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February 7, 2022
15 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Wesley Fowlks, John Markiewicz, Leslie Fox, Jennifer Campbell, Diana Lipari
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
MINUTES
Accept the minutes of November 29, 2021 - Open Session, as amended
Member Campbell moved to accept the minutes of November 29, 2021 - Open Session, as amended. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Campbell moved to accept the minutes of November 29, 2021 - Open Session, as amended. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Campbell, second: Lipari)
Accept the minutes of December 13, 2021 - Open Session, as amended
Member Lipari moved to accept the minutes of December 13, 2021 - Open Session, as amended. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Lipari moved to accept the minutes of December 13, 2021 - Open Session, as amended. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Lipari, second: Markiewicz)
Accept the minutes of December 27, 2021 - Open Session, and January 3, 2022, as presented
Member Markiewicz moved to accept the minutes of December 27, 2021 - Open Session, and January 3, 2022, as presented. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Markiewicz moved to accept the minutes of December 27, 2021 - Open Session, and January 3, 2022, as presented. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Markiewicz, second: Lipari)
NEW BUSINESS
Accept the grant of funds to the Boxborough Fire Department from the Commonwealth of Mass
Chair Fowlks moved to accept the grant of funds to the Boxborough Fire Department from the Commonwealth of Mass. Executive Office of Public Safety and Security Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant Program in the amount of $12,626.39. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." b.
From the minutes
“Chair Fowlks moved to accept the grant of funds to the Boxborough Fire Department from the Commonwealth of Mass. Executive Office of Public Safety and Security Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant Program in the amount of $12,626.39. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." b..” (Motion: Fowlks, second: Campbell)
b. Action RE: Acceptance of the MassDEP Grant Funds
Accept the grant of funds to the Department of Public Works from the Commonwealth of Mass
Member Lipari moved to accept the grant of funds to the Department of Public Works from the Commonwealth of Mass. Dept. of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) Sustainable Recovery Program Municipal Grant Program in the amount of $ 750.00. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." c.
From the minutes
“Member Lipari moved to accept the grant of funds to the Department of Public Works from the Commonwealth of Mass. Dept. of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) Sustainable Recovery Program Municipal Grant Program in the amount of $ 750.00. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." c..” (Motion: Lipari, second: Markiewicz)
The Board has determined that the financial interest of the employee is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to effect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the...
Member Markiewicz moved that the Board has determined that the financial interest of the employee is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to effect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the employee. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." d.
From the minutes
“Member Markiewicz moved that the Board has determined that the financial interest of the employee is not so substantial as to be deemed likely to effect the integrity of the services which the municipality may expect from the employee. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." d..” (Motion: Markiewicz, second: Lipari)
d. Action RE: Access through the "Community Gardens" municipal property for proposed development of "White Pine
Approve the access through the Community Gardens municipal property for proposed development of the White Pine Woods Trail
Member Lipari moved to approve the access through the Community Gardens municipal property for proposed development of the White Pine Woods Trail. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." e.
From the minutes
“Member Lipari moved to approve the access through the Community Gardens municipal property for proposed development of the White Pine Woods Trail. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." e..” (Motion: Lipari, second: Markiewicz)
f. Action RE: Chapter 61 Notice - Right of First Refusal - 95-105 Sargent Road
Go forward with submitting a letter to the applicant that the notice submitted is not in compliance and to come back when State statutes can be complied with
Member Markiewicz moved to go forward with submitting a letter to the applicant that the notice submitted is not in compliance and to come back when State statutes can be complied with. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Markiewicz moved to go forward with submitting a letter to the applicant that the notice submitted is not in compliance and to come back when State statutes can be complied with. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Markiewicz, second: Campbell)
Direct the Town Administrator to investigate title and value issues and potential partners for assignees for the acquisition of the property at 95-105 Sargent Road, and to report back at his first...
Member Lipari moved to direct the Town Administrator to investigate title and value issues and potential partners for assignees for the acquisition of the property at 95-105 Sargent Road, and to report back at his first opportunity. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Lipari moved to direct the Town Administrator to investigate title and value issues and potential partners for assignees for the acquisition of the property at 95-105 Sargent Road, and to report back at his first opportunity. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Lipari, second: Campbell)
g. Action RE: Interim Town Accountant
Pursuant to ITA Terenzini's recommendation, to appoint Kelli Pontbriand as Interim Town Accountant
Member Markiewicz moved, pursuant to ITA Terenzini's recommendation, to appoint Kelli Pontbriand as Interim Town Accountant. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." ii.
From the minutes
“Member Markiewicz moved, pursuant to ITA Terenzini's recommendation, to appoint Kelli Pontbriand as Interim Town Accountant. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." ii..” (Motion: Markiewicz, second: Lipari)
Authorize ITA Terenzini to execute a contract with Interim Town Accountant, Kelli Pontbriand, as presented
Member Markiewicz moved to authorize ITA Terenzini to execute a contract with Interim Town Accountant, Kelli Pontbriand, as presented. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Markiewicz moved to authorize ITA Terenzini to execute a contract with Interim Town Accountant, Kelli Pontbriand, as presented. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Markiewicz, second: Lipari)
a. Discussion/Action RE: Town Meeting(s) and Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
Interim Town Administrator Terenzini draft a statement of the Board recommending strong desire for compliance with mask mandate to assure the safety of other citizens and staff attending
Member Campbell moved that Interim Town Administrator Terenzini draft a statement of the Board recommending strong desire for compliance with mask mandate to assure the safety of other citizens and staff attending. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." ii.
From the minutes
“Member Campbell moved that Interim Town Administrator Terenzini draft a statement of the Board recommending strong desire for compliance with mask mandate to assure the safety of other citizens and staff attending. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." ii..” (Motion: Campbell, second: Markiewicz)
Not accept the stipend this year
Member Campbell moved that the Select Board not accept the stipend this year. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." iii.
From the minutes
“Member Campbell moved that the Select Board not accept the stipend this year. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye." iii..” (Motion: Campbell, second: Markiewicz)
b. Discussion/Action RE: Personnel Administration Plan
Accept the 1.9% COLA and Steps as proposed by the Personnel Board for the upcoming fiscal year
Member Lipari moved that the Select Board accept the 1.9% COLA and Steps as proposed by the Personnel Board for the upcoming fiscal year. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Lipari moved that the Select Board accept the 1.9% COLA and Steps as proposed by the Personnel Board for the upcoming fiscal year. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Lipari, second: Campbell)
ADJOURN
Adjourn
Member Lipari moved to adjourn. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye.
From the minutes
“Member Lipari moved to adjourn. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Fox "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Campbell "aye," Lipari "aye," and Fowlks "aye..” (Motion: Lipari, second: Campbell)
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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