MassVoter.com← Belmont Select BoardBelmont Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Joint meeting
September 9, 2024
16 recorded votes, 16 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Roy Epstein, Elizabeth Dionne, Matthew Taylor
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Elizabeth Dionne took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
IV. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Accept the donations to the Town in the amount of $165,435.67 and direct the Treasurer and Town Accountant to deposit them for the purpose of the Belmont Municipal Skating Rink Building Project...
A Motion was made to accept the donations to the Town in the amount of $165,435.67 and direct the Treasurer and Town Accountant to deposit them for the purpose of the Belmont Municipal Skating Rink Building Project subject to further expenditure by the Building Committee. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to accept the donations to the Town in the amount of $165,435.67 and direct the Treasurer and Town Accountant to deposit them for the purpose of the Belmont Municipal Skating Rink Building Project subject to further expenditure by the Building Committee. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
Approve the request from Belmont Youth Activities and D.A.R.E., Inc., to host the second annual Touch-a-Truck event on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM in the Claflin Street...
A Motion was made to approve the request from Belmont Youth Activities and D.A.R.E., Inc., to host the second annual Touch-a-Truck event on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM in the Claflin Street Parking Lot, with a rain date of October 19, 2024, if needed. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve the request from Belmont Youth Activities and D.A.R.E., Inc., to host the second annual Touch-a-Truck event on Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM in the Claflin Street Parking Lot, with a rain date of October 19, 2024, if needed. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll vote..”
Events on the Following Dates
Approve a two-hour extension of closing time from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM to Ovenbird Café, 105 Trapelo Road, for the purpose of hosting five indoor beer garden pop-up events on the following dates: a
A Motion was made to approve a two-hour extension of closing time from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM to Ovenbird Café, 105 Trapelo Road, for the purpose of hosting five indoor beer garden pop-up events on the following dates: a. September 26, 2024 258 d. November 7, 2024 b. October 10, 2024 259 e. November 21, 2024. c. October 24, 2024 The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve a two-hour extension of closing time from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM to Ovenbird Café, 105 Trapelo Road, for the purpose of hosting five indoor beer garden pop-up events on the following dates: a. September 26, 2024 258 d. November 7, 2024 b. October 10, 2024 259 e. November 21, 2024. c. October 24, 2024 The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
Approve the One-Day Liquor License Applications (beer & wine only) from Michael Patterson of Small Change Brewing Company, LLC, for Five Indoor Beer Garden Pop-Up Events at the Ovenbird Café, 105...
A Motion was made to approve the One-Day Liquor License Applications (beer & wine only) from Michael Patterson of Small Change Brewing Company, LLC, for Five Indoor Beer Garden Pop-Up Events at the Ovenbird Café, 105 Trapelo Road, on the Following Dates and Times: a. September 26, 2024 - 5:00 - 9:00 PM 279 d. November 7, 2024 - 5:00 - 9:00 PM b. October 10, 2024 - 5:00 - 9:00 PM 280 e. November 21, 2024 - 5:00 - 9:00 PM. c. October 24, 2024 - 5:00 - 9:00 PM The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve the One-Day Liquor License Applications (beer & wine only) from Michael Patterson of Small Change Brewing Company, LLC, for Five Indoor Beer Garden Pop-Up Events at the Ovenbird Café, 105 Trapelo Road, on the Following Dates and Times: a. September 26, 2024 - 5:00 - 9:00 PM 279 d. November 7, 2024 - 5:00 - 9:00 PM b. October 10, 2024 - 5:00 - 9:00 PM 280 e. November 21, 2024 - 5:00 - 9:00 PM. c. October 24, 2024 - 5:00 - 9:00 PM The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
Discussion and possible vote on committee appointments and reappointments
Correct Angus Abercrombie's term on the Conservation Committee to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to correct Angus Abercrombie's term on the Conservation Committee to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed 2-1-0 by a roll call vote with Mr. Epstein opposing.
Yes: Dionne, TaylorNo: EpsteinThe minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to correct Angus Abercrombie's term on the Conservation Committee to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed 2-1-0 by a roll call vote with Mr. Epstein opposing..”
Reappoint James Tortola to the Constables for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
A Motion was made to reappoint James Tortola to the Constables for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to reappoint James Tortola to the Constables for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
Reappoint Lara Guzman-Hosta to the Human Rights Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
Human Rights Commission A Motion was made to reappoint Lara Guzman-Hosta to the Human Rights Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Human Rights Commission A Motion was made to reappoint Lara Guzman-Hosta to the Human Rights Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote 3-0..”
Appoint Silvia Moron to the Human Rights Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
A Motion was made to appoint Silvia Moron to the Human Rights Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to appoint Silvia Moron to the Human Rights Commission for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
Appoint Dan Barry as a Full Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 5-year term to expire June 30, 2029
A Motion was made to appoint Dan Barry as a Full Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 5-year term to expire June 30, 2029. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to appoint Dan Barry as a Full Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 5-year term to expire June 30, 2029. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
Appoint Amy Orlando as an Associate Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 1-year term to expire June 30, 2025
A Motion was made to appoint Amy Orlando as an Associate Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 1-year term to expire June 30, 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3- 0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to appoint Amy Orlando as an Associate Member to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a 1-year term to expire June 30, 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3- 0 roll call vote..”
Discuss strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; Town Administrator
A Motion was made to discuss strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; Town Administrator. The motion passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to discuss strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel; Town Administrator. The motion passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
Close the Executive Session of the Belmont Select Board and return to open session
A motion was made to close the Executive Session of the Belmont Select Board and return to open session. The motion passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A motion was made to close the Executive Session of the Belmont Select Board and return to open session. The motion passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
Discussion and Possible Vote to Ratify Merit Increase for Town Administrator
Ratify the agreement made in Executive Session to amend to the Town Administrator's contract
A Motion was made to ratify the agreement made in Executive Session to amend to the Town Administrator's contract. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to ratify the agreement made in Executive Session to amend to the Town Administrator's contract. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
August 19, 2024 - Goals & Objectives Session
Approve the August 19, 2024 minutes of the Select Board meeting as amended
A Motion was made to approve the August 19, 2024 minutes of the Select Board meeting as amended. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve the August 19, 2024 minutes of the Select Board meeting as amended. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
August 26, 2024 - Regular Session
Approve the August 26, 2024 minutes of the Select Board meeting as amended
A Motion was made to approve the August 26, 2024 minutes of the Select Board meeting as amended. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to approve the August 26, 2024 minutes of the Select Board meeting as amended. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call vote..”
Adjournment
Adjourn
Adjournment A Motion was made to adjourn the Select Board Meeting. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by a 3-0 roll call 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 a 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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