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January 8, 2018
13 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Susan Bak, Robert Stemple, Leslie Fox, Maria Neyland
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Robert Stemple took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Adjourn to executive session to: discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (all), and to re- convene in open session in the Grange Meeting Room at approximately 7:00 PM to continue...
Chair Bak moved to adjourn to executive session to: discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (all), and to re- convene in open session in the Grange Meeting Room at approximately 7:00 PM to continue the business on the agenda. The Chair further noted that to discuss in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board. Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4 - 0 by roll call vote: Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Stemple, aye; Neyland, aye.
From the minutes
“Chair Bak moved to adjourn to executive session to: discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining (all), and to re- convene in open session in the Grange Meeting Room at approximately 7:00 PM to continue the business on the agenda. The Chair further noted that to discuss in open session may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board. Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4 - 0 by roll call vote: Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Stemple, aye; Neyland, aye..” (Motion: Bak, second: Neyland)
APPOINTMENTS
Appoint to serve on the Traffic Safety Committee for staggered terms effective immediately and ending as noted: Tonya Andersen (June 30, 2018), Alex Kerin (June 30, 2019), and Owen Neville and...
Member Fox moved to appoint to serve on the Traffic Safety Committee for staggered terms effective immediately and ending as noted: Tonya Andersen (June 30, 2018), Alex Kerin (June 30, 2019), and Owen Neville and Victor (Buzz) Tremblay (June 30, 2020). Seconded by Member Stemple. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Member Fox moved to appoint to serve on the Traffic Safety Committee for staggered terms effective immediately and ending as noted: Tonya Andersen (June 30, 2018), Alex Kerin (June 30, 2019), and Owen Neville and Victor (Buzz) Tremblay (June 30, 2020). Seconded by Member Stemple. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Fox, second: Stemple)
Appoint Cynthia Ralls as Winter Recreation Director for a term effective immediately and ending on June 30, 2018
Chair Bak moved to appoint Cynthia Ralls as Winter Recreation Director for a term effective immediately and ending on June 30, 2018 Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Neyland, aye; Fox, aye; and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Chair Bak moved to appoint Cynthia Ralls as Winter Recreation Director for a term effective immediately and ending on June 30, 2018 Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Neyland, aye; Fox, aye; and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Bak, second: Neyland)
Issue a one day licenses subject to conditions noted on the license: Beverages shall be consumed only at the stated premises; Only respective, Pony Shack Cider, Inc. and True West Brewing Company,...
Chair Bak moved to issue a one day licenses subject to conditions noted on the license: Beverages shall be consumed only at the stated premises; Only respective, Pony Shack Cider, Inc. and True West Brewing Company, LLC staff shall serve; Servers shall require positive identification; A two (2) beverage per customer limit shall be enforced; Service shall be denied to anyone suspected of intoxication and Cups used for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages shall be visibly different; to Pony Shack Cider, Inc.. to serve hard cider, and to True West Brewing Company, LLC to serve beer at Winterfest on January 28, 2018; and further, to waive the fees. Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Neyland, aye; Fox, aye; and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Chair Bak moved to issue a one day licenses subject to conditions noted on the license: Beverages shall be consumed only at the stated premises; Only respective, Pony Shack Cider, Inc. and True West Brewing Company, LLC staff shall serve; Servers shall require positive identification; A two (2) beverage per customer limit shall be enforced; Service shall be denied to anyone suspected of intoxication and Cups used for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages shall be visibly different; to Pony Shack Cider, Inc.. to serve hard cider, and to True West Brewing Company, LLC to serve beer at Winterfest on January 28, 2018; and further, to waive the fees. Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Neyland, aye; Fox, aye; and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Bak, second: Neyland)
Issue a one-day common victualler's license to Teddy's Lunch Box, 45 Bruce St, Leominster MA to serve food at Winterfest on January 28, 2018; and further, to waive the fee
Chair Bak moved to issue a one-day common victualler's license to Teddy's Lunch Box, 45 Bruce St, Leominster MA to serve food at Winterfest on January 28, 2018; and further, to waive the fee. Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Neyland, aye; Fox, aye; and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Chair Bak moved to issue a one-day common victualler's license to Teddy's Lunch Box, 45 Bruce St, Leominster MA to serve food at Winterfest on January 28, 2018; and further, to waive the fee. Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Neyland, aye; Fox, aye; and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Bak, second: Neyland)
MINUTES
Accept the minutes for the regular sessions of November 13, 2017, and November 27, 2017, as revised and December 21, 2017, as written/revised
Member Neyland moved to accept the minutes for the regular sessions of November 13, 2017, and November 27, 2017, as revised and December 21, 2017, as written/revised. Seconded by Member Stemple. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Member Neyland moved to accept the minutes for the regular sessions of November 13, 2017, and November 27, 2017, as revised and December 21, 2017, as written/revised. Seconded by Member Stemple. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Neyland, second: Stemple)
Accept the minutes for the Executive session of December 18, 2017, as written
Member Fox moved to accept the minutes for the Executive session of December 18, 2017, as written. Seconded by Member Stemple. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Fox, aye; Bak, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple, aye.
From the minutes
“Member Fox moved to accept the minutes for the Executive session of December 18, 2017, as written. Seconded by Member Stemple. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Fox, aye; Bak, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple, aye..” (Motion: Fox, second: Stemple)
SELECTMEN AND TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORTS
Close the th February 26 special town meeting warrant
Chair Bak moved to close the th February 26 special town meeting warrant. Seconded by Member Fox. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Chair Bak moved to close the th February 26 special town meeting warrant. Seconded by Member Fox. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Bak, second: Fox)
NEW BUSINESS
Accept with the regrets the resignation of Richard (Rick) Barrett from the Board of Selectmen effective January 2, 2018
Chair Bak moved to accept with the regrets the resignation of Richard (Rick) Barrett from the Board of Selectmen effective January 2, 2018. Seconded by Member Stemple. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Chair Bak moved to accept with the regrets the resignation of Richard (Rick) Barrett from the Board of Selectmen effective January 2, 2018. Seconded by Member Stemple. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Bak, second: Stemple)
NOT to call a special municipal election to fill the vacancy caused by Rick Barrett's resignation from the Board, i.e. the vacancy will be filled for the remainder of the term (ending May 21,...
Member Neyland moved NOT to call a special municipal election to fill the vacancy caused by Rick Barrett's resignation from the Board, i.e. the vacancy will be filled for the remainder of the term (ending May 21, 2019) at the next municipal election which will be held on May 22, 2018. Seconded by Member Fox. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Member Neyland moved NOT to call a special municipal election to fill the vacancy caused by Rick Barrett's resignation from the Board, i.e. the vacancy will be filled for the remainder of the term (ending May 21, 2019) at the next municipal election which will be held on May 22, 2018. Seconded by Member Fox. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Neyland, second: Fox)
Call the annual town meeting, to begin on Monday, May 14, 2018, at 7 PM, to be held at the Blanchard Memorial School and if necessary, a special town meeting to be held within the annual town meeting
Chair Bak moved to call the annual town meeting, to begin on Monday, May 14, 2018, at 7 PM, to be held at the Blanchard Memorial School and if necessary, a special town meeting to be held within the annual town meeting. Seconded by Member Fox. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Chair Bak moved to call the annual town meeting, to begin on Monday, May 14, 2018, at 7 PM, to be held at the Blanchard Memorial School and if necessary, a special town meeting to be held within the annual town meeting. Seconded by Member Fox. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Bak, second: Fox)
Accept with regrets and place on file the resignations of Raid Suleiman and Molly Biron from the Energy Committee, effective immediately
Chair Bak moved to accept with regrets and place on file the resignations of Raid Suleiman and Molly Biron from the Energy Committee, effective immediately. Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Chair Bak moved to accept with regrets and place on file the resignations of Raid Suleiman and Molly Biron from the Energy Committee, effective immediately. Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Bak, second: Neyland)
Accept the FY 2018 State 911 Department Support and Incentive Grant in the amount of $16,245.86
Member Fox moved to accept the FY 2018 State 911 Department Support and Incentive Grant in the amount of $16,245.86. Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye; and Stemple aye.
From the minutes
“Member Fox moved to accept the FY 2018 State 911 Department Support and Incentive Grant in the amount of $16,245.86. Seconded by Member Neyland. Approved 4-0, by Roll Call Vote - Bak, aye; Fox, aye; Neyland, aye; and Stemple aye..” (Motion: Fox, second: Neyland)
From the Boxborough 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: Town of Boxborough Select Board page (named group photo, LCTV) — Sam Anderson, Priya Sundaram, Wes Fowlks, Bob Stemple and Kristin Hilberg. Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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