management Solutions of Marlborough, MA in the amount of $1,600,000.00
A Motion was made to award Facilities Contract for Installation of Boilers at the Chenery Middle School to Guardian Energy Management Solutions of Marlborough, MA in the amount of $1,600,000.00. 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 award Facilities Contract for Installation of Boilers at the Chenery Middle School to Guardian Energy Management Solutions of Marlborough, MA in the amount of $1,600,000.00. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Award Facilities contract for Installation of Paddle Fans at the Winn Brook Elementary School to MV Electrical Contractors, Inc. of Acushnet, MA in the amount of $126,100.00
A Motion was made to award Facilities contract for Installation of Paddle Fans at the Winn Brook Elementary School to MV Electrical Contractors, Inc. of Acushnet, MA in the amount of $126,100.00. 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 award Facilities contract for Installation of Paddle Fans at the Winn Brook Elementary School to MV Electrical Contractors, Inc. of Acushnet, MA in the amount of $126,100.00. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Discussion and possible vote on committee appointments and reappointments
Appoint Dan Barry to the Board of Assessors for a 2-year term to expire April 7, 2026
A Motion was made to appoint Dan Barry to the Board of Assessors for a 2-year term to expire April 7, 2026. 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 Dan Barry to the Board of Assessors for a 2-year term to expire April 7, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Reappoint Paul Minor to the Board of Registrars for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
A Motion was made to reappoint Paul Minor to the Board of Registrars for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote c. Council on Aging Ms. Dionne explained that she strongly supports the appointment of Ms. Donelan and Ms. Morrison but has no other strong opinions.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to reappoint Paul Minor to the Board of Registrars for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote c. Council on Aging Ms. Dionne explained that she strongly supports the appointment of Ms. Donelan and Ms. Morrison but has no other strong opinions..”
Appoint Karen Donelan to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
A Motion was made to appoint Karen Donelan to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to appoint Karen Donelan to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A.”
Appoint Judith Morrision to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
Motion was made to appoint Judith Morrision to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Judith Morrision to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A.”
Appoint Andrea Hassol to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
A Motion was made to appoint Andrea Hassol to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to appoint Andrea Hassol to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A.”
Appoint Siobhan Gallagher to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
Motion was made to appoint Siobhan Gallagher to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote d.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Siobhan Gallagher to the Council on Aging for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote d..”
Appoint Marie Warner to the Economic Development Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to appoint Marie Warner to the Economic Development Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed by 2-0-1 vote with Mr. Taylor abstaining.
Yes: Dionne, EpsteinAbstained: TaylorThe minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to appoint Marie Warner to the Economic Development Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed by 2-0-1 vote with Mr. Taylor abstaining..”
Appoint Jack Sy to the Economic Development Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to appoint Jack Sy to the Economic Development Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. 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 Jack Sy to the Economic Development Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Appoint Wendy Etkind to the Economic Development Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to appoint Wendy Etkind to the Economic Development Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026. 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 Wendy Etkind to the Economic Development Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Appoint Jeffery Broderick to the Economic Development Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to appoint Jeffery Broderick to the Economic Development Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. 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 Jeffery Broderick to the Economic Development Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3- 0 vote..”
Appoint Haley Denker to the Economic Development Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to appoint Haley Denker to the Economic Development Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026. 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 Haley Denker to the Economic Development Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Reappoint Carl Solander to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
A Motion was made to reappoint Carl Solander to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. 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 reappoint Carl Solander to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Reappoint Matt Schonewald to the Historic District Commission for a 3- year term to expire June 30, 2027
A Motion was made to reappoint Matt Schonewald to the Historic District Commission for a 3- year term to expire June 30, 2027. 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 reappoint Matt Schonewald to the Historic District Commission for a 3- year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Appoint Henry Ogilby as a full member to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
A Motion was made to appoint Henry Ogilby as a full member to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. 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 Henry Ogilby as a full member to the Historic District Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Appoint Paul MacDonald to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to appoint Paul MacDonald to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. 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 Paul MacDonald to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3- 0 vote..”
Reappoint Heather Barr to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to reappoint Heather Barr to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026. 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 reappoint Heather Barr to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Reappoint Jane Lappin to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to reappoint Jane Lappin to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026. 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 reappoint Jane Lappin to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 2- year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Reconsider Paul MacDonald's appointment to the Transportation Advisory Committee
A Motion was made to reconsider Paul MacDonald's appointment to the Transportation Advisory Committee. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to reconsider Paul MacDonald's appointment to the Transportation Advisory Committee. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A.”
Appoint Paul MacDonald to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 1-year term to expire June 30, 2025
Motion was made to appoint Paul MacDonald to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 1-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
“Motion was made to appoint Paul MacDonald to the Transportation Advisory Committee for a 1-year term to expire June 30, 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3- 0 vote..”
Reappoint Thayer Donham to the Planning Board for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to reappoint Thayer Donham to the Planning Board for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to reappoint Thayer Donham to the Planning Board for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A.”
Reappoint Taylor Yates to the Planning Board for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
Motion was made to reappoint Taylor Yates to the Planning Board for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to reappoint Taylor Yates to the Planning Board for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A.”
Reappoint Renee Guo to the Planning Board for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
Motion was made to reappoint Renee Guo to the Planning Board for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to reappoint Renee Guo to the Planning Board for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote A.”
Appoint Alicia Gardener-Todreas to the Planning Board for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026
Motion was made to appoint Alicia Gardener-Todreas to the Planning Board for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 2-1 vote with Ms. Dionne opposing.
Yes: Epstein, TaylorNo: DionneThe minutes say the motion “passed unanimously by 2-1 vote” and name Elizabeth Dionne as opposing; the count and the name agree, so each member’s vote is shown. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Alicia Gardener-Todreas to the Planning Board for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 2-1 vote with Ms. Dionne opposing..”
Assessing Administrator is authorized to issue written confirmation to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities that the Sherman Gardens property shall continue to benefit from a...
A Motion that the Town Assessing Administrator is authorized to issue written confirmation to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities that the Sherman Gardens property shall continue to benefit from a real estate tax exemption from the Town of Belmont during the bridge conveyance and subsequent redevelopment of the Property. 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 that the Town Assessing Administrator is authorized to issue written confirmation to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities that the Sherman Gardens property shall continue to benefit from a real estate tax exemption from the Town of Belmont during the bridge conveyance and subsequent redevelopment of the Property. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Discussion and Update on MBTA Communities the Planning Board
Approve the request from Becca Pizzi to host the 10th Annual Becca Pizzi 5k and Kids Road Race on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 9:00 AM
A Motion was made to approve the request from Becca Pizzi to host the 10th Annual Becca Pizzi 5k and Kids Road Race on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 9:00 AM. 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 Becca Pizzi to host the 10th Annual Becca Pizzi 5k and Kids Road Race on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 9:00 AM. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Create a Senior Tax Relief Ad Hoc Working Group to conclude at the end of the regular Annual Town Meeting 2025
A Motion was made to create a Senior Tax Relief Ad Hoc Working Group to conclude at the end of the regular Annual Town Meeting 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 create a Senior Tax Relief Ad Hoc Working Group to conclude at the end of the regular Annual Town Meeting 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Appoint Mark Paolillo, Aaron Pikcilingis, and Kathy Keohane to the Senior Tax Relive Ad Hoc Working Group
A Motion was made to appoint Mark Paolillo, Aaron Pikcilingis, and Kathy Keohane to the Senior Tax Relive Ad Hoc Working Group. 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 Mark Paolillo, Aaron Pikcilingis, and Kathy Keohane to the Senior Tax Relive Ad Hoc Working Group. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approve the request from The Russian School of Mathematics, Inc., 14 Church Street, to use two municipal parking spaces at the Waverley Square Municipal Parking Lot on July 31 and August 1 from...
A Motion was made to approve the request from The Russian School of Mathematics, Inc., 14 Church Street, to use two municipal parking spaces at the Waverley Square Municipal Parking Lot on July 31 and August 1 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM to serve frozen treats to students for an end of summer school celebration. 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 Russian School of Mathematics, Inc., 14 Church Street, to use two municipal parking spaces at the Waverley Square Municipal Parking Lot on July 31 and August 1 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM to serve frozen treats to students for an end of summer school celebration. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approval of Minutes
Approve the June 10, 2024 Pre-ATM Session, June 26, 2024 Pre-ATM Session, and June 28, 2024 Regular Session minutes of the Select Board meetings as amended
Approval of Minutes June 10, 2024 Pre-ATM, June 26, 2024 Pre-ATM, and June 28, 2024 Regular Sessions: A Motion was made to approve the June 10, 2024 Pre-ATM Session, June 26, 2024 Pre-ATM Session, and June 28, 2024 Regular Session minutes of the Select Board meetings as amended. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote with names abstaining.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Approval of Minutes June 10, 2024 Pre-ATM, June 26, 2024 Pre-ATM, and June 28, 2024 Regular Sessions: A Motion was made to approve the June 10, 2024 Pre-ATM Session, June 26, 2024 Pre-ATM Session, and June 28, 2024 Regular Session minutes of the Select Board meetings as amended. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote with names abstaining..”
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...
No action Executive Session A Motion was made to 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; Town of Belmont v. CAB Sewer, LLC. The motion passed unanimously by 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“No action Executive Session A Motion was made to 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; Town of Belmont v. CAB Sewer, LLC. The motion passed unanimously by 3-0 roll call vote..”
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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