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August 11, 2025
30 recorded votes, 10 with disagreement.
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Present: Jillian Pavidis, John Burrows, Daniel Darris-O'Connor, Michael Rosa, Dina Favreau
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
On to a new position. 4
He will be missed as he moves on to a new position. 4. National Wellness Month Secretary Darris-O'Connor read the National Wellness Month proclamation. HR Director Michele Riviera accepted the proclamation. 5. International Overdose Awareness Day - August 31, 2025 - Requested by Vice Chair Burrows Secretary Darris-O'Connor read the International Overdose Awareness Day for August 31, 2025. Member Favreau thanked Vice Chair Burrows for putting this on the agenda. 6. National Recovery Month - September 2025 - Requested by Member Favreau Secretary Darris-O'Connor read the National Recovery Month for September 2025. Member Favreau stated that this is a painful reminder and we need to stand together. She asked her younger brother to come here and accept this. She also thanked the members of BSAP and Town Hall will recognize this important month with purple lights. 7. Select Board Resolution to Censure Member Favreau for Violations of the Town Charter and Select Board Code of Conduct - Discussion and Possible Vote - Requested by Secretary Darris-O'Connor Chair Pavidis stated that this decision was not made lightly. We want to get past this and stop the internal fighting. She wants to apologize on behalf of the Board. Everyone makes mistakes and we don't have to like each other but we need to focus on the job of this Board. Secretary Darris-O'Connor stated that he is going to read the censure resolution and vote. Member Favreau stated point of order. The agenda says discussion and po
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“He will be missed as he moves on to a new position. 4. National Wellness Month Secretary Darris-O'Connor read the National Wellness Month proclamation. HR Director Michele Riviera accepted the proclamation. 5. International Overdose Awareness Day - August 31, 2025 - Requested by Vice Chair Burrows Secretary Darris-O'Connor read the International Overdose Awareness Day for August 31, 2025. Member Favreau thanked Vice Chair Burrows for putting this on the agenda. 6. National Recovery Month - September 2025 - Requested by Member Favreau Secretary Darris-O'Connor read the National Recovery Month for September 2025. Member Favreau stated that this is a painful reminder and we need to stand together. She asked her younger brother to come here and accept this. She also thanked the members of BSAP and Town Hall will recognize this important month with purple lights. 7. Select Board Resolution to Censure Member Favreau for Violations of the Town Charter and Select Board Code of Conduct - Discussion and Possible Vote - Requested by Secretary Darris-O'Connor Chair Pavidis stated that this decision was not made lightly. We want to get past this and stop the internal fighting. She wants to apologize on behalf of the Board. Everyone makes mistakes and we don't have to like each other but we need to focus on the job of this Board. Secretary Darris-O'Connor stated that he is going to read the censure resolution and vote. Member Favreau stated point of order. The agenda says discussion and possible vote, so you can't just vote. Secretary Darris-O'Connor read the resolution. Secretary Darris-O'Connor stated that there is a lot going on and this Board unanimously voted for the investigation..”
Approve the Select Board resolution to censure Member Favreau for violations for Town Charter and Select Board Code of Conduct
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the Select Board resolution to censure Member Favreau for violations for Town Charter and Select Board Code of Conduct. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and voted 3-2-0.
The minutes give the count as 3-2-0 but do not say who voted no or abstained. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the Select Board resolution to censure Member Favreau for violations for Town Charter and Select Board Code of Conduct. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and voted 3-2-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Burrows)
Public Hearings
Open the public hearing for National Grid #31120803 at 7:02 PM
The new Pole will be labeled Pole #18-50 MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid #31120803 at 7:02 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“The new Pole will be labeled Pole #18-50 MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid #31120803 at 7:02 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Close the public hearing for National Grid #31120803 at 7:03 PM
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid #31120803 at 7:03 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid #31120803 at 7:03 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Approve NG #31120803
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve NG #31120803. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve NG #31120803. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Burrows)
Open the public hearing for National Grid #31168685 at 7:04 PM
Public Hearing - National Grid and Verizon #31168685 - National Grid to install (1) new JO pole (Pole #14- 50) on Salem Road beginning at a point ~380' east of the centerline of the intersection of Pollard Street and Floyd Street (Aka 10 Parlmont Park) MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid #31168685 at 7:04 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Public Hearing - National Grid and Verizon #31168685 - National Grid to install (1) new JO pole (Pole #14- 50) on Salem Road beginning at a point ~380' east of the centerline of the intersection of Pollard Street and Floyd Street (Aka 10 Parlmont Park) MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid #31168685 at 7:04 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Close the public hearing for National Grid #31168685 at 7:06 PM
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid #31168685 at 7:06 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid #31168685 at 7:06 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Approve NG #31168685 as discussed
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve NG #31168685 as discussed. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve NG #31168685 as discussed. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Open the public hearing for National Grid #31162556 at 7:07 PM
Public Hearing - National Grid and Verizon #31162556 - National Grid to install (1) new JO pole (Pole #15- 50) on Salem Road beginning at a point ~460' east of the centerline of the intersection of Pollard Street and Floyd Street (Aka 10 Parlmont Park) MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid #31162556 at 7:07 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Public Hearing - National Grid and Verizon #31162556 - National Grid to install (1) new JO pole (Pole #15- 50) on Salem Road beginning at a point ~460' east of the centerline of the intersection of Pollard Street and Floyd Street (Aka 10 Parlmont Park) MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to open the public hearing for National Grid #31162556 at 7:07 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Close the public hearing for National Grid #31162556 at 7:08 PM
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid #31162556 at 7:08 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to close the public hearing for National Grid #31162556 at 7:08 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Approve NG #31162556 as discussed
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve NG #31162556 as discussed. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve NG #31162556 as discussed. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Approve the Election Workers for FY26 as presented
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the Election Workers for FY26 as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and voted 4-0-1. Member Rosa abstained from voting.
Yes: Burrows, Darris-O'Connor, Favreau, PavidisAbstained: Rosa
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the Election Workers for FY26 as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and voted 4-0-1. Member Rosa abstained from voting..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Approve the Town Meeting Checkers as presented
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the Town Meeting Checkers as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the Town Meeting Checkers as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
As the clerk of the select board of the Town of Billerica, Massachusetts. "the Town" certified that at a meeting of the board held on August 11, 2025, of which all members of the board were duly...
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion as the clerk of the select board of the Town of Billerica, Massachusetts. "the Town" certified that at a meeting of the board held on August 11, 2025, of which all members of the board were duly notified and at which a quorum was present, the following votes were unanimously passed, all of which appear upon the official record of the board in my custody: Vote to approve the sale of $50,480,000 general obligation building bonds of the town dated August 19, 2025, "the bonds" to Jannie Montgomery Scott, LLC at the price of $52,689,726.18 and accrued interest, if any is hereby ap
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion as the clerk of the select board of the Town of Billerica, Massachusetts. "the Town" certified that at a meeting of the board held on August 11, 2025, of which all members of the board were duly notified and at which a quorum was present, the following votes were unanimously passed, all of which appear upon the official record of the board in my custody: Vote to approve the sale of $50,480,000 general obligation building bonds of the town dated August 19, 2025, "the bonds" to Jannie Montgomery Scott, LLC at the price of $52,689,726.18 and accrued interest, if any is hereby ap.” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor)
(the minutes do not state the motion)
The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (second: Burrows)
As the clerk of the select board of the Town of Billerica, Massachusetts "the Town" certified that at a meeting of the board held on August 11, 2025, of which all members of the board were duly...
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion as the clerk of the select board of the Town of Billerica, Massachusetts "the Town" certified that at a meeting of the board held on August 11, 2025, of which all members of the board were duly notified and at which a quorum was present, the following votes were unanimously passed, all of which appear upon the official record of the board in my custody: Vote to approve the sale of $23 million, 4% general obligation bonds anticipation notes of the town dated August 19, 2025, and payable August 19, 2026,"the notes" to Jeffreys, LLC in accrued interest, if any, plus a premium o
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion as the clerk of the select board of the Town of Billerica, Massachusetts "the Town" certified that at a meeting of the board held on August 11, 2025, of which all members of the board were duly notified and at which a quorum was present, the following votes were unanimously passed, all of which appear upon the official record of the board in my custody: Vote to approve the sale of $23 million, 4% general obligation bonds anticipation notes of the town dated August 19, 2025, and payable August 19, 2026,"the notes" to Jeffreys, LLC in accrued interest, if any, plus a premium o.” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor)
(the minutes do not state the motion)
F $307,280 The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“f $307,280 The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (second: Burrows)
Approve the requested signs for NMCOG from August 12th to August 31st
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the requested signs for NMCOG from August 12th to August 31st. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the requested signs for NMCOG from August 12th to August 31st. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Change the date of a one-day beer and wine license and entertainment from Sunday, August 31st to Saturday, August 30th
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to change the date of a one-day beer and wine license and entertainment from Sunday, August 31st to Saturday, August 30th. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to change the date of a one-day beer and wine license and entertainment from Sunday, August 31st to Saturday, August 30th. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Burrows)
Approve the signs as requested
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the signs as requested. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the signs as requested. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Approve the new Common Victualler's license for Snowdaes Co, LLC dba Snowdaes located at 99 Chelmsford Road with Nyden Heng as Manager with the ours of operation from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM...
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the new Common Victualler's license for Snowdaes Co, LLC dba Snowdaes located at 99 Chelmsford Road with Nyden Heng as Manager with the ours of operation from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM Sunday-Saturday, incorporate the ZBA Special Conditions #1-#7 and approval of the Board of Health. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the new Common Victualler's license for Snowdaes Co, LLC dba Snowdaes located at 99 Chelmsford Road with Nyden Heng as Manager with the ours of operation from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM Sunday-Saturday, incorporate the ZBA Special Conditions #1-#7 and approval of the Board of Health. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Approve the 5th Annual Freedom Road Race as requested
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made to motion to approve the 5th Annual Freedom Road Race as requested. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made to motion to approve the 5th Annual Freedom Road Race as requested. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (second: Rosa)
Approve the Commercial and Industrial Economic Development Policy as presented
MOTION - Member Rosa made a motion to approve the Commercial and Industrial Economic Development Policy as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau. After the following discussion it was voted 3-2-0. Vice Chair Burrows and Secretary Darris-O'Connor voting against.
Yes: Favreau, Pavidis, RosaNo: Burrows, Darris-O'Connor
From the minutes
“MOTION - Member Rosa made a motion to approve the Commercial and Industrial Economic Development Policy as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau. After the following discussion it was voted 3-2-0. Vice Chair Burrows and Secretary Darris-O'Connor voting against..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve a 30 MPH speed limit from Boston Road, the extent of Treble Cove Road, to Biagiotti Way contingent on the approval of the Traffic Safety Officer
This motion was changed to the following: MOTION - Member Rosa made a motion that the Board approve a 30 MPH speed limit from Boston Road, the extent of Treble Cove Road, to Biagiotti Way contingent on the approval of the Traffic Safety Officer. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and voted 4-1-0. Secretary Darris-O'Connor voting against.
Yes: Burrows, Favreau, Pavidis, RosaNo: Darris-O'Connor
From the minutes
“This motion was changed to the following: MOTION - Member Rosa made a motion that the Board approve a 30 MPH speed limit from Boston Road, the extent of Treble Cove Road, to Biagiotti Way contingent on the approval of the Traffic Safety Officer. The motion was seconded by Member Favreau and voted 4-1-0. Secretary Darris-O'Connor voting against..” (Motion: Rosa, second: Favreau)
Approve the installation of (2) slow deaf child signs on Sycamore Lane with the approval of the Traffic Safety Officer
MOTION - Member Rosa made a motion that the Board approve the installation of (2) slow deaf child signs on Sycamore Lane with the approval of the Traffic Safety Officer. The motion was seconded by Secretary Darris- O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
It was seconded by Secretary Darris-, who is not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Member Rosa made a motion that the Board approve the installation of (2) slow deaf child signs on Sycamore Lane with the approval of the Traffic Safety Officer. The motion was seconded by Secretary Darris- O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Rosa)
Initiate a comprehensive review with the Town Manager
MOTION - Member Favreau made a motion that the Select Board initiate a comprehensive review with the Town Manager. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and after the following discussion was voted 2-3-0. Vice Chair Burrows, Secretary Darris-O'Connor and Chair Pavidis voting against. The motion fails.
Yes: Favreau, RosaNo: Burrows, Darris-O'Connor, PavidisThe minutes name John Burrows (no), Daniel Darris-O'Connor (no) and Jillian Pavidis (no) and give the count as 2-3-0; with 5 members present, the other members (Michael Rosa and Dina Favreau) are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Member Favreau made a motion that the Select Board initiate a comprehensive review with the Town Manager. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and after the following discussion was voted 2-3-0. Vice Chair Burrows, Secretary Darris-O'Connor and Chair Pavidis voting against. The motion fails..” (Motion: Favreau, second: Rosa)
Approval of Meeting Minutes
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes of July 21, 2025 as presented
July 21, 2025 Special Meeting MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of July 21, 2025 as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“July 21, 2025 Special Meeting MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to approve the Select Board meeting minutes of July 21, 2025 as presented. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Go into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a) (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or...
MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to go into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a) (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel - Acting Town Manager at 9:10 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Darris-O'Connor voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Burrows voted Aye, Member Favreau voted Aye, and Chair Pavidis voted Aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to go into Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a) (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel - Acting Town Manager at 9:10 PM. The motion was seconded by Member Rosa and unanimously voted 5-0-0. On a roll call vote: Secretary Darris-O'Connor voted Aye, Member Rosa voted Aye, Vice Chair Burrows voted Aye, Member Favreau voted Aye, and Chair Pavidis voted Aye..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Rosa)
Extend the Acting Town Manager's contract until a permanent Town Manager is appointed not to exceed 3 months
Discussion and Possible Vote - Extension of Acting Town Manager's Contract Until a Permanent Town Manager is Appointed - Not to Exceed 3 Months - Requested by Chair Pavidis MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to extend the Acting Town Manager's contract until a permanent Town Manager is appointed not to exceed 3 months. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“Discussion and Possible Vote - Extension of Acting Town Manager's Contract Until a Permanent Town Manager is Appointed - Not to Exceed 3 Months - Requested by Chair Pavidis MOTION - Secretary Darris-O'Connor made a motion to extend the Acting Town Manager's contract until a permanent Town Manager is appointed not to exceed 3 months. The motion was seconded by Vice Chair Burrows and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Darris-O'Connor, second: Burrows)
Adjourn
MOTION - Vice Chair Burrows made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting of August 11, 2025 at 9:25 PM. The motion was seconded by Secretary Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0.
From the minutes
“MOTION - Vice Chair Burrows made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting of August 11, 2025 at 9:25 PM. The motion was seconded by Secretary Darris-O'Connor and unanimously voted 5-0-0..” (Motion: Burrows, 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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