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Billerica Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting

March 18, 2019

45 recorded votes, 32 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Kimberly Conway, Edward Giroux, Michael Rosa, George Simolaris, Andrew Deslaurier

Absent: None

During the meeting:

  • Andrew Deslaurier arrived after the meeting began.
  • Kimberly Conway stepped out of the meeting for part of it.

Every vote, in order

Kimberly J. Conway, Chairman

Accept the Executive Session Minutes of February 25, 2019

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

MINUTES February 25, 2019 (Executive Session) Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to accept the Executive Session Minutes of February 25, 2019. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0- Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“MINUTES February 25, 2019 (Executive Session) Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to accept the Executive Session Minutes of February 25, 2019. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0- Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Release the Executive Session Minutes of February 25, 2019. 1 -- In Favor (Selectman Rosa) 3 - Opposed 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier) Chairman Conway stated the Executive Session Minutes of...

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa made a motion to release the Executive Session Minutes of February 25, 2019. 1 -- In Favor (Selectman Rosa) 3 - Opposed 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier) Chairman Conway stated the Executive Session Minutes of February 25, 2019 will not be released pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 22 January 28, 2019 (Regular Session) Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to accept the Regular Session Minutes of January 28, 2019. It was voted: 4 --In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa made a motion to release the Executive Session Minutes of February 25, 2019. 1 -- In Favor (Selectman Rosa) 3 - Opposed 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier) Chairman Conway stated the Executive Session Minutes of February 25, 2019 will not be released pursuant to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 22 January 28, 2019 (Regular Session) Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to accept the Regular Session Minutes of January 28, 2019. It was voted: 4 --In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

PUBLIC HEARINGS

Open the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to open the Public Hearing. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to open the Public Hearing. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

This Public Hearing be continued to Monday, April 8, 2019 at 7:15 p.m

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Due to the fact that no one from National Grid was present for this item, the Public Hearing will be continued until Monday, April 8, 2019 at 7:15 p.m. Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that this Public Hearing be continued to Monday, April 8, 2019 at 7:15 p.m. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectmen Destaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Due to the fact that no one from National Grid was present for this item, the Public Hearing will be continued until Monday, April 8, 2019 at 7:15 p.m. Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that this Public Hearing be continued to Monday, April 8, 2019 at 7:15 p.m. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectmen Destaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 4–0

NEW BUSINESS KHD, Inc., d/b/a High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford RD, N. Billerica, MA Re: Request for One Day Beer and Wine Licenses for the following: -Saturday, May 4, 2019, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. -Thursday, May 16, 2019, 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. -Thursday, May 30, 2019, 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. -Saturday, June 1, 2019, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. -Thursday, June 13, 2019, 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. -Thursday, June 27, 2019, 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It was voted: 4 - In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“NEW BUSINESS KHD, Inc., d/b/a High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford RD, N. Billerica, MA Re: Request for One Day Beer and Wine Licenses for the following: -Saturday, May 4, 2019, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. -Thursday, May 16, 2019, 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. -Thursday, May 30, 2019, 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. -Saturday, June 1, 2019, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. -Thursday, June 13, 2019, 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. -Thursday, June 27, 2019, 5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It was voted: 4 - In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, May 30, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, May 30, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, May 30, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It was voted: 4 -In Favor 0 - Opposed 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier}

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It was voted: 4 -In Favor 0 - Opposed 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier}.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, June 13, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, June 13, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, June 13, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, June 27, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, June 27, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve a One Day Beer and Wine License for High Octane Harley Davidson, One Chelmsford Road, for Thursday, June 27, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Approve the route for the Billerica Little League Opening Day Parade on Saturday, April 27, 2019 @ 8:00 a.m

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve the route for the Billerica Little League Opening Day Parade on Saturday, April 27, 2019 @ 8:00 a.m. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board approve the route for the Billerica Little League Opening Day Parade on Saturday, April 27, 2019 @ 8:00 a.m. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Of Selectman approve a name change for a Fuel Storage License from D'Ampolo Automotive, Inc. to JJJ Realty Trust for premises located at 299 Boston Road

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectman approve a name change for a Fuel Storage License from D'Ampolo Automotive, Inc. to JJJ Realty Trust for premises located at 299 Boston Road. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectman approve a name change for a Fuel Storage License from D'Ampolo Automotive, Inc. to JJJ Realty Trust for premises located at 299 Boston Road. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Accept as Municipal Signs the signs as presented by the SWRA contingent upon approval from the Conservation Department/Commission

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen accept as Municipal Signs the signs as presented by the SWRA contingent upon approval from the Conservation Department/Commission. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0- Opposed 1- Absent (Selectman Destaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen accept as Municipal Signs the signs as presented by the SWRA contingent upon approval from the Conservation Department/Commission. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0- Opposed 1- Absent (Selectman Destaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Grant permission for Billerica Recreation to place 4 Lawn Signs on the Town Common from April 29 through May 4, 2019 to advertise Clean Up Green Up scheduled for May 4, 2019

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen grant permission for Billerica Recreation to place 4 Lawn Signs on the Town Common from April 29 through May 4, 2019 to advertise Clean Up Green Up scheduled for May 4, 2019. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Destlaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen grant permission for Billerica Recreation to place 4 Lawn Signs on the Town Common from April 29 through May 4, 2019 to advertise Clean Up Green Up scheduled for May 4, 2019. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Destlaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Grant permission for Billerica Recreation to place 4 Lawn Signs on the Town Common from June 13 through August 6, 2019 to advertise their Summer Concert Series

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Billerica Recreation, Permission to place 4 Lawn Signs on the Town Common from June 13 through August 6, 2019 to advertise their Summer Concert Series Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen grant permission for Billerica Recreation to place 4 Lawn Signs on the Town Common from June 13 through August 6, 2019 to advertise their Summer Concert Series. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 -- Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier}

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Billerica Recreation, Permission to place 4 Lawn Signs on the Town Common from June 13 through August 6, 2019 to advertise their Summer Concert Series Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen grant permission for Billerica Recreation to place 4 Lawn Signs on the Town Common from June 13 through August 6, 2019 to advertise their Summer Concert Series. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 -- Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier}.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Authorize Article 2 to hear the Reports of Town Departments

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 2 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 2 to hear the Reports of Town Departments. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier}

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Article 2 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 2 to hear the Reports of Town Departments. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier}.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Authorize Article 3 to Transfer Funds between 2019 Budget Line Items

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 3 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 3 to Transfer Funds between 2019 Budget Line Items. It was voted: 4--In Favor O-- Opposed 1 - Absent

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisAndrew Deslaurier had not yet joined the meeting and is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Article 3 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 3 to Transfer Funds between 2019 Budget Line Items. It was voted: 4--In Favor O-- Opposed 1 - Absent.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

O-- Opposed

Authorize Articles, 4, 5, and 6

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · 3–0

Article 4,5,and 6 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Articles, 4, 5, and 6. It was voted: 3-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1-Abstention (Selectman Conway} 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisAbstained: ConwayThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Article 4,5,and 6 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Articles, 4, 5, and 6. It was voted: 3-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1-Abstention (Selectman Conway} 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Authorize Articles 11, 15, 16, 17, 19, and 20

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Articles 11,15,16,17,19, and 20 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Articles 11, 15, 16, 17, 19, and 20. It was voted: 4 - In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Articles 11,15,16,17,19, and 20 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Articles 11, 15, 16, 17, 19, and 20. It was voted: 4 - In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Authorize Articles 12, 13, and 14

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · 3–0

Articles 12,13, and 14 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Articles 12, 13, and 14. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Abstention (Selectman Conway} 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisAbstained: ConwayThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Articles 12,13, and 14 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Articles 12, 13, and 14. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Abstention (Selectman Conway} 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Of Selectman authorize Article 18

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · 3–0

Article 18 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectman authorize Article 18. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Abstention (Selectman Conway) 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisAbstained: ConwayThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Article 18 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectman authorize Article 18. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Abstention (Selectman Conway) 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Authorize Article 21

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · 3–1

Articles 21,22, and 23 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 21. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 1 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

The minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting. The minutes give the count as 3-1 but do not say who voted no or abstained. Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Articles 21,22, and 23 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 21. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 1 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

Authorize Article 22

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 22. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 22. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

Authorize Article 23

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 23. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0- Opposed 1 Absent (Selectman Deslaurier}

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 23. It was voted: 4--In Favor 0- Opposed 1 Absent (Selectman Deslaurier}.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

Authorize Article 26

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Article 26 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 26. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0- Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Article 26 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 26. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0- Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

Article 27

Authorize Article 27

Minutes, page 15

ApprovePassed · 4–0

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 27. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0- Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Conway, Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 27. It was voted: 4-In Favor 0- Opposed 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 15 (PDF)

Authorize Article 28

Minutes, page 15

ApprovePassed · 5–0

Selectman Deslaurier joined the meeting via telephone at 8:15 p.m. Article 28 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 28. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 -- Opposed

Andrew Deslaurier had not yet joined the meeting and is not shown voting. The minutes give the count as 5-0, but 4 members were at the meeting (Kimberly Conway, Edward Giroux, Michael Rosa and George Simolaris). Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Selectman Deslaurier joined the meeting via telephone at 8:15 p.m. Article 28 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 28. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 -- Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 15 (PDF)

Authorize Article 29

Minutes, page 15

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Article 29 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 29. It was voted: 5 --In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Article 29 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 29. It was voted: 5 --In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 15 (PDF)

Article 30

Authorize Article 30

Minutes, page 16

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 30. It was voted: 5 ~-In Favor 0 -- Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 30. It was voted: 5 ~-In Favor 0 -- Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 16 (PDF)

Authorize Article 31

Minutes, page 16

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Article 31 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 31. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Article 31 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 31. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 16 (PDF)

Authorize Article 32

Minutes, page 16

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Article 32 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 32. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Article 32 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 32. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 16 (PDF)

Article 34

Authorize Article 34

Minutes, page 17

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Article 34 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 34. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Article 34 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 34. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 17 (PDF)

Authorize Article 35

Minutes, page 17

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Article 35 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 35. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Article 35 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 35. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 17 (PDF)

Authorized Article 36 as amended to include the words "purchase and install

Minutes, page 17

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to authorized Article 36 as amended to include the words "purchase and install". It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to authorized Article 36 as amended to include the words "purchase and install". It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 17 (PDF)

Article 37

Authorize Article 37

Minutes, page 18

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 37. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 37. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 18 (PDF)

Authorize Article 38

Minutes, page 19

ApprovePassed · 3–2

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Deslaurier, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 38. It was voted: 3 - In Favor 2 - Opposed (Selectmen Rosa and Simolaris

Yes: Conway, Deslaurier, GirouxNo: Rosa, Simolaris

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Deslaurier, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 38. It was voted: 3 - In Favor 2 - Opposed (Selectmen Rosa and Simolaris.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Deslaurier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 19 (PDF)

Simolaris

Authorize Article 39

Minutes, page 20

ApprovePassed · 3–2

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Deslaurier, made a motion that the Board authorize Article 39. It was voted: 3 --In Favor 2 - Opposed (Selectmen Rosa and Simolaris)

Yes: Conway, Deslaurier, GirouxNo: Rosa, Simolaris

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Deslaurier, made a motion that the Board authorize Article 39. It was voted: 3 --In Favor 2 - Opposed (Selectmen Rosa and Simolaris).” (Motion: Giroux, second: Deslaurier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 20 (PDF)

Authorized Article 40

Minutes, page 20

ApprovePassed · 3–1

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Deslaurier, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorized Article 40. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 1 - Opposed (Selectman Rosa) 1 - Abstention (Selectman Simolaris}

Yes: Conway, Deslaurier, GirouxNo: RosaAbstained: Simolaris

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Deslaurier, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorized Article 40. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 1 - Opposed (Selectman Rosa) 1 - Abstention (Selectman Simolaris}.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Deslaurier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 20 (PDF)

Of Selectman authorize Article 41

Minutes, page 21

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectman authorize Article 41. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectman authorize Article 41. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 21 (PDF)

Authorize Article 42

Minutes, page 21

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Article 42 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 42. it was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 ~ Opposed

From the minutes

“Article 42 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 42. it was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 ~ Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 21 (PDF)

Authorize Article 43

Minutes, page 21

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Article 43 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 43. it was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 ~ Opposed

From the minutes

“Article 43 Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen authorize Article 43. it was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 ~ Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 21 (PDF)

Schedule a Show Cause Hearing for Srija Foods, d/b/a Pinehurst Tavern, 786 Boston Road on April 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m

Minutes, page 22

ApprovePassed · 3–0

Selectman Rosa, seconded by Selectman Simolaris, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen schedule a Show Cause Hearing for Srija Foods, d/b/a Pinehurst Tavern, 786 Boston Road on April 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 0 - Opposed 1-Abstention (Selectman Conway 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisAbstained: ConwayThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Rosa, seconded by Selectman Simolaris, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen schedule a Show Cause Hearing for Srija Foods, d/b/a Pinehurst Tavern, 786 Boston Road on April 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 0 - Opposed 1-Abstention (Selectman Conway 1 - Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Rosa, second: Simolaris)

Read it in the official minutes, page 22 (PDF)

Adjourn

Minutes, page 22

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

ADJOURNMENT Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to adjourn. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -- Opposed

From the minutes

“ADJOURNMENT Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to adjourn. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -- Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 22 (PDF)

Schedule a Show Cause Hearing for Srija Foods, d/b/a Pinehurst Tavern, 786 Boston Road on April 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m

Minutes, page 23

ApprovePassed · 3–0

Selectman Rosa, seconded by Selectman Simolaris, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen schedule a Show Cause Hearing for Srija Foods, d/b/a Pinehurst Tavern, 786 Boston Road on April 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. It was voted: 3-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 --Abstention (Selectman Conway 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier)

Yes: Giroux, Rosa, SimolarisAbstained: ConwayThe minutes record Andrew Deslaurier as absent or out of the room for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“Selectman Rosa, seconded by Selectman Simolaris, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen schedule a Show Cause Hearing for Srija Foods, d/b/a Pinehurst Tavern, 786 Boston Road on April 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. It was voted: 3-In Favor 0 - Opposed 1 --Abstention (Selectman Conway 1- Absent (Selectman Deslaurier).” (Motion: Rosa, second: Simolaris)

Read it in the official minutes, page 23 (PDF)

Adjourn

Minutes, page 23

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

ADJOURNMENT Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to adjourn. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“ADJOURNMENT Selectman Giroux, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to adjourn. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Giroux, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 23 (PDF)

From the Billerica 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 Lowell Sun — Michael Riley and Michael Rosa (Peter Currier, March 2026), Jillian Pavidis and Daniel Darris-O’Connor (Peter Currier, March 2025), Dina Favreau (courtesy photo, March 2024). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.

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