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February 24, 2025
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: John Burrows, Dina Favreau, Michael Rosa, Kimberly Conway, Michael Riley
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Kimberly Conway took part remotely.
- Kimberly Conway arrived after the meeting began (6:03 PM).
- Michael Riley stepped out of the meeting for part of it.
Every vote, in order
Accept the donation per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A from the Estate of Anthony R. Cataldo for the Billerica Fire Department in the amount of $10,000
Discussion and Possible Vote on Gift Acceptance - Donation From the Estate of Anthony R. Cataldo to the Billerica Fire Department MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to accept the donation per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A from the Estate of Anthony R. Cataldo for the Billerica Fire Department in the amount of $10,000. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
From the minutes
“Discussion and Possible Vote on Gift Acceptance - Donation From the Estate of Anthony R. Cataldo to the Billerica Fire Department MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to accept the donation per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A from the Estate of Anthony R. Cataldo for the Billerica Fire Department in the amount of $10,000. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Use the $10,000 to purchase ice water rescue suits and related equipment
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion that the Town use the $10,000 to purchase ice water rescue suits and related equipment. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa 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 that the Town use the $10,000 to purchase ice water rescue suits and related equipment. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Give up the Town's right of refusal for 159 Allen Road, Unit #22
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to give up the Town's right of refusal for 159 Allen Road, Unit #22. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa 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 give up the Town's right of refusal for 159 Allen Road, Unit #22. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the entertainment license for the Billerica Community Farmer's Market from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Mondays from June 16th through October 6th, 2025
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the entertainment license for the Billerica Community Farmer's Market from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Mondays from June 16th through October 6th, 2025. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa 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 approve the entertainment license for the Billerica Community Farmer's Market from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Mondays from June 16th through October 6th, 2025. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Town Common on market days
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Town Common on market days. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa 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 approve (4) 18" x 24" Signs on the Town Common on market days. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Waive all fees associated with the Billerica Community Farmer's Market
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to waive all fees associated with the Billerica Community Farmer's Market. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa 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 waive all fees associated with the Billerica Community Farmer's Market. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Appoint Polixeny "Jenny" Economon as the tenant member of the Billerica Housing Authority
MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to appoint Polixeny "Jenny" Economon as the tenant member of the Billerica Housing Authority. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa 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 appoint Polixeny "Jenny" Economon as the tenant member of the Billerica Housing Authority. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of October 28, 2024 Special Meeting as submitted
October 28, 2024 Special Meeting MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of October 28, 2024 Special Meeting as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
From the minutes
“October 28, 2024 Special Meeting MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of October 28, 2024 Special Meeting as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of November 4, 2024 Regular Session as submitted
November 4, 2024 Regular Session MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of November 4, 2024 Regular Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
From the minutes
“November 4, 2024 Regular Session MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of November 4, 2024 Regular Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of November 22, 2024 Special Session as submitted
November 22, 2024 Special Meeting MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of November 22, 2024 Special Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
From the minutes
“November 22, 2024 Special Meeting MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of November 22, 2024 Special Session as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of December 5, 2024 Special Meeting as submitted
December 5, 2024 Special Meeting MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of December 5, 2024 Special Meeting as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
From the minutes
“December 5, 2024 Special Meeting MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of December 5, 2024 Special Meeting as submitted. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Adjourn
Meeting Schedule March 3, 2025 and March 17, 2025 MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting of February 24, 2025 at 8:50 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye.
From the minutes
“Meeting Schedule March 3, 2025 and March 17, 2025 MOTION - Secretary Rosa made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting of February 24, 2025 at 8:50 PM. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Member Conway voted Aye, Secretary Rosa voted Aye, Member Riley voted Aye, Vice Chair Favreau voted Aye and Chair Burrows voted Aye..” (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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