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April 25, 2022
15 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: These minutes give two attendance lists, one for the executive-session start and one for the open session; members are shown only in the votes taken while they were listed. Leslie Fox is listed only for the open session.
Present: Wesley Fowlks, John Markiewicz, Jennifer Campbell, Diana Lipari, Leslie Fox
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Leslie Fox joined the meeting after it began.
Every vote, in order
SELECT BOARD
Adjourn to conduct an Executive Session via a separate ZOOM event and reconvene in Open Session after completion of the Executive Session - with respect to i. negotiations with nonunion personnel...
Chair Fowlks moved to adjourn to conduct an Executive Session via a separate ZOOM event and reconvene in Open Session after completion of the Executive Session - with respect to i. negotiations with nonunion personnel (ITA, Treasurer/Collector, Fire Chief, and Town Planner, per C30A §21 (a) subsection 2, Strategy with respect to Collective bargaining negotiations (BPFFA, Local 4601; MassCOPS, Local 200 & MassCOPS, Local 200A; and UPSE, Local 424M, Unit MA Div.125), per C30A §21 (a) subsection 3, and to reconvene in Open Session after completion of the Executive Session and to reconvene in Open Session after completion of the Executive Session; further noting that to discuss in open session may have a detrimental effect the negotiating position of the Board. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 4-0 Roll Call Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Campbell "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
Yes: Campbell, Fowlks, Lipari, MarkiewiczLeslie Fox is not on the attendance list for the start of the meeting (before the executive session), so is not shown in this vote.
From the minutes
“Chair Fowlks moved to adjourn to conduct an Executive Session via a separate ZOOM event and reconvene in Open Session after completion of the Executive Session - with respect to i. negotiations with nonunion personnel (ITA, Treasurer/Collector, Fire Chief, and Town Planner, per C30A §21 (a) subsection 2, Strategy with respect to Collective bargaining negotiations (BPFFA, Local 4601; MassCOPS, Local 200 & MassCOPS, Local 200A; and UPSE, Local 424M, Unit MA Div.125), per C30A §21 (a) subsection 3, and to reconvene in Open Session after completion of the Executive Session and to reconvene in Open Session after completion of the Executive Session; further noting that to discuss in open session may have a detrimental effect the negotiating position of the Board. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 4-0 Roll Call Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Campbell "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Fowlks, second: Campbell)
MINUTES
Approve the meeting minutes of April 4, 2022, as amended
Member Campbell moved to approve the meeting minutes of April 4, 2022, as amended. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Campbell moved to approve the meeting minutes of April 4, 2022, as amended. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Campbell, second: Lipari)
b. Action RE: Confirmation of Appointment & Contract for Treasurer/Collector
Confirm the appointment of Jared Aponte as Treasurer/Collector for a term ending June 30, 2025, effective May 9, 2022, or such earlier date as may be agreed to
Chair Fowlks moved to confirm the appointment of Jared Aponte as Treasurer/Collector for a term ending June 30, 2025, effective May 9, 2022, or such earlier date as may be agreed to. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Fowlks moved to confirm the appointment of Jared Aponte as Treasurer/Collector for a term ending June 30, 2025, effective May 9, 2022, or such earlier date as may be agreed to. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Fowlks, second: Markiewicz)
Authorize the Town Administrator to execute a contract for said Treasurer/Collector
Chair Fowlks moved to authorize the Town Administrator to execute a contract for said Treasurer/Collector. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 4-1 by Roll Call Campbell "nay," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye." c.
Yes: Fowlks, Fox, Lipari, MarkiewiczNo: Campbell
From the minutes
“Chair Fowlks moved to authorize the Town Administrator to execute a contract for said Treasurer/Collector. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 4-1 by Roll Call Campbell "nay," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye." c..” (Motion: Fowlks, second: Lipari)
c. Action RE: Confirmation of Appointment & Contract for Town Planner
Confirm the appointment of Tracey Murphy as Town Planner for a term ending June 30, 2025, effective June 1, 2022, or such earlier date as may be agreed to
Chair Fowlks moved to confirm the appointment of Tracey Murphy as Town Planner for a term ending June 30, 2025, effective June 1, 2022, or such earlier date as may be agreed to. Seconded by Member Campbell. Discussion: Interim Town Administrator Terenzini stated that there is some question as to whether the Town can enter into a contract with a Town Planner. There are two sets of rules in play: one is statutory for the Treasurer/Collector, etc., and the second is for employment agreements ("contracts") such as for the Director of Public Works. There is a clause in the DPW contract which makes it subject to appropriation. This clause addresses the statutory item. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Fowlks moved to confirm the appointment of Tracey Murphy as Town Planner for a term ending June 30, 2025, effective June 1, 2022, or such earlier date as may be agreed to. Seconded by Member Campbell. Discussion: Interim Town Administrator Terenzini stated that there is some question as to whether the Town can enter into a contract with a Town Planner. There are two sets of rules in play: one is statutory for the Treasurer/Collector, etc., and the second is for employment agreements ("contracts") such as for the Director of Public Works. There is a clause in the DPW contract which makes it subject to appropriation. This clause addresses the statutory item. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Fowlks, second: Campbell)
Authorize the Town Administrator to execute a contract for said Town Planner, with a date effective June 1, 2022, or such earlier date as may be agreed to
Chair Fowlks moved to authorize the Town Administrator to execute a contract for said Town Planner, with a date effective June 1, 2022, or such earlier date as may be agreed to. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 4-1 by Roll Call Campbell "nay," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
Yes: Fowlks, Fox, Lipari, MarkiewiczNo: Campbell
From the minutes
“Chair Fowlks moved to authorize the Town Administrator to execute a contract for said Town Planner, with a date effective June 1, 2022, or such earlier date as may be agreed to. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 4-1 by Roll Call Campbell "nay," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Fowlks, second: Lipari)
d. Action RE: Fire Chief Contract & Appointment
Confirm the appointment of Paul Fillebrown as Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director for a term ending June 30, 2025, and to authorize execution of the contract as presented
Chair Fowlks moved to confirm the appointment of Paul Fillebrown as Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director for a term ending June 30, 2025, and to authorize execution of the contract as presented. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Fowlks moved to confirm the appointment of Paul Fillebrown as Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director for a term ending June 30, 2025, and to authorize execution of the contract as presented. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Fowlks, second: Markiewicz)
a. Action RE: Retirement of Lieutenant O'Brien
Accept the retirement of Lieutenant Warren O'Brien, effective June 30, 2022, and to thank him for his service
Member Campbell moved to accept the retirement of Lieutenant Warren O'Brien, effective June 30, 2022, and to thank him for his service. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Campbell moved to accept the retirement of Lieutenant Warren O'Brien, effective June 30, 2022, and to thank him for his service. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Campbell, second: Lipari)
b. Action RE: 1 day liquor license for Golden service at Sargent Memorial Library
Approve the 1-day liquor license for Golden Service at the Sargent Memorial Library on May 6, 2022, at 4pm, and to waive associated fees
Member Markiewicz moved to approve the 1-day liquor license for Golden Service at the Sargent Memorial Library on May 6, 2022, at 4pm, and to waive associated fees. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye." c.
From the minutes
“Member Markiewicz moved to approve the 1-day liquor license for Golden Service at the Sargent Memorial Library on May 6, 2022, at 4pm, and to waive associated fees. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye." c..” (Motion: Markiewicz, second: Lipari)
c. Action RE: Littleton IMA re BXB-TV
Authorize the execution of the Littleton IMA for BXB-TV
Member Lipari moved to authorize the execution of the Littleton IMA for BXB-TV. Seconded by Member Campbell. 20220425 3 Discussion: In response to a question from Member Fox, Mr. Dolak stated that the major changes to this agreement are due to an increase in services. There is also clarity regarding meetings covered by different groups. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye." d.
From the minutes
“Member Lipari moved to authorize the execution of the Littleton IMA for BXB-TV. Seconded by Member Campbell. 20220425 3 Discussion: In response to a question from Member Fox, Mr. Dolak stated that the major changes to this agreement are due to an increase in services. There is also clarity regarding meetings covered by different groups. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye." d..” (Motion: Lipari, second: Campbell)
d. Action RE: Water quality issues @ 495 interchange
It is incumbent upon the Select Board to be supportive of actions needed to address the water quality issues at the I-495 interchange, as identified in the graphic presented, and to request a...
Chair Fowlks moved that it is incumbent upon the Select Board to be supportive of actions needed to address the water quality issues at the I-495 interchange, as identified in the graphic presented, and to request a presentation on the various methods by which this might be done no later than May 31, 2022. Seconded by Member Fox. Discussion: Member Lipari stated that she believes this is too nebulous. The Board needs to find out if those effected are going to be involved in a meaningful way. Member Fox noted that the vote from the WRC is just to begin the process. He has spoken to the Director from one condo association, but the other two have not been involved. More outreach is needed. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye." e.
From the minutes
“Chair Fowlks moved that it is incumbent upon the Select Board to be supportive of actions needed to address the water quality issues at the I-495 interchange, as identified in the graphic presented, and to request a presentation on the various methods by which this might be done no later than May 31, 2022. Seconded by Member Fox. Discussion: Member Lipari stated that she believes this is too nebulous. The Board needs to find out if those effected are going to be involved in a meaningful way. Member Fox noted that the vote from the WRC is just to begin the process. He has spoken to the Director from one condo association, but the other two have not been involved. More outreach is needed. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye." e..” (Motion: Fowlks, second: Fox)
e. Action RE: Vote to authorize the incoming Treasurer/Collector to be a signer on the Town's bank accounts, specificall
Authorize the incoming Treasurer/Collector, Jared Aponte, to be a signer on the Town's bank accounts, specifically, Middlesex Savings Bank, UniBank, Massachusetts Municipal Deposit Trust (MMDT),...
Member Campbell moved to authorize the incoming Treasurer/Collector, Jared Aponte, to be a signer on the Town's bank accounts, specifically, Middlesex Savings Bank, UniBank, Massachusetts Municipal Deposit Trust (MMDT), and Eastern Bank. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye." f.
From the minutes
“Member Campbell moved to authorize the incoming Treasurer/Collector, Jared Aponte, to be a signer on the Town's bank accounts, specifically, Middlesex Savings Bank, UniBank, Massachusetts Municipal Deposit Trust (MMDT), and Eastern Bank. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye." f..” (Motion: Campbell, second: Markiewicz)
f. Action RE: Review and Selection of Town Administrator Search Firm
Award a contract for the recruitment of services for Town Administrator to the firm of Paradigm Consultants, LLC, consistent with their proposal and to authorize the Chair to execute the contract...
Member Markiewicz moved to award a contract for the recruitment of services for Town Administrator to the firm of Paradigm Consultants, LLC, consistent with their proposal and to authorize the Chair to execute the contract for such services. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Markiewicz moved to award a contract for the recruitment of services for Town Administrator to the firm of Paradigm Consultants, LLC, consistent with their proposal and to authorize the Chair to execute the contract for such services. Seconded by Member Campbell. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Markiewicz, second: Campbell)
a. Action RE: Acceptance of Taylor Farm land donation
Table discussion on the acceptance of the Taylor Farm land donation to a later time
Member Campbell moved to table discussion on the acceptance of the Taylor Farm land donation to a later time. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Campbell moved to table discussion on the acceptance of the Taylor Farm land donation to a later time. Seconded by Member Markiewicz. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Campbell, second: Markiewicz)
ADJOURN
Adjourn
Member Markiewicz moved to adjourn. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Markiewicz moved to adjourn. Seconded by Member Lipari. Approved: 5-0 by Roll Call Campbell "aye," Markiewicz "aye," Lipari "aye," Fox "aye," and Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Markiewicz, second: Lipari)
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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