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April 7, 2025
38 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
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Present: John Burrows, Dina Favreau, Michael Rosa, Jillian Pavidis, Daniel Darris-O'Connor
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Appoint Michael Rosa as Chair
MOTION - Member Pavidis made a motion to appoint Michael Rosa as Chair. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and voted 4-0-0. Member Favreau voted Present.
Yes: Burrows, Darris-O'Connor, Pavidis, RosaAbstained: FavreauThe minutes say Dina Favreau voted “Present”, which the count leaves out; that member is shown as abstaining.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Member Pavidis made a motion to appoint Michael Rosa as Chair. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and voted 4-0-0. Member Favreau voted Present..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Appoint Jillian Pavidis as Secretary
MOTION - Member Darris-O'Connor made a motion to appoint Jillian Pavidis as Secretary. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Member Darris-O'Connor made a motion to appoint Jillian Pavidis as Secretary. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Favreau)
Appoint John Burrows as Vice Chair
MOTION - Chair Rosa made a motion to appoint John Burrows as Vice Chair. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and voted 2-2-0. Chair Rosa and Member Burrows voted in favor, Secretary Pavidis and Member Darris- O'Connor voted opposed and Member Favreau voted Present. The motion failed.
Yes: Burrows, RosaNo: Darris-O'Connor, PavidisAbstained: FavreauThe minutes say Dina Favreau voted “Present”, which the count leaves out; that member is shown as abstaining.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Chair Rosa made a motion to appoint John Burrows as Vice Chair. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and voted 2-2-0. Chair Rosa and Member Burrows voted in favor, Secretary Pavidis and Member Darris- O'Connor voted opposed and Member Favreau voted Present. The motion failed..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Appoint Daniel Darris-O'Connor as Vice Chair
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to appoint Daniel Darris-O'Connor as Vice Chair. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and voted 2-3-0. Secretary Pavidis and Member Darris-O'Connor voted in favor, Chair Rosa, Member Burrows and Member Favreau voted opposed.
Yes: Darris-O'Connor, PavidisNo: Burrows, Favreau, Rosa
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to appoint Daniel Darris-O'Connor as Vice Chair. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and voted 2-3-0. Secretary Pavidis and Member Darris-O'Connor voted in favor, Chair Rosa, Member Burrows and Member Favreau voted opposed..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Darris-O'Connor)
(the minutes do not state the motion)
The motion failed
The minutes record the result but no count or names. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
Appoint John Burrows as Vice Chair
MOTION - Chair Rosa made a motion to appoint John Burrows as Vice Chair. The motion was seconded by Member Burrows and voted 2-2-0. Chair Rosa and Member Burrows voted in favor, Secretary Pavidis and Member Darris- O'Connor voted opposed and Member Favreau voted Present. The motion failed.
Yes: Burrows, RosaNo: Darris-O'Connor, PavidisAbstained: FavreauThe minutes say Dina Favreau voted “Present”, which the count leaves out; that member is shown as abstaining.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Chair Rosa made a motion to appoint John Burrows as Vice Chair. The motion was seconded by Member Burrows and voted 2-2-0. Chair Rosa and Member Burrows voted in favor, Secretary Pavidis and Member Darris- O'Connor voted opposed and Member Favreau voted Present. The motion failed..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Burrows)
MOTION - Chair Rosa made a motion to appoint John Burrows as Vice Chair. The motion was seconded by Member Borrows and voted 2-2-0. Chair Rosa and Member Burrows voted in favor, Secretary Pavidis and Member Darris- O'Connor voted opposed and Member Favreau voted Present. The motion failed.
Yes: Burrows, RosaNo: Darris-O'Connor, PavidisAbstained: FavreauThe minutes say Dina Favreau voted “Present”, which the count leaves out; that member is shown as abstaining.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Chair Rosa made a motion to appoint John Burrows as Vice Chair. The motion was seconded by Member Borrows and voted 2-2-0. Chair Rosa and Member Burrows voted in favor, Secretary Pavidis and Member Darris- O'Connor voted opposed and Member Favreau voted Present. The motion failed..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Burrows)
Open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:20 PM
Public Hearing - National Grid and Verizon - #31061903 - (250 Treble Cove Road) - National Grid to install (1) JO Pole on River Street Ext. beginning at a point ~20' westerly from existing pole 68 River Street Ext. to accommodate underground electric relocation request for the Town of Billerica at the Water Treatment Plant MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:20 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Public Hearing - National Grid and Verizon - #31061903 - (250 Treble Cove Road) - National Grid to install (1) JO Pole on River Street Ext. beginning at a point ~20' westerly from existing pole 68 River Street Ext. to accommodate underground electric relocation request for the Town of Billerica at the Water Treatment Plant MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:20 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:21 PM
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:21 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:21 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Darris-O'Connor)
Approve the National Grid and Verizon pole petition #31061903 - (250 Treble Cove Road) - National Grid to install (1) JO Pole on River Street Ext. beginning at a point ~20' westerly from existing...
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the National Grid and Verizon pole petition #31061903 - (250 Treble Cove Road) - National Grid to install (1) JO Pole on River Street Ext. beginning at a point ~20' westerly from existing pole 68 River Street Ext. to accommodate underground electric relocation request for the Town of Billerica at the Water Treatment Plant. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the National Grid and Verizon pole petition #31061903 - (250 Treble Cove Road) - National Grid to install (1) JO Pole on River Street Ext. beginning at a point ~20' westerly from existing pole 68 River Street Ext. to accommodate underground electric relocation request for the Town of Billerica at the Water Treatment Plant. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:22 PM
Public Hearing - National Grid - #31061903 - (250 Treble Cove Road) - National Grid proposes to install a new 3 phase riser at new pole 68-50 and install ~10' of 4-4" conduits from pole 68-50 to edge of public way to accommodate relocation of underground electric facilities for the Town of Billerica at Billerica Water Treatment Plant off River Street Extension MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:22 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Public Hearing - National Grid - #31061903 - (250 Treble Cove Road) - National Grid proposes to install a new 3 phase riser at new pole 68-50 and install ~10' of 4-4" conduits from pole 68-50 to edge of public way to accommodate relocation of underground electric facilities for the Town of Billerica at Billerica Water Treatment Plant off River Street Extension MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:22 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:23 PM
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:23 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:23 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Darris-O'Connor)
Approve the National Grid 3 phase riser - #31061903 - (250 Treble Cove Road) - National Grid proposes to install a new 3 phase riser at new pole 68-50 and install ~10' of 4-4" conduits from pole...
MOTION - Member Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the National Grid 3 phase riser - #31061903 - (250 Treble Cove Road) - National Grid proposes to install a new 3 phase riser at new pole 68-50 and install ~10' of 4-4" conduits from pole 68-50 to edge of public way to accommodate relocation of underground electric facilities for the Town of Billerica at Billerica Water Treatment Plant off River Street Extension. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Member Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the National Grid 3 phase riser - #31061903 - (250 Treble Cove Road) - National Grid proposes to install a new 3 phase riser at new pole 68-50 and install ~10' of 4-4" conduits from pole 68-50 to edge of public way to accommodate relocation of underground electric facilities for the Town of Billerica at Billerica Water Treatment Plant off River Street Extension. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Favreau)
Open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:26 PM
Pole and Anchor to be located on Town property MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:26 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Pole and Anchor to be located on Town property MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:26 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:31 PM
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:31 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:31 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Darris-O'Connor)
Approve the National Grid pole petition #31024008 - Broad Street - National Grid proposes to relocate (1) JO pole on Broad Street beginning at a point ~490' Northeast of the centerline of the...
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the National Grid pole petition #31024008 - Broad Street - National Grid proposes to relocate (1) JO pole on Broad Street beginning at a point ~490' Northeast of the centerline of the intersection of Boston Road and to a position ~24' Southwest of current location towards property line. Pole and Anchor to be located on Town property with a condition that no work be done between October 19-26, 2025. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the National Grid pole petition #31024008 - Broad Street - National Grid proposes to relocate (1) JO pole on Broad Street beginning at a point ~490' Northeast of the centerline of the intersection of Boston Road and to a position ~24' Southwest of current location towards property line. Pole and Anchor to be located on Town property with a condition that no work be done between October 19-26, 2025. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:31 PM
New pole will be on Town property MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:31 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“New pole will be on Town property MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid at 6:31 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:33 PM
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:33 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid at 6:33 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Darris-O'Connor)
Approve the National Grid pole petition #31034008 #1 & #3 Broad Street - National Grid proposes to relocate (1) JO pole on Broad Street beginning at a point ~140' Northeast of the centerline of...
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the National Grid pole petition #31034008 #1 & #3 Broad Street - National Grid proposes to relocate (1) JO pole on Broad Street beginning at a point ~140' Northeast of the centerline of the intersection at Broad Street and relocate the new pole in line with the property boundary between #1 and #3 Broad Street. New pole will be on Town property with a condition that no work be done between October 19- 26, 2025. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the National Grid pole petition #31034008 #1 & #3 Broad Street - National Grid proposes to relocate (1) JO pole on Broad Street beginning at a point ~140' Northeast of the centerline of the intersection at Broad Street and relocate the new pole in line with the property boundary between #1 and #3 Broad Street. New pole will be on Town property with a condition that no work be done between October 19- 26, 2025. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Authorize the Town Manager to sign the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Bedford for the Yankee Doodle Bike Path
Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Bedford for the Yankee Doodle Bike Path Connection - Vote to Authorize Town Manager to Sign MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to authorize the Town Manager to sign the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Bedford for the Yankee Doodle Bike Path. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Bedford for the Yankee Doodle Bike Path Connection - Vote to Authorize Town Manager to Sign MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to authorize the Town Manager to sign the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Bedford for the Yankee Doodle Bike Path. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Approve the Little League Parade for Saturday, April 26, 2025 starting at 8:00 AM
Approval of Opening Day Parade and Ceremonies - Billerica Little League - Saturday, April 26, 2025 - Parade Starting at 8:00 AM from Billerica Town Hall MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the Little League Parade for Saturday, April 26, 2025 starting at 8:00 AM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Approval of Opening Day Parade and Ceremonies - Billerica Little League - Saturday, April 26, 2025 - Parade Starting at 8:00 AM from Billerica Town Hall MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the Little League Parade for Saturday, April 26, 2025 starting at 8:00 AM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Approve signs on the common for Clean Up Green Up Day from April 7th to April 27th
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve signs on the common for Clean Up Green Up Day from April 7th to April 27th. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve signs on the common for Clean Up Green Up Day from April 7th to April 27th. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Approve the one-day special alcohol license for the Billerica Public Library Foundation for the Annual Wine Tasting on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM located at 15 Concord Road
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the one-day special alcohol license for the Billerica Public Library Foundation for the Annual Wine Tasting on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM located at 15 Concord Road. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the one-day special alcohol license for the Billerica Public Library Foundation for the Annual Wine Tasting on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM located at 15 Concord Road. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Waive all fees
MOTION - Member Darris-O'Connor made a motion to waive all fees. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Member Darris-O'Connor made a motion to waive all fees. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Favreau)
Approve the one-day beer and wine license for April 26, 2025 for KHD, Inc. dba High Octane Harley Davidson from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the one-day beer and wine license for April 26, 2025 for KHD, Inc. dba High Octane Harley Davidson from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the one-day beer and wine license for April 26, 2025 for KHD, Inc. dba High Octane Harley Davidson from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Approve the one-day entertainment license for April 26, 2025 for KHD, Inc. dba High Octane Harley Davidson from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM with the condition that there is No burn out pit
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the one-day entertainment license for April 26, 2025 for KHD, Inc. dba High Octane Harley Davidson from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM with the condition that there is No burn out pit. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the one-day entertainment license for April 26, 2025 for KHD, Inc. dba High Octane Harley Davidson from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM with the condition that there is No burn out pit. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Accept the handicap ramp with an estimated value of $8,000 - $10,000 and future authorize use of the gift per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A to be used for Billerica Veterans
Discussion and Possible Vote on Gift Acceptance - Veteran's Services - (1) Handicap Ramp for use by Billerica Veterans MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion that the Select Board accept the handicap ramp with an estimated value of $8,000 - $10,000 and future authorize use of the gift per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A to be used for Billerica Veterans. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Discussion and Possible Vote on Gift Acceptance - Veteran's Services - (1) Handicap Ramp for use by Billerica Veterans MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion that the Select Board accept the handicap ramp with an estimated value of $8,000 - $10,000 and future authorize use of the gift per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A to be used for Billerica Veterans. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Accept the $300 donation and future authorize expenditure of the gift per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A to be used for programs and events
Discussion and Possible Vote on Gift Acceptance - Billerica Substance Awareness and Prevention Committee - $300 Donation to be used for Program and Events MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion that the Select Board accept the $300 donation and future authorize expenditure of the gift per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A to be used for programs and events. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Discussion and Possible Vote on Gift Acceptance - Billerica Substance Awareness and Prevention Committee - $300 Donation to be used for Program and Events MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion that the Select Board accept the $300 donation and future authorize expenditure of the gift per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A to be used for programs and events. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
The Axis Security System is a proprietary item for the Billerica Recreation Center project
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion that the Axis Security System is a proprietary item for the Billerica Recreation Center project. The motion was seconded by Member Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion that the Axis Security System is a proprietary item for the Billerica Recreation Center project. The motion was seconded by Member Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Burrows)
Approve the change of hours for MHF Billerica Operating Tenant VII, LLC dba Courtyard Billerica located at 270 Concord Road to 8:00 AM through Midnight Monday-Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM through...
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the change of hours for MHF Billerica Operating Tenant VII, LLC dba Courtyard Billerica located at 270 Concord Road to 8:00 AM through Midnight Monday-Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM through Midnight. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the change of hours for MHF Billerica Operating Tenant VII, LLC dba Courtyard Billerica located at 270 Concord Road to 8:00 AM through Midnight Monday-Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM through Midnight. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Approve the use of the common for the 250th Committee and Billerica Minuteman on Sunday April 13, 2025
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the use of the common for the 250th Committee and Billerica Minuteman on Sunday April 13, 2025. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the use of the common for the 250th Committee and Billerica Minuteman on Sunday April 13, 2025. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Approve the use of the common for the 250th Committee and Billerica Minuteman to decorate the area around the Revolutionary War Memorial in advance of the ceremony
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the use of the common for the 250th Committee and Billerica Minuteman to decorate the area around the Revolutionary War Memorial in advance of the ceremony. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to approve the use of the common for the 250th Committee and Billerica Minuteman to decorate the area around the Revolutionary War Memorial in advance of the ceremony. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Accept the donation for breakfast and future authorize use of the gift per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A to be used for the food donation for breakfast
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion that the Select Board accept the donation for breakfast and future authorize use of the gift per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A to be used for the food donation for breakfast. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion that the Select Board accept the donation for breakfast and future authorize use of the gift per MGL, Chapter 44, Section 53A to be used for the food donation for breakfast. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Send the two Open Meeting Law Complaints received on April 4, 2025 to Town Counsel to acknowledge and response to the complaints
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to send the two Open Meeting Law Complaints received on April 4, 2025 to Town Counsel to acknowledge and response to the complaints. The motion was seconded by Member Burrows and voted 4-0-0. Member Favreau voted Present.
Yes: Burrows, Darris-O'Connor, Pavidis, RosaAbstained: FavreauThe minutes say Dina Favreau voted “Present”, which the count leaves out; that member is shown as abstaining.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to send the two Open Meeting Law Complaints received on April 4, 2025 to Town Counsel to acknowledge and response to the complaints. The motion was seconded by Member Burrows and voted 4-0-0. Member Favreau voted Present..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Burrows)
Set the salary range for the advertising of the Town Manager position to $205,000 to $250,000
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to set the salary range for the advertising of the Town Manager position to $205,000 to $250,000. The motion was seconded by Member Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to set the salary range for the advertising of the Town Manager position to $205,000 to $250,000. The motion was seconded by Member Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Burrows)
Executive Session
Go into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (2) to conduct sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract...
Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (2) to conduct sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel - Town Manager MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to go into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (2) to conduct sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel - Town Manager at 7:21 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Pavidis voted Aye, Member Darris-O'Connor voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye, Member Favreau voted Aye and Chair Rosa voted Aye.
From the minutes
“Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (2) to conduct sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel - Town Manager MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to go into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (2) to conduct sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel - Town Manager at 7:21 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Pavidis voted Aye, Member Darris-O'Connor voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye, Member Favreau voted Aye and Chair Rosa voted Aye..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Go into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining...
Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (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 - Union Negotiations MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to go into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (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 -Union Negotiations at 7:21 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Pavidis voted Aye, Member Darris-O'Connor voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye, Member Favreau voted Aye and Chair Rosa voted Aye.
From the minutes
“Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (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 - Union Negotiations MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to go into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L c. 30A§ 21 (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 -Union Negotiations at 7:21 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Pavidis voted Aye, Member Darris-O'Connor voted Aye, Member Burrows voted Aye, Member Favreau voted Aye and Chair Rosa voted Aye..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Favreau)
Adjourn
MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting of April 07, 2025 at 7:38 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Pavidis made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting of April 07, 2025 at 7:38 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Pavidis, second: Darris-O'Connor)
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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