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February 7, 2023
11 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Miriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for at least one vote.
Every vote, in order
Close the nominations
On motion it was, Voted to close the nominations.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to close the nominations. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Elect Bernard Greene as the Chair serving until the May 2023 election
On motion it was, Voted to elect Bernard Greene as the Chair serving until the May 2023 election.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to elect Bernard Greene as the Chair serving until the May 2023 election. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the authorization to hire request for a Pipe Layer/Laborer (LN-02) in the Water and Sewer Division of the Department of Public Works
On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Pipe Layer/Laborer (LN-02) in the Water and Sewer Division of the Department of Public Works.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the authorization to hire request for a Pipe Layer/Laborer (LN-02) in the Water and Sewer Division of the Department of Public Works. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve Change Order #8 with Lambrian Construction in the amount of $20,006.00 for work related to the BHS Quad and Third Floor Classrooms Renovations project
On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #8 with Lambrian Construction in the amount of $20,006.00 for work related to the BHS Quad and Third Floor Classrooms Renovations project.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve Change Order #8 with Lambrian Construction in the amount of $20,006.00 for work related to the BHS Quad and Third Floor Classrooms Renovations project. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve a proclamation recognizing national Black History Month
On motion it was, Voted approving a proclamation recognizing national Black History Month
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted approving a proclamation recognizing national Black History Month Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Approve the statement regarding Form-Based Zoning Along the Harvard Street Corridor
On motion it was, Voted to approve the statement regarding Form-Based Zoning Along the Harvard Street Corridor.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the statement regarding Form-Based Zoning Along the Harvard Street Corridor. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
Place the position of School Committee Member for a term of 1 year to fill a vacancy on the ballot at the May 2, 2023 Annual Town Election
On motion it was, Voted to place the position of School Committee Member for a term of 1 year to fill a vacancy on the ballot at the May 2, 2023 Annual Town Election.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyocMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to place the position of School Committee Member for a term of 1 year to fill a vacancy on the ballot at the May 2, 2023 Annual Town Election. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the MWRA LWSAP Financial Assistance and Loan Agreement package as provided and authorize the Town Administrator and the Finance Director/Treasurer to sign and execute the agreement on...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the MWRA LWSAP Financial Assistance and Loan Agreement package as provided and authorize the Town Administrator and the Finance Director/Treasurer to sign and execute the agreement on behalf of the Town.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyocMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the MWRA LWSAP Financial Assistance and Loan Agreement package as provided and authorize the Town Administrator and the Finance Director/Treasurer to sign and execute the agreement on behalf of the Town. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approval of the bylaws and slate for the Local Emergency Planning Committee as presented by the Office of Emergency Management
On motion it was, Voted approval of the bylaws and slate for the Local Emergency Planning Committee as presented by the Office of Emergency Management.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyocMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted approval of the bylaws and slate for the Local Emergency Planning Committee as presented by the Office of Emergency Management. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Approve the revisions to the Town's civilian complain policy as recommended by the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee. *not subject to, but acknowledging there will be additional changes to...
On motion it was, Voted to approve the revisions to the Town's civilian complain policy as recommended by the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee. *not subject to, but acknowledging there will be additional changes to the policy as relayed by the Select Board.
Yes: Greene, Sandman, VanScoyocMiriam Aschkenasy is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to approve the revisions to the Town's civilian complain policy as recommended by the Police Commissioner's Advisory Committee. *not subject to, but acknowledging there will be additional changes to the policy as relayed by the Select Board. Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Michael Sandman Absent: Miriam Aschkenasy.”
Appoint Mark Zarillo to the Planning Process Study Committee
On motion it was, Voted to appoint Mark Zarillo to the Planning Process Study Committee
From the minutes
“On motion it was, Voted to appoint Mark Zarillo to the Planning Process Study Committee Aye: Bernard Greene, John VanScoyoc, Miriam Aschkenasy, Michael Sandman.”
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