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June 12, 2023
20 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Kristin Hilberg, Wesley Fowlks, Priya Sundaram, David McKiernan
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
1. Call the Meeting to Order & Roll Call
Enter into Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; per MGL Ch. 30A §21 (a) (2) (Fire Chief) (Police Union Personnel), to discuss...
Chair Hilberg moved to enter into Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; per MGL Ch. 30A §21 (a) (2) (Fire Chief) (Police Union Personnel), to discuss strategy with respect to litigation; per MGL Ch. 30A §21 (a) (3) (CBK) (White), review and/or release of executive session minutes for 4/10/23, 5/24/23, and 6/5/23, and to reconvene in open session at 7:30 PM or soon thereafter. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to enter into Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel; per MGL Ch. 30A §21 (a) (2) (Fire Chief) (Police Union Personnel), to discuss strategy with respect to litigation; per MGL Ch. 30A §21 (a) (3) (CBK) (White), review and/or release of executive session minutes for 4/10/23, 5/24/23, and 6/5/23, and to reconvene in open session at 7:30 PM or soon thereafter. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve the Regular Session meeting minutes of May 24, 2023, as amended; and the May 30, 2023, and June 5, 2023, meeting minutes as presented
Member Fowlks moved to approve the Regular Session meeting minutes of May 24, 2023, as amended; and the May 30, 2023, and June 5, 2023, meeting minutes as presented. Seconded by Chair Hilberg. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Fowlks moved to approve the Regular Session meeting minutes of May 24, 2023, as amended; and the May 30, 2023, and June 5, 2023, meeting minutes as presented. Seconded by Chair Hilberg. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Fowlks, second: Hilberg)
APPOINTMENTS
Appoint Officer Sarfaraz Mushtaque to the Boxborough Police Department, with a term ending June 30, 2024
Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Officer Sarfaraz Mushtaque to the Boxborough Police Department, with a term ending June 30, 2024. Seconded by Member McKiernan. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Officer Sarfaraz Mushtaque to the Boxborough Police Department, with a term ending June 30, 2024. Seconded by Member McKiernan. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: McKiernan)
Appoint Jennifer Campbell to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, with a term ending June 30, 2024
Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Jennifer Campbell to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, with a term ending June 30, 2024. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Jennifer Campbell to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, with a term ending June 30, 2024. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Appoint Gary Kushner to the Building Committee representing the Finance Committee, with a term ending June 30, 2024
Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Gary Kushner to the Building Committee representing the Finance Committee, with a term ending June 30, 2024. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Gary Kushner to the Building Committee representing the Finance Committee, with a term ending June 30, 2024. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Appoint Tony Newton to the Building Committee representing the Finance Committee, with a term ending June 30, 2025
Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Tony Newton to the Building Committee representing the Finance Committee, with a term ending June 30, 2025. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Tony Newton to the Building Committee representing the Finance Committee, with a term ending June 30, 2025. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Appoint Les Fox to the Building Committee as a member at large, with a term ending June 30, 2026
Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Les Fox to the Building Committee as a member at large, with a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Les Fox to the Building Committee as a member at large, with a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Appoint Les Fox to the Water Resources Committee as a member at large, with a term ending June 30, 2026
Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Les Fox to the Water Resources Committee as a member at large, with a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Les Fox to the Water Resources Committee as a member at large, with a term ending June 30, 2026. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Appoint Les Fox to the Affordable Housing Board as a member at large, with a term ending June 30, 2025
Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Les Fox to the Affordable Housing Board as a member at large, with a term ending June 30, 2025. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to appoint Les Fox to the Affordable Housing Board as a member at large, with a term ending June 30, 2025. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
NEW BUSINESS
Approve the Fire Chief contract for Lyle McKay as presented in Executive Session
Chair Hilberg moved to approve the Fire Chief contract for Lyle McKay as presented in Executive Session. Seconded by Member Fowlks. 20230612 2 Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to approve the Fire Chief contract for Lyle McKay as presented in Executive Session. Seconded by Member Fowlks. 20230612 2 Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Approve the Veterans Services Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Acton as presented
Chair Hilberg moved to approve the Veterans Services Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Acton as presented. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to approve the Veterans Services Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Acton as presented. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Approve the Animal Control Officer Intermunicipal Agreement with the towns of Stowe and Littleton as presented
Chair Hilberg moved to approve the Animal Control Officer Intermunicipal Agreement with the towns of Stowe and Littleton as presented. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to approve the Animal Control Officer Intermunicipal Agreement with the towns of Stowe and Littleton as presented. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Approve an Intermunicipal Agreement between the Town of Boxborough and the Town of Littleton regarding the provision of water, as presented, and to delegate the Town Administrator to work with...
Chair Hilberg moved to approve an Intermunicipal Agreement between the Town of Boxborough and the Town of Littleton regarding the provision of water, as presented, and to delegate the Town Administrator to work with Town Counsel to finalize the terms and language. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to approve an Intermunicipal Agreement between the Town of Boxborough and the Town of Littleton regarding the provision of water, as presented, and to delegate the Town Administrator to work with Town Counsel to finalize the terms and language. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Pass over the Conservation Restriction on 95-105 Sargent Road to the Sudbury Valley Trustees, as it needs to be reviewed by SVT
Chair Hilberg moved to pass over the Conservation Restriction on 95-105 Sargent Road to the Sudbury Valley Trustees, as it needs to be reviewed by SVT. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to pass over the Conservation Restriction on 95-105 Sargent Road to the Sudbury Valley Trustees, as it needs to be reviewed by SVT. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Approve the FY24 Select Board calendar as presented
Chair Hilberg moved to approve the FY24 Select Board calendar as presented. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to approve the FY24 Select Board calendar as presented. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Explore the possibility of holding the 2024 Annual Town Meeting on three consecutive nights in May, including Wednesday
Chair Hilberg moved to explore the possibility of holding the 2024 Annual Town Meeting on three consecutive nights in May, including Wednesday. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Discussion: Town Administrator Johns explained that, historically, ATM has been run on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. It may be more convenient for the School to hold these days consecutively. If this is of interest, additional discussion will need to be held with the community. Chair Hilberg stated that she would like to consider holding a Saturday ATM. Member Fowlks noted that this was attempted once, but it lasted for 10 hours and was difficult for many to attend. He suggested holding ATM Monday-Thursday, in hopes of getting it completed in a week. Mr. McKiernan stated that he likes taking a break on Wednesday but agreed that there is no harm in considering this. 20230612 3 Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to explore the possibility of holding the 2024 Annual Town Meeting on three consecutive nights in May, including Wednesday. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Discussion: Town Administrator Johns explained that, historically, ATM has been run on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. It may be more convenient for the School to hold these days consecutively. If this is of interest, additional discussion will need to be held with the community. Chair Hilberg stated that she would like to consider holding a Saturday ATM. Member Fowlks noted that this was attempted once, but it lasted for 10 hours and was difficult for many to attend. He suggested holding ATM Monday-Thursday, in hopes of getting it completed in a week. Mr. McKiernan stated that he likes taking a break on Wednesday but agreed that there is no harm in considering this. 20230612 3 Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Approve the Departmental Budget Transfer FY23, as presented
Member Fowlks moved to approve the Departmental Budget Transfer FY23, as presented. Seconded by Member McKiernan. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Member Fowlks moved to approve the Departmental Budget Transfer FY23, as presented. Seconded by Member McKiernan. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Fowlks, second: McKiernan)
Approve the formation of the Capital Budget Committee, as presented
Chair Hilberg moved to approve the formation of the Capital Budget Committee, as presented. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Discussion: There was discussion regarding creating an advisory committee to draft the charter for the Capital Budget Committee. The Finance Committee and Select Board agreed to form a working group to draft a charter for this Committee. Chair Hilberg amended her motion to approve the formation of a Capital Budget working group to develop a charter for the Capital Budget Committee, as discussed. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to approve the formation of the Capital Budget Committee, as presented. Seconded by Member Sundaram. Discussion: There was discussion regarding creating an advisory committee to draft the charter for the Capital Budget Committee. The Finance Committee and Select Board agreed to form a working group to draft a charter for this Committee. Chair Hilberg amended her motion to approve the formation of a Capital Budget working group to develop a charter for the Capital Budget Committee, as discussed. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Sundaram)
Waive the Fifer's Day Field Permit Application
Chair Hilberg moved to waive the Fifer's Day Field Permit Application. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye."
From the minutes
“Chair Hilberg moved to waive the Fifer's Day Field Permit Application. Seconded by Member Fowlks. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye.".” (Motion: Hilberg, second: Fowlks)
Adjourn
Member Fowlks moved to adjourn. Seconded by Member McKiernan. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye,"
From the minutes
“Member Fowlks moved to adjourn. Seconded by Member McKiernan. Approved: 4-0-0 by Roll Call Hilberg, "aye," Sundaram "aye," McKiernan "aye," Fowlks "aye,".” (Motion: Fowlks, second: McKiernan)
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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