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Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: James Tigges, Nicholas Priest, Robert Hogan, Michael Runyan
Absent: Joseph Morandi
Close the public hearing
Motion: Member Runyan moved to close the public hearing. Seconded by Member Hogan with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0)
The roll call lists Joseph Morandi, who is recorded as not present at this meeting (“Member Not Present”); the names and the attendance do not match, so the count only (4-0-0) is shown.
“Motion: Member Runyan moved to close the public hearing. Seconded by Member Hogan with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0).” (Motion: Runyan, second: Hogan)
Approve the Grant of Location for a small cell wireless installation in the public right of way near 44 Burlington Mall Road for Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC ("AT&T") for Application CRAN_RCTB...
Motion: Member Hogan moved to approve the Grant of Location for a small cell wireless installation in the public right of way near 44 Burlington Mall Road for Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC ("AT&T") for Application CRAN_RCTB _00070_1011 with conditions as discussed for locations D, C, A, B. Seconded by Member Runyan. Seconded by Selectman Runyan with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0)
The roll call lists Joseph Morandi, who is recorded as not present at this meeting (“Member Not Present”); the names and the attendance do not match, so the count only (4-0-0) is shown.
“Motion: Member Hogan moved to approve the Grant of Location for a small cell wireless installation in the public right of way near 44 Burlington Mall Road for Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC ("AT&T") for Application CRAN_RCTB _00070_1011 with conditions as discussed for locations D, C, A, B. Seconded by Member Runyan. Seconded by Selectman Runyan with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0).” (Motion: Hogan, second: Runyan)
Amend to select D as the primary site and A as the secondary site with the opportunity for flexibility for placement of pole D pending any placements or concerns with the flexibility for pole A...
Motion: Member Priest moved to amend to select D as the primary site and A as the secondary site with the opportunity for flexibility for placement of pole D pending any placements or concerns with the flexibility for pole A +/- 15 feet in either direction to maintains the medium with upon consultation with Town Engineer and Town Administrator with final selection being approved by the Select Board. Seconded by Member Runyan with Member Hogan voting nay, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (3-1-0 with Member Hogan voting against)
The roll call lists Joseph Morandi, who is recorded as not present at this meeting (“Member Not Present”); the names and the attendance do not match, so the count only (3-1-0) is shown.
“Motion: Member Priest moved to amend to select D as the primary site and A as the secondary site with the opportunity for flexibility for placement of pole D pending any placements or concerns with the flexibility for pole A +/- 15 feet in either direction to maintains the medium with upon consultation with Town Engineer and Town Administrator with final selection being approved by the Select Board. Seconded by Member Runyan with Member Hogan voting nay, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (3-1-0 with Member Hogan voting against).” (Motion: Priest, second: Runyan)
Allow an amended to the application to reflect that applicant was allowed to install a pole no higher than 30' for small cell facility without lights
Motion: Member Priest voted to allow an amended to the application to reflect that applicant was allowed to install a pole no higher than 30' for small cell facility without lights. Seconded by Member Runyan with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0)
The roll call lists Joseph Morandi, who is recorded as not present at this meeting (“Member Not Present”); the names and the attendance do not match, so the count only (4-0-0) is shown.
“Motion: Member Priest voted to allow an amended to the application to reflect that applicant was allowed to install a pole no higher than 30' for small cell facility without lights. Seconded by Member Runyan with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0).” (Motion: Priest, second: Runyan)
The newly installed pole is to remain painted black
Motion: Member Hogan moved that the newly installed pole is to remain painted black. Seconded by Selectman Priest with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0)
The roll call lists Joseph Morandi, who is recorded as not present at this meeting (“Member Not Present”); the names and the attendance do not match, so the count only (4-0-0) is shown.
“Motion: Member Hogan moved that the newly installed pole is to remain painted black. Seconded by Selectman Priest with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0).” (Motion: Hogan, second: Priest)
All equipment would be incorporated within a shroud/inside the pole and not be outside of the pole except for the antennae at the top of the pole at 22' 6"
Motion: Member Hogan moved that all equipment would be incorporated within a shroud/inside the pole and not be outside of the pole except for the antennae at the top of the pole at 22' 6". Seconded by Member Priest with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0)
The roll call lists Joseph Morandi, who is recorded as not present at this meeting (“Member Not Present”); the names and the attendance do not match, so the count only (4-0-0) is shown.
“Motion: Member Hogan moved that all equipment would be incorporated within a shroud/inside the pole and not be outside of the pole except for the antennae at the top of the pole at 22' 6". Seconded by Member Priest with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0).” (Motion: Hogan, second: Priest)
All ground equipment would be buried underground or be inside the base of the pole
Motion: Member Hogan moved that all ground equipment would be buried underground or be inside the base of the pole. Seconded by Selectman Priest with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0)
The roll call lists Joseph Morandi, who is recorded as not present at this meeting (“Member Not Present”); the names and the attendance do not match, so the count only (4-0-0) is shown.
“Motion: Member Hogan moved that all ground equipment would be buried underground or be inside the base of the pole. Seconded by Selectman Priest with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0).” (Motion: Hogan, second: Priest)
The newly installed pole would not block site distance at any intersections
Motion: Member Hogan moved that the newly installed pole would not block site distance at any intersections. Seconded by Member Priest with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0)
The roll call lists Joseph Morandi, who is recorded as not present at this meeting (“Member Not Present”); the names and the attendance do not match, so the count only (4-0-0) is shown.
“Motion: Member Hogan moved that the newly installed pole would not block site distance at any intersections. Seconded by Member Priest with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0).” (Motion: Hogan, second: Priest)
Approve said application subject to conditions discussed as well as separately voted on
Motion: Member Hogan moved to approve said application subject to conditions discussed as well as separately voted on. Seconded by Member Priest with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0)
The roll call lists Joseph Morandi, who is recorded as not present at this meeting (“Member Not Present”); the names and the attendance do not match, so the count only (4-0-0) is shown.
“Motion: Member Hogan moved to approve said application subject to conditions discussed as well as separately voted on. Seconded by Member Priest with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0).” (Motion: Hogan, second: Priest)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the decision on behalf of the Select Board
Motion: Member Hogan moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the decision on behalf of the Select Board. Seconded by Member Runyan with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0)
The roll call lists Joseph Morandi, who is recorded as not present at this meeting (“Member Not Present”); the names and the attendance do not match, so the count only (4-0-0) is shown.
“Motion: Member Hogan moved to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the decision on behalf of the Select Board. Seconded by Member Runyan with Member Hogan voting aye, Member Priest voting aye, Member Runyan voting aye, Member Morandi voting aye and Chairman Tigges voting aye and motion passed. (4-0-0).” (Motion: Hogan, second: Runyan)
Adjourn
Motion: Member Runyan moved to adjourn at 9:06 p.m. Seconded by Member Hogan and approved. (5-0-0)
The minutes record the vote as (5-0-0), but James Tigges, Nicholas Priest, Robert Hogan and Michael Runyan were present; the count and the members present do not match, so the count only is shown.
“Motion: Member Runyan moved to adjourn at 9:06 p.m. Seconded by Member Hogan and approved. (5-0-0).” (Motion: Runyan, second: Hogan)
From the Burlington 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 Burlington, Select Board page (captioned group photo). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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