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January 27, 2025
26 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.
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Present: John Burrows, Dina Favreau, Michael Rosa, Kimberly Conway, Michael Riley
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Open the public hearing for the transfer of license from JP Retailers, Inc to Heri Sairam, Inc at 6:02 PM
Transfer of Off-Premises Wine and Malt License §15 FROM JP Retailers, Inc. dba JP Beer and Wine TO Heri Sairam Inc. dba Shop & Go at the premises located at 326 Salem Road, Billerica, MA MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to open the public hearing for the transfer of license from JP Retailers, Inc to Heri Sairam, Inc at 6:02 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Transfer of Off-Premises Wine and Malt License §15 FROM JP Retailers, Inc. dba JP Beer and Wine TO Heri Sairam Inc. dba Shop & Go at the premises located at 326 Salem Road, Billerica, MA MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to open the public hearing for the transfer of license from JP Retailers, Inc to Heri Sairam, Inc at 6:02 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Close the public hearing at 6:06 PM
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to close the public hearing at 6:06 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to close the public hearing at 6:06 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the transfer of the wine and malt license §15 FROM JP Retailers, Inc. dba JP Beer and Wine TO Heri Sairam Inc. dba Shop & Go at the premises located at 326 Salem Road, Billerica, MA with...
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the transfer of the wine and malt license §15 FROM JP Retailers, Inc. dba JP Beer and Wine TO Heri Sairam Inc. dba Shop & Go at the premises located at 326 Salem Road, Billerica, MA with the hours of operations Monday-Saturday 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the transfer of the wine and malt license §15 FROM JP Retailers, Inc. dba JP Beer and Wine TO Heri Sairam Inc. dba Shop & Go at the premises located at 326 Salem Road, Billerica, MA with the hours of operations Monday-Saturday 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Open the public hearing for a new off-premises wine and malt license for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop at premises located at 772 Boston Road at 6:08 PM
New Off-Premises Wine and Malt License §15 for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop at the premises located at 772 Boston Road, Billerica, MA MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to open the public hearing for a new off-premises wine and malt license for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop at premises located at 772 Boston Road at 6:08 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“New Off-Premises Wine and Malt License §15 for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop at the premises located at 772 Boston Road, Billerica, MA MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to open the public hearing for a new off-premises wine and malt license for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop at premises located at 772 Boston Road at 6:08 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Close the public hearing for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop located at 772 Boston Road at 6:13 PM
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to close the public hearing for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop located at 772 Boston Road at 6:13 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Conway voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to close the public hearing for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop located at 772 Boston Road at 6:13 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Conway voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approves the new off-premises Wine and Malt License §15 for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop at the premises located at 772 Boston Road, Billerica, MA
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion that the Select Board approves the new off-premises Wine and Malt License §15 for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop at the premises located at 772 Boston Road, Billerica, MA. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion that the Select Board approves the new off-premises Wine and Malt License §15 for Para Mart, Inc. dba One Stop at the premises located at 772 Boston Road, Billerica, MA. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Set the Town Election for April 5th from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to set the Town Election for April 5th from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to set the Town Election for April 5th from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Start the Spring Town Meeting on May 6th at 7:00 PM
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to start the Spring Town Meeting on May 6th at 7:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to start the Spring Town Meeting on May 6th at 7:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
(the minutes do not state the motion)
MOTION - Secretary Rosa stated that the Select Board vote to Opt-Out of voting by mail for early voting. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and voted 4-1-0. Vice Chair Favreau voted against the motion.
Yes: Burrows, Conway, Riley, RosaNo: FavreauThe minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa stated that the Select Board vote to Opt-Out of voting by mail for early voting. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and voted 4-1-0. Vice Chair Favreau voted against the motion..” (second: Favreau)
In person early voting will be held on March 31st from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM and April 1st and 2nd from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion that in person early voting will be held on March 31st from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM and April 1st and 2nd from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion that in person early voting will be held on March 31st from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM and April 1st and 2nd from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Common from March 15, 2025 to April 12, 2025 for the Family Health and Safety Fair on April 12, 2025 at the Elks Lodge
Request for (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Common from March 15, 2025 to April 12, 2025 for the Family Health and Safety Fair on April 12, 2025 at the Elks Lodge - Requested by Bethany Slack, MPH Board of Health MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Common from March 15, 2025 to April 12, 2025 for the Family Health and Safety Fair on April 12, 2025 at the Elks Lodge. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Request for (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Common from March 15, 2025 to April 12, 2025 for the Family Health and Safety Fair on April 12, 2025 at the Elks Lodge - Requested by Bethany Slack, MPH Board of Health MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Common from March 15, 2025 to April 12, 2025 for the Family Health and Safety Fair on April 12, 2025 at the Elks Lodge. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Common from January 28, 2025 until February 28, 2025 for the Annual Clean Up Green Up Day on April 26, 2025
Request for (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Common from January 28, 2025 until February 28, 2025 for the Annual Clean Up Green Up Day on April 26, 2025 - Requested by Michael Parker MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Common from January 28, 2025 until February 28, 2025 for the Annual Clean Up Green Up Day on April 26, 2025. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Request for (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Common from January 28, 2025 until February 28, 2025 for the Annual Clean Up Green Up Day on April 26, 2025 - Requested by Michael Parker MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the request for (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Common from January 28, 2025 until February 28, 2025 for the Annual Clean Up Green Up Day on April 26, 2025. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Adopt the recommendations of the Mission Statement and Objectives submitted including the State guidelines
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion that the Select Board adopt the recommendations of the Mission Statement and Objectives submitted including the State guidelines. The motion is seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion that the Select Board adopt the recommendations of the Mission Statement and Objectives submitted including the State guidelines. The motion is seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Put a letter in the file of Mr. Hand
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to put a letter in the file of Mr. Hand. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to put a letter in the file of Mr. Hand. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of September 23, 2024 Regular Session as submitted
September 23, 2024 Regular Session MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of September 23, 2024 Regular Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“September 23, 2024 Regular Session MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of September 23, 2024 Regular Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of October 7, 2024 Regular Session as submitted
October 7, 2024 Regular Session MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of October 7, 2024 Regular Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“October 7, 2024 Regular Session MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of October 7, 2024 Regular Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of October 7, 2024 Special Session as submitted
October 7, 2024 Special Meeting MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of October 7, 2024 Special Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“October 7, 2024 Special Meeting MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of October 7, 2024 Special Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of December 16, 2024 Regular Session as submitted
December 16, 2024 Regular Session MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of December 16, 2024 Regular Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“December 16, 2024 Regular Session MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of December 16, 2024 Regular Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Go into Executive Session to G.L. c. 30A, § 21 (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A §...
Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A § 22(f), (g) - Review and Approval and Possible Redaction of Executive Session Minutes of January 6, 2025 MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to go into Executive Session to G.L. c. 30A, § 21 (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A § 22(f), (g) - Review and Approval and Possible Redaction of Executive Session Minutes of January 6, 2025. The Town of Billerica at TIME PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and voted 5-0-0. . On a roll call vote: Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Member Conway voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
From the minutes
“Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A § 22(f), (g) - Review and Approval and Possible Redaction of Executive Session Minutes of January 6, 2025 MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to go into Executive Session to G.L. c. 30A, § 21 (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A § 22(f), (g) - Review and Approval and Possible Redaction of Executive Session Minutes of January 6, 2025. The Town of Billerica at TIME PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and voted 5-0-0. . On a roll call vote: Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Member Conway voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21 (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A § 22(f), (g) - Request Unredacted Minutes of August 19, 2024 Previously Approved, Redacted and Released on MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to go into Executive Session to G.L. c. 30A, § 21 (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A § 22(f), (g) - Request Unredacted Minutes of August 19, 2024 Previously Approved, Redacted and Released on September 23, 2024 at TIME PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Member Conway voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
From the minutes
“Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21 (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A § 22(f), (g) - Request Unredacted Minutes of August 19, 2024 Previously Approved, Redacted and Released on MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to go into Executive Session to G.L. c. 30A, § 21 (7) to comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirements - Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A § 22(f), (g) - Request Unredacted Minutes of August 19, 2024 Previously Approved, Redacted and Released on September 23, 2024 at TIME PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Member Conway voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Adjourn
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting of January 27, 2025 at 8:43 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 4-1-0. Chair Burrows voting against.
The minutes say the vote was unanimous but also say John Burrows voted no. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting of January 27, 2025 at 8:43 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 4-1-0. Chair Burrows voting against..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
Approve the Executive Session Minutes of January 6, 2025 and release the redacted version as approved by Town Counsel
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion that the Select Board approve the Executive Session Minutes of January 6, 2025 and release the redacted version as approved by Town Counsel. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Conway voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion that the Select Board approve the Executive Session Minutes of January 6, 2025 and release the redacted version as approved by Town Counsel. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Conway voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Waive Attorney/Client privilege in the Femia case due to the fact the case is complete and we are required by law to release the minutes
MOTION - Vice Chair Favreau made a motion that the Select Board waive Attorney/Client privilege in the Femia case due to the fact the case is complete and we are required by law to release the minutes. The motion was seconded by Secretary Rosa and voted 3-2-0. On a roll call vote: Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Conway voted No, Member Riley voted No, Secretary Rosa voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
Yes: Burrows, Favreau, RosaNo: Conway, Riley
From the minutes
“MOTION - Vice Chair Favreau made a motion that the Select Board waive Attorney/Client privilege in the Femia case due to the fact the case is complete and we are required by law to release the minutes. The motion was seconded by Secretary Rosa and voted 3-2-0. On a roll call vote: Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Conway voted No, Member Riley voted No, Secretary Rosa voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Favreau, second: Rosa)
Release the unredacted minutes for Agenda Item #1 of the August 19, 2024 Executive Session which dealt with the John Femia case
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to release the unredacted minutes for Agenda Item #1 of the August 19, 2024 Executive Session which dealt with the John Femia case. This was due to the fact that the case has been settled. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and voted 4-1-0. On a roll call vote: Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Conway voted No, Member Riley voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
Yes: Burrows, Favreau, Riley, RosaNo: Conway
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to release the unredacted minutes for Agenda Item #1 of the August 19, 2024 Executive Session which dealt with the John Femia case. This was due to the fact that the case has been settled. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and voted 4-1-0. On a roll call vote: Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Conway voted No, Member Riley voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Come out of Executive Session at 8:42 PM
EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES Member Conway stated that she is voting no because we should be listening to our Town Counsel MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to come out of Executive Session at 8:42 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 4-1-0. On a roll call vote: Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Conway voted No, Member Riley voted No and Chair Burrows voted No.
The minutes say the vote was unanimous but also say Kimberly Conway, Michael Riley and John Burrows voted no. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES Member Conway stated that she is voting no because we should be listening to our Town Counsel MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to come out of Executive Session at 8:42 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 4-1-0. On a roll call vote: Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Conway voted No, Member Riley voted No and Chair Burrows voted No..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Adjourn
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting of January 27, 2025 at 8:43 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 4-1-0. On a roll call vote: Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Conway voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted No.
Yes: Conway, Favreau, Riley, RosaNo: BurrowsThe minutes say “unanimously voted 4-1-0” but the count and the roll call both record John Burrows voting no, so each member’s vote is shown as recorded.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting of January 27, 2025 at 8:43 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 4-1-0. On a roll call vote: Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye, Member Conway voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted No..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
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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