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January 2, 2018
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into executive session
On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to enter into executive session. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the minutes of December 19, 2017 as amended
On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of December 19, 2017 as amended.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the minutes of December 19, 2017 as amended. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Accept a gift from the Korean Church of Boston, 32 Harvard Street in the amount of $500.00 to the Police Department
On motion it was, Voted to accept a gift from the Korean Church of Boston, 32 Harvard Street in the amount of $500.00 to the Police Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to accept a gift from the Korean Church of Boston, 32 Harvard Street in the amount of $500.00 to the Police Department. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Grant a Permit to Serve Alcoholic Beverages (Non Sales/All Kinds) on Town Property to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Holiday Party to be held on Saturday, January 13, 2018 from 5:30pm- 10:30pm at...
On motion it was, Voted to grant a Permit to Serve Alcoholic Beverages (Non Sales/All Kinds) on Town Property to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Holiday Party to be held on Saturday, January 13, 2018 from 5:30pm- 10:30pm at 15 Newton Street. *pending Police approval.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to grant a Permit to Serve Alcoholic Beverages (Non Sales/All Kinds) on Town Property to Larz Anderson Auto Museum for a Holiday Party to be held on Saturday, January 13, 2018 from 5:30pm- 10:30pm at 15 Newton Street. *pending Police approval. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of a Motor Equipment Repair Forman (GN-10) in the Fire Department
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of a Motor Equipment Repair Forman (GN-10) in the Fire Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of a Motor Equipment Repair Forman (GN-10) in the Fire Department. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of a Senior Office Assistant (C-5) in the Administration Division of the Public Works Department
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of a Senior Office Assistant (C-5) in the Administration Division of the Public Works Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of a Senior Office Assistant (C-5) in the Administration Division of the Public Works Department. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and transmit to the Advisory Committee the request from Public Works Commissioner, Andy Pappastergion, for a Reserve Fund Transfer in the amount of $126,875.00 associated with the purchase...
On motion it was, Voted to approve and transmit to the Advisory Committee the request from Public Works Commissioner, Andy Pappastergion, for a Reserve Fund Transfer in the amount of $126,875.00 associated with the purchase of a New Trackless MT 7 multi-purpose Tractor.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and transmit to the Advisory Committee the request from Public Works Commissioner, Andy Pappastergion, for a Reserve Fund Transfer in the amount of $126,875.00 associated with the purchase of a New Trackless MT 7 multi-purpose Tractor. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of an Administrative Assistant (C-8) in the Office of Town Clerk
On motion it was, Voted authorizing the filling of an Administrative Assistant (C-8) in the Office of Town Clerk.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted authorizing the filling of an Administrative Assistant (C-8) in the Office of Town Clerk. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Authorize the filling of a Senior Public Health Inspector (GN-10) in the Environmental Health Division of the Health Department
On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of a Senior Public Health Inspector (GN-10) in the Environmental Health Division of the Health Department.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to authorize the filling of a Senior Public Health Inspector (GN-10) in the Environmental Health Division of the Health Department. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve and transmit to the Advisory Committee the request from Human Resources Director, Sandra DeBow, for a Reserve Fund Transfer in the amount of $45,000.00 associated with pre-employment...
On motion it was, Voted to approve and transmit to the Advisory Committee the request from Human Resources Director, Sandra DeBow, for a Reserve Fund Transfer in the amount of $45,000.00 associated with pre-employment examinations.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve and transmit to the Advisory Committee the request from Human Resources Director, Sandra DeBow, for a Reserve Fund Transfer in the amount of $45,000.00 associated with pre-employment examinations. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Approve the issuance of the IFB subject to final language approved by Board Member Greene
On motion it was, Voted to approve the issuance of the IFB subject to final language approved by Board Member Greene. Prior to awarding any contract, the Board will obtain public comment.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the issuance of the IFB subject to final language approved by Board Member Greene. Prior to awarding any contract, the Board will obtain public comment. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton.”
Set the dates for the 2018 Annual Town Meeting, and Town Election
On motion it was, Voted to set the dates for the 2018 Annual Town Meeting, and Town Election. Opening of the Warrant: February 8, 2018. Closing of the Warrant: March 8, 2018 - 12:00p.m. Town Meeting dates: May 22, 2018. May 24, 2018. May 29, 2018. May 31, 2018. Town Election May 8, 2018.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to set the dates for the 2018 Annual Town Meeting, and Town Election. Opening of the Warrant: February 8, 2018. Closing of the Warrant: March 8, 2018 - 12:00p.m. Town Meeting dates: May 22, 2018. May 24, 2018. May 29, 2018. May 31, 2018. Town Election May 8, 2018. Aye: Neil Wishinsky, Benjamin Franco, Nancy Heller, Bernard Greene, Heather Hamilton..”
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