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Billerica Select Board · 2019–2020 Board · Regular meeting

June 3, 2019

36 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Edward Giroux, Andrew Deslaurier, Kimberly Conway, Michael Rosa, Daniel Burns

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Edward J. Giroux, Chairman

Table the National Grid Verizon Public Hearing, Plan #24160406 until abutter questions had been satisfied

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Rosa, seconded by Selectman Burns, made a motion to table the National Grid Verizon Public Hearing, Plan #24160406 until abutter questions had been satisfied. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Rosa, seconded by Selectman Burns, made a motion to table the National Grid Verizon Public Hearing, Plan #24160406 until abutter questions had been satisfied. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Rosa, second: Burns)

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

Remove the National Grid Verizon Public Hearing from the Table

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Rosa, seconded by Selectman Burns, made a motion to remove the National Grid Verizon Public Hearing from the Table. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Rosa, seconded by Selectman Burns, made a motion to remove the National Grid Verizon Public Hearing from the Table. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Rosa, second: Burns)

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

Close the public hearing

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chairman Giroux asked if anyone from the public wished to speak Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to close the public hearing. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -- Opposed

From the minutes

“Chairman Giroux asked if anyone from the public wished to speak Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to close the public hearing. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -- Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve National Grid Verizon , Plan # 24160406 to relocate 37 poles on Billerica Avenue to 18" from roadway edge per town request

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen approve National Grid Verizon , Plan # 24160406 to relocate 37 poles on Billerica Avenue to 18" from roadway edge per town request. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -- Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen approve National Grid Verizon , Plan # 24160406 to relocate 37 poles on Billerica Avenue to 18" from roadway edge per town request. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -- Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Close the public hearing

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to close the public hearing. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to close the public hearing. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Of Selectman approve National Grid, Plan #241660406-UG to install 2- 5" conduits and one manhole from existing pole 25 to existing pole 31, contingent upon a site walk

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · No count or names in the minutes

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa made a motion that the Board of Selectman approve National Grid, Plan #241660406-UG to install 2- 5" conduits and one manhole from existing pole 25 to existing pole 31, contingent upon a site walk. It was voted

The minutes record the result but no count or names.

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa made a motion that the Board of Selectman approve National Grid, Plan #241660406-UG to install 2- 5" conduits and one manhole from existing pole 25 to existing pole 31, contingent upon a site walk. It was voted.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve a License for David Neilson, d/b/a Coastal Vineyards, 61 Pardon Hill Road, South Dartmouth, MA for the sale of wine at Farmer's Market on Mondays, from Monday, June 24, 2019 to Monday...

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen approve a License for David Neilson, d/b/a Coastal Vineyards, 61 Pardon Hill Road, South Dartmouth, MA for the sale of wine at Farmer's Market on Mondays, from Monday, June 24, 2019 to Monday October 7, 2019 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen approve a License for David Neilson, d/b/a Coastal Vineyards, 61 Pardon Hill Road, South Dartmouth, MA for the sale of wine at Farmer's Market on Mondays, from Monday, June 24, 2019 to Monday October 7, 2019 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Whereas, Town of Billerica after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of: WWTF & Pump Station Upgrades is both in the public interest and necessary to protect...

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

To Authorize the Town Manager to file Applications and Execute Agreements for grant or loan assistance relative to Article 27 of the 2019 Spring Town Meeting Wastewater Treatment and Pump Station Improvements Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa motioned whereas, Town of Billerica after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of: WWTF & Pump Station Upgrades is both in the public interest and necessary to protect the public health, and that to undertake this activity, it is necessary to apply for assistance; and whereas, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection the (MassDEP) and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust,( the "Trust") of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, pursuant to Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C of the General Laws of the Commonwealth,(Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C) are authorized to make Loans to municipalities for the purpose of funding, planning and construction activities relative to Water Pollution Abatement Projects; and whereas the Applicant has examined the provisions of the Act, Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C and believes it to be in the public interest to file a loan application. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Selectmen as follows: that the Town Manger is hereby authorized on behalf of the Applicant to file applications and execute agreement for grant and/or loan assistance as well as furnishing such information, data and documents pertaining to the applicant for a grant{s) and/or loan{s} as

From the minutes

“To Authorize the Town Manager to file Applications and Execute Agreements for grant or loan assistance relative to Article 27 of the 2019 Spring Town Meeting Wastewater Treatment and Pump Station Improvements Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa motioned whereas, Town of Billerica after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of: WWTF & Pump Station Upgrades is both in the public interest and necessary to protect the public health, and that to undertake this activity, it is necessary to apply for assistance; and whereas, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection the (MassDEP) and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust,( the "Trust") of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, pursuant to Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C of the General Laws of the Commonwealth,(Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C) are authorized to make Loans to municipalities for the purpose of funding, planning and construction activities relative to Water Pollution Abatement Projects; and whereas the Applicant has examined the provisions of the Act, Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C and believes it to be in the public interest to file a loan application. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Selectmen as follows: that the Town Manger is hereby authorized on behalf of the Applicant to file applications and execute agreement for grant and/or loan assistance as well as furnishing such information, data and documents pertaining to the applicant for a grant{s) and/or loan{s} as may be required, and otherwise to act as the authorized representative of the Applicant in connection with this application. That the purpose of said loan(s), if awarded, shall be to fund construction activities. That if said award is made the Applicant agrees to pay those costs which constitute the required applicant's share of the project cost. It was voted: Selectman Burns-Aye Selectman Deslaurier-Aye Selectman Rosa - Aye Selectman Conway - Aye Selectman Giroux - Aye.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Selectman Giroux - Aye

Whereas, Town of Billerica after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of Water Treatment Plans Upgrades is both in the public interest and necessary to protect...

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa motioned whereas, Town of Billerica after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of Water Treatment Plans Upgrades is both in the public interest and necessary to protect the public health, and that to undertake this activity, it is necessary to apply for assistance; and whereas, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection the (MassDEP) and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust,( the "Trust") of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, pursuant to Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C of the General Laws of the Commonwealth,(Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C) are authorized to make Loans to municipalities for the purpose of funding, planning and construction activities relative to Drinking Water Protection Projects; and whereas the Applicant has examined the provisions of the Act, Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C and believes it to be in the public interest to file a loan application. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Selectmen as follows: that the Town Manager is hereby authorized on behalf of the Applicant to file applications and execute agreement for grant(s) and/or loan assistance as well as furnishing such information, data and documents pertaining to the applicant for a grant(s) and/or loan(s) as may be required, and otherwise to act as the authorized representative of the Applicant in connection with this application. That the purpose of said loan(s), if awarded, shall be to fund construction act

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa motioned whereas, Town of Billerica after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of Water Treatment Plans Upgrades is both in the public interest and necessary to protect the public health, and that to undertake this activity, it is necessary to apply for assistance; and whereas, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection the (MassDEP) and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust,( the "Trust") of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, pursuant to Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C of the General Laws of the Commonwealth,(Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C) are authorized to make Loans to municipalities for the purpose of funding, planning and construction activities relative to Drinking Water Protection Projects; and whereas the Applicant has examined the provisions of the Act, Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C and believes it to be in the public interest to file a loan application. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Selectmen as follows: that the Town Manager is hereby authorized on behalf of the Applicant to file applications and execute agreement for grant(s) and/or loan assistance as well as furnishing such information, data and documents pertaining to the applicant for a grant(s) and/or loan(s) as may be required, and otherwise to act as the authorized representative of the Applicant in connection with this application. That the purpose of said loan(s), if awarded, shall be to fund construction activities. That if said award is made the Applicant agrees to pay those costs which constitute the required applicant's share of the project cost. It was voted: Selectman Burns-Aye Selectman Deslaurier-Aye Selectman Rosa - Aye Selectman Conway - Aye Selectman Giroux - Aye.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Refer to the Traffic Management Committee signs for a truck restriction for commercial trucks on Bridge Street from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. and also investigate "No Engine Breaking" in the entirety...

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, voted to refer to the Traffic Management Committee signs for a truck restriction for commercial trucks on Bridge Street from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. and also investigate "No Engine Breaking" in the entirety of the Town it can be applied to. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, voted to refer to the Traffic Management Committee signs for a truck restriction for commercial trucks on Bridge Street from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. and also investigate "No Engine Breaking" in the entirety of the Town it can be applied to. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appointments Board of Selectmen

Appoint Sal D'Ampolo to the Board of Appeals as a regular member

Minutes, page 11

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Appointments Board of Selectmen Board of Appeals Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Sal D'Ampolo to the Board of Appeals as a regular member. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Appointments Board of Selectmen Board of Appeals Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Sal D'Ampolo to the Board of Appeals as a regular member. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Ralph McKenna as an alternate member of the Board of Appeals

Minutes, page 11

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Ralph McKenna as an alternate member of the Board of Appeals. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -- Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Ralph McKenna as an alternate member of the Board of Appeals. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -- Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Angela LoGuidice as a member of the Arts Council

Minutes, page 11

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Arts Council Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Angela LoGuidice as a member of the Arts Council. It was voted: 5 -In Favor

From the minutes

“Arts Council Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Angela LoGuidice as a member of the Arts Council. It was voted: 5 -In Favor.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Benjamin Perry as a member of the Arts Council It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

Minutes, page 11

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

0 - Cpposed Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Benjamin Perry as a member of the Arts Council It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“0 - Cpposed Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Benjamin Perry as a member of the Arts Council It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Josh Huffines as a member of the Cabot Land Use Committee It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Cabot Land Use Committee Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Josh Huffines as a member of the Cabot Land Use Committee It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Cabot Land Use Committee Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Josh Huffines as a member of the Cabot Land Use Committee It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Donna Fitzgerald as a member of the Cabot Land Use Committee

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Donna Fitzgerald as a member of the Cabot Land Use Committee. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0-- Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Donna Fitzgerald as a member of the Cabot Land Use Committee. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0-- Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Maria Martin as a member of the Commission on Disability It was voted: 5 --In Favor 0 - Opposed

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Commission on Disability Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Maria Martin as a member of the Commission on Disability It was voted: 5 --In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Commission on Disability Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Maria Martin as a member of the Commission on Disability It was voted: 5 --In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Raymond Ellis as a member of the Commission on Disability

Minutes, page 12

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Raymond Ellis as a member of the Commission on Disability. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0- Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Raymond Ellis as a member of the Commission on Disability. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0- Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Mary Leach as a member of the Community Preservation Committee

Minutes, page 18

AppointFailed · 2–3

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Mary Leach as a member of the Community Preservation Committee. It was voted: 2 -In Favor 3 - Opposed (Selectmen Conway, Deslaurier, and Giroux)

Yes: Burns, RosaNo: Conway, Deslaurier, GirouxThe minutes name Kimberly Conway (no), Andrew Deslaurier (no) and Edward Giroux (no) and give the count as 2-3-0; with 5 members present, the other members (Michael Rosa and Daniel Burns) are shown voting yes.

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Mary Leach as a member of the Community Preservation Committee. It was voted: 2 -In Favor 3 - Opposed (Selectmen Conway, Deslaurier, and Giroux).” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Chris Mason to the Community Preservation Committee

Minutes, page 18

AppointPassed · 3–2

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Chris Mason to the Community Preservation Committee. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 2 - Opposed (Selectmen Burns and Rosa)

Yes: Conway, Deslaurier, GirouxNo: Burns, Rosa

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Chris Mason to the Community Preservation Committee. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 2 - Opposed (Selectmen Burns and Rosa).” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Diane DePaso as a member of the Conservation Commission

Minutes, page 19

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Diane DePaso as a member of the Conservation Commission. It was voted: 5 -In Favor O-- Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Diane DePaso as a member of the Conservation Commission. It was voted: 5 -In Favor O-- Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

O-- Opposed

Appoint Jeff Connell as a member of the Conservation Commission

Minutes, page 19

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Jeff Connell as a member of the Conservation Commission. It was voted: 5 -- In Favor 0- Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Jeff Connell as a member of the Conservation Commission. It was voted: 5 -- In Favor 0- Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Historic Districts Commission

Appoint Mary McBride as a member of the Historic Districts Commission

Minutes, page 20

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Historic Districts Commission Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Mary McBride as a member of the Historic Districts Commission. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Historic Districts Commission Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Mary McBride as a member of the Historic Districts Commission. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Andrew Boisvert as a member of the Historical Commission

Minutes, page 20

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Historical Commission Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Andrew Boisvert as a member of the Historical Commission. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Historical Commission Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Andrew Boisvert as a member of the Historical Commission. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Catherine Shubin as a member of the Affordable Housing Trust in the capacity of a Real Estate Agency

Minutes, page 20

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Housing Trust Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Catherine Shubin as a member of the Affordable Housing Trust in the capacity of a Real Estate Agency. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Housing Trust Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Catherine Shubin as a member of the Affordable Housing Trust in the capacity of a Real Estate Agency. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Michael Rosa, as a member of the Scholarship Foundation Committee

Minutes, page 20

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Scholarship Foundation Committee Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Michael Rosa, as a member of the Scholarship Foundation Committee. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Scholarship Foundation Committee Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Michael Rosa, as a member of the Scholarship Foundation Committee. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Catherine Shubin as a member of the Scholarship Foundation Committee

Minutes, page 21

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Catherine Shubin as a member of the Scholarship Foundation Committee. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Catherine Shubin as a member of the Scholarship Foundation Committee. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Darlene Torre as a member of the Scholarship Foundation Committee It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

Minutes, page 21

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Darlene Torre as a member of the Scholarship Foundation Committee It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Darlene Torre as a member of the Scholarship Foundation Committee It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Joseph Fiumara, as a member of the Traffic Management Committee from North Billerica

Minutes, page 22

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Joseph Fiumara, as a member of the Traffic Management Committee from North Billerica. It was voted: 5 --in Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Joseph Fiumara, as a member of the Traffic Management Committee from North Billerica. It was voted: 5 --in Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint John Gagliardi as a member of the Traffic Management Committee from the Center

Minutes, page 22

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint John Gagliardi as a member of the Traffic Management Committee from the Center. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -- Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint John Gagliardi as a member of the Traffic Management Committee from the Center. It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 -- Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Appoint Guy Gill as a Bonded Constable for the Town of Billerica

Minutes, page 22

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Board of Selectmen Appointment Bonded Constable - Guy Gill Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Guy Gill as a Bonded Constable for the Town of Billerica. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Board of Selectmen Appointment Bonded Constable - Guy Gill Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to appoint Guy Gill as a Bonded Constable for the Town of Billerica. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Grant permission for the SuAsCo Watershed Council to place four (4) signs on the Town Common the week of June 17, 2019 to advertise the 20" anniversary of Riverfest

Minutes, page 22

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen grant permission for the SuAsCo Watershed Council to place four (4) signs on the Town Common the week of June 17, 2019 to advertise the 20" anniversary of Riverfest. The events to be held on June 21-June 23". It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen grant permission for the SuAsCo Watershed Council to place four (4) signs on the Town Common the week of June 17, 2019 to advertise the 20" anniversary of Riverfest. The events to be held on June 21-June 23". It was voted: 5 - In Favor 0 - Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

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

Set the Town's water rates per the recommendation per Exhibit 1 for in town and out of town

Minutes, page 25

ApprovePassed · 3–2

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Deslaurier, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen set the Town's water rates per the recommendation per Exhibit 1 for in town and out of town. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 2 - Opposed (Selectmen Burns and Rosa)

Yes: Conway, Deslaurier, GirouxNo: Burns, Rosa

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Deslaurier, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen set the Town's water rates per the recommendation per Exhibit 1 for in town and out of town. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 2 - Opposed (Selectmen Burns and Rosa).” (Motion: Conway, second: Deslaurier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 25 (PDF)

Rosa)

Set the Town's sewer rates per the recommendation per Exhibit 1a for in town and out of town and number of bedrooms

Minutes, page 26

ApprovePassed · 3–2

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Deslaurier, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen set the Town's sewer rates per the recommendation per Exhibit 1a for in town and out of town and number of bedrooms. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 2 - Opposed (Selectmen Burns and Rosa}

Yes: Conway, Deslaurier, GirouxNo: Burns, Rosa

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Deslaurier, made a motion that the Board of Selectmen set the Town's sewer rates per the recommendation per Exhibit 1a for in town and out of town and number of bedrooms. It was voted: 3 -In Favor 2 - Opposed (Selectmen Burns and Rosa}.” (Motion: Conway, second: Deslaurier)

Read it in the official minutes, page 26 (PDF)

Approval of Statement of Claim for 29 Andover Road

Approve the Town Manager making a Statement of Claim for 29 Andover Road

Minutes, page 26

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to approve the Town Manager making a Statement of Claim for 29 Andover Road. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0- Opposed

From the minutes

“Selectman Conway, seconded by Selectman Rosa, made a motion to approve the Town Manager making a Statement of Claim for 29 Andover Road. It was voted: 5 -In Favor 0- Opposed.” (Motion: Conway, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 26 (PDF)

ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn

Minutes, page 27

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

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

From the minutes

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 27 (PDF)

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