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Billerica Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting

December 18, 2023

23 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Michael Riley, Kimberly Conway, Andrew Deslaurier, Michael Rosa, John Burrows

Absent: None

During the meeting:

  • John Burrows took part remotely.
  • John Burrows left the meeting before it ended (8:04 PM).

Every vote, in order

Open the public hearing for National Grid #30869841 for 14 Estey Road at 7:02 PM

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Public Hearing for National Grid #30869841 - National Grid to install approximately 220' of #2 al 1-1C in 2-3" Conduits from Pole 8 Jennings Road to new 50 KVA Transformer on Private Property of 10 Estey Road, Billerica in Order to Supply Electric Service to New Home Located at 14 Estey Road, Carlisle, MA MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid #30869841 for 14 Estey Road at 7:02 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“Public Hearing for National Grid #30869841 - National Grid to install approximately 220' of #2 al 1-1C in 2-3" Conduits from Pole 8 Jennings Road to new 50 KVA Transformer on Private Property of 10 Estey Road, Billerica in Order to Supply Electric Service to New Home Located at 14 Estey Road, Carlisle, MA MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid #30869841 for 14 Estey Road at 7:02 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Continue the public hearing for National Grid #30869841 for 14 Estey Road until January 8, 2024 at 7:00 PM

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to continue the public hearing for National Grid #30869841 for 14 Estey Road until January 8, 2024 at 7:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0- 0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to continue the public hearing for National Grid #30869841 for 14 Estey Road until January 8, 2024 at 7:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0- 0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Approve the Select Board minutes of October 16, 2023 as presented

Minutes, page 1

Approve minutesPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

October 16, 2023 MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to approve the Select Board minutes of October 16, 2023 as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“October 16, 2023 MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to approve the Select Board minutes of October 16, 2023 as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Appointments

Appoint Jason Gale to the Commission on Disabilities as a family member

Minutes, page 2

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Commission on Disabilities - Jason Gale (Family Member) MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to appoint Jason Gale to the Commission on Disabilities as a family member. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“Commission on Disabilities - Jason Gale (Family Member) MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to appoint Jason Gale to the Commission on Disabilities as a family member. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Set the Annual Town Election for April 6, 2024 from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to set the Annual Town Election for April 6, 2024 from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to set the Annual Town Election for April 6, 2024 from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Set the Annual Town Meeting for Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00 PM

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to set the Annual Town Meeting for Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to set the Annual Town Meeting for Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Put a letter of commendation in Kyle Grant's personnel file

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to put a letter of commendation in Kyle Grant's personnel file. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to put a letter of commendation in Kyle Grant's personnel file. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Budget Process/Goals

Approve the Retirement Policy for Town Employees as presented

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Member Rosa made a motion to approve the Retirement Policy for Town Employees as presented. The motion was seconded by Secretary Deslaurier and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Member Rosa made a motion to approve the Retirement Policy for Town Employees as presented. The motion was seconded by Secretary Deslaurier and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Deslaurier)

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

Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Restaurant License for Caipirinha's Sports Bar and Grill with the removal of the Pool Tables from their license

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

All Alcohol Restaurants/Club §12 - 15 For Approval MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Restaurant License for Caipirinha's Sports Bar and Grill with the removal of the Pool Tables from their license. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“All Alcohol Restaurants/Club §12 - 15 For Approval MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Restaurant License for Caipirinha's Sports Bar and Grill with the removal of the Pool Tables from their license. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Restaurant License for Maggie's Other Farm with the removal of all entertainment from their license

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Restaurant License for Maggie's Other Farm with the removal of all entertainment from their license. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Restaurant License for Maggie's Other Farm with the removal of all entertainment from their license. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Approve the 2024 License Renewals for the All Alcohol Restaurants FOR Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant and Cantina, The Center Café, Country Club of Billerica, Garrison's, Nana 7 Japanese Steak...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 License Renewals for the All Alcohol Restaurants FOR Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant and Cantina, The Center Café, Country Club of Billerica, Garrison's, Nana 7 Japanese Steak House, Newtown Grille, Purple Bamboo, Riverview Restaurant, Hanley's Pinehurst Tavern, and Stelios Family Restaurant. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 License Renewals for the All Alcohol Restaurants FOR Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant and Cantina, The Center Café, Country Club of Billerica, Garrison's, Nana 7 Japanese Steak House, Newtown Grille, Purple Bamboo, Riverview Restaurant, Hanley's Pinehurst Tavern, and Stelios Family Restaurant. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Club License FOR the Billerica Lodge of Elks #2071 with a change in hours to the Common Victualler's Hours ONLY on Sunday from 8:00 AM to 1:00...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Club License FOR the Billerica Lodge of Elks #2071 with a change in hours to the Common Victualler's Hours ONLY on Sunday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM. The Alcohol Hours remain the same. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Club License FOR the Billerica Lodge of Elks #2071 with a change in hours to the Common Victualler's Hours ONLY on Sunday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM. The Alcohol Hours remain the same. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Club Licenses FOR the Billerica Moose Lodge #2648 and VFW Post (Solomon) #8819

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Club Licenses FOR the Billerica Moose Lodge #2648 and VFW Post (Solomon) #8819. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the All Alcohol Club Licenses FOR the Billerica Moose Lodge #2648 and VFW Post (Solomon) #8819. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Approve the 2024 Renewals for the Wine and Malt Restaurants FOR the Hungry Tiger Restaurant

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Wine & Malt Restaurants/Hotel §12 - 2 For Approval MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 Renewals for the Wine and Malt Restaurants FOR the Hungry Tiger Restaurant. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“Wine & Malt Restaurants/Hotel §12 - 2 For Approval MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 Renewals for the Wine and Malt Restaurants FOR the Hungry Tiger Restaurant. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the Wine and Malt Innkeeper for Homewood Suites subject to the approval of the Fire and Building Departments and the continuation of the Fire Detail (24 hours...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · 3–2

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the Wine and Malt Innkeeper for Homewood Suites subject to the approval of the Fire and Building Departments and the continuation of the Fire Detail (24 hours a day/7 days a week). If the Fire system is not working by January 1, 2024, then the license is not approved. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and voted 3-2.

The minutes give the count as 3-2 but do not say who voted no or abstained. Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 License Renewal for the Wine and Malt Innkeeper for Homewood Suites subject to the approval of the Fire and Building Departments and the continuation of the Fire Detail (24 hours a day/7 days a week). If the Fire system is not working by January 1, 2024, then the license is not approved. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and voted 3-2..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

No, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted No, and Chair Riley voted Aye

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · 3–2

On a roll call: Secretary Deslaurier voted No, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted No, and Chair Riley voted Aye.

Yes: Conway, Riley, RosaNo: Burrows, DeslaurierThe minutes do not say who made this motion.

From the minutes

“On a roll call: Secretary Deslaurier voted No, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted No, and Chair Riley voted Aye..”

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

Approve the 2024 License Renewals for the Common Victuallers Establishments FOR Indian Style, Pro Fitness, Shawsheen Valley Technical High School, Silvio's Pizza, Wendy's and Zesty's Pizza

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

C. Common Victualler's - 5 For Approval MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 License Renewals for the Common Victuallers Establishments FOR Indian Style, Pro Fitness, Shawsheen Valley Technical High School, Silvio's Pizza, Wendy's and Zesty's Pizza. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“c. Common Victualler's - 5 For Approval MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 License Renewals for the Common Victuallers Establishments FOR Indian Style, Pro Fitness, Shawsheen Valley Technical High School, Silvio's Pizza, Wendy's and Zesty's Pizza. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Approve the 2024 Secondhand Dealer's License FOR Jennier's Jewelers

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Secondhand Dealers - 1 For Approval MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 Secondhand Dealer's License FOR Jennier's Jewelers. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“Secondhand Dealers - 1 For Approval MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 Secondhand Dealer's License FOR Jennier's Jewelers. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

Approve the 2024 Marijuana License FOR Community Care Collective

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · 3–2

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 Marijuana License FOR Community Care Collective. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and voted 3-2-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted No, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted No and Chair Riley voted Aye.

Yes: Conway, Deslaurier, RileyNo: Burrows, Rosa

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the 2024 Marijuana License FOR Community Care Collective. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and voted 3-2-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted No, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted No and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the request for extended hours on New Years Eve to 2:00 AM for Caipirinha's located at 512 Middlesex Turnpike

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the request for extended hours on New Years Eve to 2:00 AM for Caipirinha's located at 512 Middlesex Turnpike. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the request for extended hours on New Years Eve to 2:00 AM for Caipirinha's located at 512 Middlesex Turnpike. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Approve the Common Victualler's License for CDRD Catering, dba What the Fork Catering located at 265 Boston Road, Units A & B subject to the approval of the Board of Health permit, the ZBA Special...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the Common Victualler's License for CDRD Catering, dba What the Fork Catering located at 265 Boston Road, Units A & B subject to the approval of the Board of Health permit, the ZBA Special Permit Conditions (#22-77) and Hours of Operation of 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Monday- Sunday. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to Approve the Common Victualler's License for CDRD Catering, dba What the Fork Catering located at 265 Boston Road, Units A & B subject to the approval of the Board of Health permit, the ZBA Special Permit Conditions (#22-77) and Hours of Operation of 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Monday- Sunday. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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Go into Executive Session to discuss litigation of the Town Center and what has been filed on behalf of the Select Board

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralFailed · 2–3

Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 21 (A)(3) To Discuss Strategy With Respect to Collective Bargaining or Litigation if an Open Meeting May Have a Detrimental Effect on the Bargaining or Litigating Position of the Public Body and the Chair so Declares - Discuss Litigation of the Town Center and What Has Been Filed on Behalf of the Select Board MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss litigation of the Town Center and what has been filed on behalf of the Select Board. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and voted 2-3-0. On a roll call: Secretary Deslaurier voted No, Member Rosa voted No, Vice Chair Conway voted No, Member Burrows voted Aye, and Chair Riley voted No. The motion failed.

The minutes give the count as 2-3-0 but name Andrew Deslaurier (no), Michael Rosa (no), Kimberly Conway (no), John Burrows (yes) and Michael Riley (no), which does not add up with the 5 members present. Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, Section 21 (A)(3) To Discuss Strategy With Respect to Collective Bargaining or Litigation if an Open Meeting May Have a Detrimental Effect on the Bargaining or Litigating Position of the Public Body and the Chair so Declares - Discuss Litigation of the Town Center and What Has Been Filed on Behalf of the Select Board MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss litigation of the Town Center and what has been filed on behalf of the Select Board. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and voted 2-3-0. On a roll call: Secretary Deslaurier voted No, Member Rosa voted No, Vice Chair Conway voted No, Member Burrows voted Aye, and Chair Riley voted No. The motion failed..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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Adjourn

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · 4–0

MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to adjourn the Select Board meeting of December 18, 2023 @ 8:06 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, and Chair Riley voted Aye.

Yes: Conway, Deslaurier, Riley, RosaJohn Burrows had left the meeting at 8:04 PM before this vote and is not shown voting.

From the minutes

“MOTION - Secretary Deslaurier made a motion to adjourn the Select Board meeting of December 18, 2023 @ 8:06 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 4-0-0. On a roll call: Secretary Deslaurier voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Conway voted Aye, and Chair Riley voted Aye..” (Motion: Deslaurier, second: Rosa)

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

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