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August 14, 2018
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Nathan Brown, Kate Reid, Kerry Kissinger, Luke Ascolillo, Alan Lewis
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
District-wide Program
Close the public hearing
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to close the public hearing..” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
Approve the transfer of license, pursuant to MGL C.138,§15, of Carlisle Center Ventures, LLC dba Ferns Country Store, Larry Bearfield, Manager to Berry Barn LLC dba Ferns Country Store, Matthew...
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to approve the transfer of license, pursuant to MGL C.138,§15, of Carlisle Center Ventures, LLC dba Ferns Country Store, Larry Bearfield, Manager to Berry Barn LLC dba Ferns Country Store, Matthew Herweck, Manager located at 8 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA 01741 for the retail sale of wine and malt beverages Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 9: 00 PM and Sundays 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to approve the transfer of license, pursuant to MGL C.138,§15, of Carlisle Center Ventures, LLC dba Ferns Country Store, Larry Bearfield, Manager to Berry Barn LLC dba Ferns Country Store, Matthew Herweck, Manager located at 8 Lowell Street, Carlisle, MA 01741 for the retail sale of wine and malt beverages Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 9: 00 PM and Sundays 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM..” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
Grant a Carry-In Liquor License for Berry Barn, LLC., Matthew Herweck, Manager d/b/a Ferns Country Store consistent with the terms and conditions of the Town's Carry-In Liquor Policy and during...
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to grant a Carry-In Liquor License for Berry Barn, LLC., Matthew Herweck, Manager d/b/a Ferns Country Store consistent with the terms and conditions of the Town's Carry-In Liquor Policy and during the days and hours of operation stated in the application filed with this Board.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to grant a Carry-In Liquor License for Berry Barn, LLC., Matthew Herweck, Manager d/b/a Ferns Country Store consistent with the terms and conditions of the Town's Carry-In Liquor Policy and during the days and hours of operation stated in the application filed with this Board..” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
FCSC - Appointment
Appoint Marc H. Wey (307 Acton Street) to serve as the Citizen-at-Large on the Fire Chief Search Committee
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Marc H. Wey (307 Acton Street) to serve as the Citizen-at-Large on the Fire Chief Search Committee.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Marc H. Wey (307 Acton Street) to serve as the Citizen-at-Large on the Fire Chief Search Committee..” (Motion: Reid, second: Ascolillo)
Fiscal Year 2019 - Board of Selectmen Goals
Approve the Goals & Objectives for Fiscal Year 2019 as follows: Cross Board/Committee Communication Active participation on the part of BOS liaisons to other boards/committees Improve relationship...
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to approve the Goals & Objectives for Fiscal Year 2019 as follows: Cross Board/Committee Communication Active participation on the part of BOS liaisons to other boards/committees Improve relationship between BOS/CAHT/HA Better define the role of the Personnel Board Personnel and Town Hall Goals and reviews for all direct reports to the Board of Selectmen Complete the Town Administrator Contract Complete the Police Chief Contract Work with the School Committee to complete the Teachers Contract Ensure goals are established and reviews performed for all staff Hire a new Fire Chief and support the Chief in hiring a new Deputy Chief Determine where succession plans should be considered Policy Updates Perform a review of all policies, update where necessary and ensure all are available via the new Town website Financial Policy Town Finances Continue to work through audit issues Look for ways to report spending and spending percentages for citizen consumption Continue to educate the Board on Town finances Continue to work with Finance Committee to improve budgeting process o Hard cutoff dates for new budget requests o Improved personnel request process (increase hours, increases, increased staff) Outreach and communication to Carlisle Citizens Increase communication from BOS to the town Continued focus on the Town Website - BOS involved in content ongoing Committee/Working Group Support Support
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to approve the Goals & Objectives for Fiscal Year 2019 as follows: Cross Board/Committee Communication Active participation on the part of BOS liaisons to other boards/committees Improve relationship between BOS/CAHT/HA Better define the role of the Personnel Board Personnel and Town Hall Goals and reviews for all direct reports to the Board of Selectmen Complete the Town Administrator Contract Complete the Police Chief Contract Work with the School Committee to complete the Teachers Contract Ensure goals are established and reviews performed for all staff Hire a new Fire Chief and support the Chief in hiring a new Deputy Chief Determine where succession plans should be considered Policy Updates Perform a review of all policies, update where necessary and ensure all are available via the new Town website Financial Policy Town Finances Continue to work through audit issues Look for ways to report spending and spending percentages for citizen consumption Continue to educate the Board on Town finances Continue to work with Finance Committee to improve budgeting process o Hard cutoff dates for new budget requests o Improved personnel request process (increase hours, increases, increased staff) Outreach and communication to Carlisle Citizens Increase communication from BOS to the town Continued focus on the Town Website - BOS involved in content ongoing Committee/Working Group Support Support Technology Group in determining new projects and wide adoption of technology Support the Facilities Committee in prioritization and implementation Support communications tower project Greenough Barn Removal Support Master Planning project Complete streets project BOS Liaison Assignments: Department Liaisons Audit Committee Nathan and Kate Board of Appeals Alan Board of Assessors Alan Board of Health Alan Building Inspection Services Nathan Carlisle Public School Luke and Kate CCHS Kerry CCTV Kerry and Alan Community Preservation Act Committee Luke Communications Center Nathan and Alan Conservation Commission Luke Council on Aging Kerry and Alan Department of Public Works Nathan Energy Task Force Committee Alan Finance Committee Nathan and Kate Finance Director Nathan and Kate Financial Management Team Nathan and Kate Fire Department Luke and Nathan Historical Commission Alan Housing Authority Kerry Household Recycling Alan Library Kerry and Kate Long Term Capital Requirements Committee Kerry and Kate Pathways Committee II Luke Personnel Board Kerry and Kate Planning Board.” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
Town Board Appointments
Appoint Ann Gibbs (104 Rutland Street) to the Board of Registrars with a term expiring on June 30, 2021
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Ann Gibbs (104 Rutland Street) to the Board of Registrars with a term expiring on June 30, 2021.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Ann Gibbs (104 Rutland Street) to the Board of Registrars with a term expiring on June 30, 2021..” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
Deer Committee - Revolving Fund Request
Recommend that the Town Accountant create a new FY19 revolving pursuant to MGL Ch. 44, s. 53 E ½ to receive no more than $1,000.00 in receipts from the sale of deer bow hunting permits for the...
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to recommend that the Town Accountant create a new FY19 revolving pursuant to MGL Ch. 44, s. 53 E ½ to receive no more than $1,000.00 in receipts from the sale of deer bow hunting permits for the purpose of paying expenses related to the administration of said program under the supervision of the Conservation Commission.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to recommend that the Town Accountant create a new FY19 revolving pursuant to MGL Ch. 44, s. 53 E ½ to receive no more than $1,000.00 in receipts from the sale of deer bow hunting permits for the purpose of paying expenses related to the administration of said program under the supervision of the Conservation Commission..” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
Fall Special Town Meeting
The Board of Selectmen has opened the warrant for a Special Town Meeting to be held on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00pm in the Corey Auditorium
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to the Board of Selectmen has opened the warrant for a Special Town Meeting to be held on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00pm in the Corey Auditorium.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger it was unanimously VOTED to the Board of Selectmen has opened the warrant for a Special Town Meeting to be held on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00pm in the Corey Auditorium..” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
Deed 716
Transfer land in the public burial ground to Laurie w
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger, it was unanimously VOTED to transfer land in the public burial ground to Laurie w.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger, it was unanimously VOTED to transfer land in the public burial ground to Laurie w..” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger, it was unanimously VOTED to transfer land in the public burial ground to Laurie w.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger, it was unanimously VOTED to transfer land in the public burial ground to Laurie w..” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
Approval of Minutes
Approve the Tuesday, July 10, 2018 Board of Selectmen Meeting minutes as amended
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the Tuesday, July 10, 2018 Board of Selectmen Meeting minutes as amended.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the Tuesday, July 10, 2018 Board of Selectmen Meeting minutes as amended..” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
Executive Session
Enter into executive session pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A, §21(a) paragraph (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (J.J. Supple) and to discuss strategy with respect to non-union bargaining...
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger, it was unanimously VOTED to enter into executive session pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A, §21(a) paragraph (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (J.J. Supple) and to discuss strategy with respect to non-union bargaining (Town Administrator's employment agreement) as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigating and bargaining position(s) and that afterwards the Board will not return to open session.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Kerry Kissinger, it was unanimously VOTED to enter into executive session pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A, §21(a) paragraph (3) to discuss strategy with respect to litigation (J.J. Supple) and to discuss strategy with respect to non-union bargaining (Town Administrator's employment agreement) as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's litigating and bargaining position(s) and that afterwards the Board will not return to open session..” (Motion: Reid, second: Kissinger)
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