MassVoter.com← Belmont Select BoardBelmont Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
October 28, 2024
24 recorded votes, 24 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Roy Epstein, Elizabeth Dionne, Matthew Taylor
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Discuss Medicare Rates for Calendar Year 2025
Award the Service Agreement for trash disposal for FY2026 through FY2030 to WIN Waste Innovations
A Motion was made to award the Service Agreement for trash disposal for FY2026 through FY2030 to WIN Waste Innovations. 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 the Service Agreement for trash disposal for FY2026 through FY2030 to WIN Waste Innovations. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approve the request from Belmont Helps for use of the Town Hall parking lot on Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM for the Pumpkins for Compost and Charity Drive- Thru
A Motion was made approve the request from Belmont Helps for use of the Town Hall parking lot on Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM for the Pumpkins for Compost and Charity Drive- Thru. 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 approve the request from Belmont Helps for use of the Town Hall parking lot on Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM for the Pumpkins for Compost and Charity Drive- Thru. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approve the request from the Belmont Center Business Association to Host the 34th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and to Temporarily Close Leonard Street from 5:45 PM - 8:00 PM on December...
A Motion was made approve the request from the Belmont Center Business Association to Host the 34th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and to Temporarily Close Leonard Street from 5:45 PM - 8:00 PM on December 5, 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 approve the request from the Belmont Center Business Association to Host the 34th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and to Temporarily Close Leonard Street from 5:45 PM - 8:00 PM on December 5, 2024. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Sign and post the November 18th Special Town Meeting Warrant pending any non-substantive changes from Town Counsel
A Motion was made to sign and post the November 18th Special Town Meeting Warrant pending any non-substantive changes from Town Counsel. 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 sign and post the November 18th Special Town Meeting Warrant pending any non-substantive changes from Town Counsel. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Recommend unfavorable action on Article 10
A Motion was made to recommend unfavorable action on Article 10. 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 on Article 10. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Recommend favorable action on Article 5, Article 7, Article 8, and Article 9
Votes on Articles 5, 7, 8, and 9 A Motion was made to recommend favorable action on Article 5, Article 7, Article 8, and 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
“Votes on Articles 5, 7, 8, and 9 A Motion was made to recommend favorable action on Article 5, Article 7, Article 8, and Article 9. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
New Storage Shed at Claflin Street Municipal Lot
Approve the request from the Belmont Food Collaborative for the placement of a new storage shed at the Claflin Street municipal lot
A Motion was made to approve the request from the Belmont Food Collaborative for the placement of a new storage shed at the Claflin Street municipal lot. 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 Food Collaborative for the placement of a new storage shed at the Claflin Street municipal lot. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Belmont Farmers' Market for the 2025 Season
Approve the use of the Claflin Street municipal parking lot for the Belmont Farmers' Market for the 2025 Season June 5, 2025 - October 30, 2025
Belmont Farmers' Market for the 2025 Season: A Motion was made to approve the use of the Claflin Street municipal parking lot for the Belmont Farmers' Market for the 2025 Season June 5, 2025 - October 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
“Belmont Farmers' Market for the 2025 Season: A Motion was made to approve the use of the Claflin Street municipal parking lot for the Belmont Farmers' Market for the 2025 Season June 5, 2025 - October 30, 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Recommendations for funding are
Appropriate ARPA funds for the following projects and amounts: $35,000 for a Senior Needs Assessment, $117,017 for Town Security Cameras, and $1,634.09 for Website Renewal Supplemental
A Motion was made appropriate ARPA funds for the following projects and amounts: $35,000 for a Senior Needs Assessment, $117,017 for Town Security Cameras, and $1,634.09 for Website Renewal Supplemental. 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 appropriate ARPA funds for the following projects and amounts: $35,000 for a Senior Needs Assessment, $117,017 for Town Security Cameras, and $1,634.09 for Website Renewal Supplemental. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Award the facilities contract to Galaxy Integrated Technologies for $254,017.17
A Motion was made to award the facilities contract to Galaxy Integrated Technologies for $254,017.17. 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 the facilities contract to Galaxy Integrated Technologies for $254,017.17. 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 Erin Lubien from the Vision 21 Implementation Committee
Discussion and possible vote to accept the following committee resignations: Vision 21 Implementation Committee: Erin Lubien A Motion was made to accept the resignation of Erin Lubien from the Vision 21 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: Vision 21 Implementation Committee: Erin Lubien A Motion was made to accept the resignation of Erin Lubien from the Vision 21 Implementation Committee. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Vision 21 Implementation Committee
Reappoint Taylor Yates to the Vision 21 Implementation Committee for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
Vision 21 Implementation Committee: A Motion was made to reappoint Taylor Yates to the Vision 21 Implementation Committee 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
“Vision 21 Implementation Committee: A Motion was made to reappoint Taylor Yates to the Vision 21 Implementation Committee for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3- 0 vote..”
Reappoint Allison Lenk to the Vision 21 Implementation Committee for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027
A Motion was made to reappoint Allison Lenk to the Vision 21 Implementation Committee 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 Allison Lenk to the Vision 21 Implementation Committee for a 3-year term to expire June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3- 0 vote..”
Appoint Andrew Flamang to the Vision 21 Implementation Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026
A Motion was made to appoint Andrew Flamang to the Vision 21 Implementation 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 Andrew Flamang to the Vision 21 Implementation Committee for a 2-year term to expire June 30, 2026. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Appoint Mark Paolillo, Kathy Keohane, Aaron Pikcilingis, Dan Dargon, Jennifer Hewitt, and Geoff Lubien (as Warrant Committee designee) to the Senior Tax Relief Working Group
A Motion was made to appoint Mark Paolillo, Kathy Keohane, Aaron Pikcilingis, Dan Dargon, Jennifer Hewitt, and Geoff Lubien (as Warrant Committee designee) to the Senior Tax Relief 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, Kathy Keohane, Aaron Pikcilingis, Dan Dargon, Jennifer Hewitt, and Geoff Lubien (as Warrant Committee designee) to the Senior Tax Relief Working Group. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Appoint Marcia Samuels as the Council on Aging designee to the Senior Tax Relief Working Group
A Motion was made to appoint Marcia Samuels as the Council on Aging designee to the Senior Tax Relief 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 Marcia Samuels as the Council on Aging designee to the Senior Tax Relief Working Group. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Appoint Dan Nolan to the Conservation Commission for a 1-year term to expire June 30, 2025
A Motion was made to appoint Dan Nolan to the Conservation Commission 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
“A Motion was made to appoint Dan Nolan to the Conservation Commission for a 1-year term to expire June 30, 2025. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Accept the $1,500.00 donation from Number 1 Taste and Hanami for the Economic Development Committee Fall Networking Event at the Belmont Media Center on November 12, 2024
A Motion was made to accept the $1,500.00 donation from Number 1 Taste and Hanami for the Economic Development Committee Fall Networking Event at the Belmont Media Center on November 12, 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 accept the $1,500.00 donation from Number 1 Taste and Hanami for the Economic Development Committee Fall Networking Event at the Belmont Media Center on November 12, 2024. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Approval of Minutes
Approve the September 23, 2024 minutes of the Select Board meeting as amended
A Motion was made to approve the September 23, 2024 minutes of the Select Board meeting 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
“A Motion was made to approve the September 23, 2024 minutes of the Select Board meeting as amended. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote with names abstaining..”
Enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bar gaining or litigating position of the...
A Motion was made to enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bar gaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares; Local 408, State Council 93, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME); Belmont Police Patrolmen's Association. The motion passed unanimously by 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bar gaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares; Local 408, State Council 93, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME); Belmont Police Patrolmen's Association. The motion passed unanimously by 3-0 roll call vote..”
Return to open session
A Motion was made to return to open session. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 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 by 3-0 roll call vote..”
Ratify the Memorandum of Agreement with AFSCME 93 Local 408, per July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024
A Motion was made to ratify the Memorandum of Agreement with AFSCME 93 Local 408, per July 1, 2023 through June 30, 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 ratify the Memorandum of Agreement with AFSCME 93 Local 408, per July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Ratify the Memorandum of Agreement with AFSCME 93 Local 408, per July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027
A Motion was made to ratify the Memorandum of Agreement with AFSCME 93 Local 408, per July 1, 2024 through 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 ratify the Memorandum of Agreement with AFSCME 93 Local 408, per July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by 3-0 vote..”
Close Open Session and not return to attend Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bar...
A Motion was made to close Open Session and not return to attend Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bar gaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares Belmont Police Patrolmen's Association. The motion passed unanimously by 3-0 roll call vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A Motion was made to close Open Session and not return to attend Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bar gaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares Belmont Police Patrolmen's Association. 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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