MassVoter.com← Carlisle Select BoardCarlisle Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
July 13, 2021
13 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Barney Arnold, Kate Reid, Luke Ascolillo, Nathan Brown, David Model
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
LEPC Update
Accept the recommendation of the Chief of Police and appoint Gregory Balzotti (Littleton, MA) to serve as a Part-time Police Officer with the Carlisle Police Department
On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was unanimously VOTED to accept the recommendation of the Chief of Police and appoint Gregory Balzotti (Littleton, MA) to serve as a Part-time Police Officer with the Carlisle Police Department. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold- Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was unanimously VOTED to accept the recommendation of the Chief of Police and appoint Gregory Balzotti (Littleton, MA) to serve as a Part-time Police Officer with the Carlisle Police Department. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold- Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Brown, second: Ascolillo)
Construction Contract
Award the Greenough Dam Repair Project construction contract to R. Bates & Sons, Inc., LLC, 140 Pratts Junction Road, Suite 101, Sterling, Massachusetts in the amount of Four Hundred Forty-Seven...
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was VOTED to award the Greenough Dam Repair Project construction contract to R. Bates & Sons, Inc., LLC, 140 Pratts Junction Road, Suite 101, Sterling, Massachusetts in the amount of Four Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand Dollars ($447,000.00). ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was VOTED to award the Greenough Dam Repair Project construction contract to R. Bates & Sons, Inc., LLC, 140 Pratts Junction Road, Suite 101, Sterling, Massachusetts in the amount of Four Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand Dollars ($447,000.00). ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Brown)
Engineering Services Contract
Award the engineering services contract for the Greenough Dam Repair Project to Stephens Associates Consulting Engineers, LLC, 60 Northrup Dr, Brentwood, NH 03833 in the amount of Eighty Thousand...
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was VOTED to award the engineering services contract for the Greenough Dam Repair Project to Stephens Associates Consulting Engineers, LLC, 60 Northrup Dr, Brentwood, NH 03833 in the amount of Eighty Thousand Dollars 00/100 ($80,000.00). ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model- Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was VOTED to award the engineering services contract for the Greenough Dam Repair Project to Stephens Associates Consulting Engineers, LLC, 60 Northrup Dr, Brentwood, NH 03833 in the amount of Eighty Thousand Dollars 00/100 ($80,000.00). ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model- Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Ascolillo)
Renovate & build municipal facilities next 10-15 years
Approve $6,000 to engage the Tocci Building Corporation for renovation cost estimate report
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was VOTED to approve $6,000 to engage the Tocci Building Corporation for renovation cost estimate report. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was VOTED to approve $6,000 to engage the Tocci Building Corporation for renovation cost estimate report. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Brown)
Annual Appointments - Town Boards & Committees
Approve the following Fiscal Year 2022 Town Board & Committee appointments effective July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022 as follows
On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was VOTED to approve the following Fiscal Year 2022 Town Board & Committee appointments effective July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022 as follows: ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was VOTED to approve the following Fiscal Year 2022 Town Board & Committee appointments effective July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022 as follows: ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Brown, second: Ascolillo)
Deed 758
Transfer land in the public Prepared by J. Gibbons Approved 7.27.2021 burial ground to ELENA KENNEDY (1171 Westford Street) at Green Cemetery, Lot D148 Graves 1 and 2
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was VOTED to transfer land in the public Prepared by J. Gibbons Approved 7.27.2021 burial ground to ELENA KENNEDY (1171 Westford Street) at Green Cemetery, Lot D148 Graves 1 and 2. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was VOTED to transfer land in the public Prepared by J. Gibbons Approved 7.27.2021 burial ground to ELENA KENNEDY (1171 Westford Street) at Green Cemetery, Lot D148 Graves 1 and 2. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Brown)
Town Administrator's Report
Pursuant to Section 7A of Chapter 32B of the General Laws, that in addition to the payment of fifty per cent of a premium for contributory group life and health insurance for employees in the...
On the motion of Luke Ascolillo and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously VOTED pursuant to Section 7A of Chapter 32B of the General Laws, that in addition to the payment of fifty per cent of a premium for contributory group life and health insurance for employees in the service of the Town and their dependents, the Town shall pay a subsidiary or additional amount so that the Town share shall increase to 55.0% of the premium, and the employee share shall decrease to 45.0%. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Luke Ascolillo and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously VOTED pursuant to Section 7A of Chapter 32B of the General Laws, that in addition to the payment of fifty per cent of a premium for contributory group life and health insurance for employees in the service of the Town and their dependents, the Town shall pay a subsidiary or additional amount so that the Town share shall increase to 55.0% of the premium, and the employee share shall decrease to 45.0%. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Ascolillo, second: Brown)
Prepared by J. Gibbons Approved 7/27/2021
Grant a one-day special license to Clark Farm at 201 Bedford Road to sell beer and wine between the hours of 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm for their Annual Cornhole Tournament
On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Luke Ascolillo it was unanimously voted to grant a one-day special license to Clark Farm at 201 Bedford Road to sell beer and wine between the hours of 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm for their Annual Cornhole Tournament. Issuance of the license is subject to the applicant first submitting host liquor liability coverage for the event. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Luke Ascolillo it was unanimously voted to grant a one-day special license to Clark Farm at 201 Bedford Road to sell beer and wine between the hours of 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm for their Annual Cornhole Tournament. Issuance of the license is subject to the applicant first submitting host liquor liability coverage for the event. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Brown, second: Ascolillo)
Reorganization of Select Board
Appoint Barney Arnold to be chair of the Select Board
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Barney Arnold to be chair of the Select Board. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Barney Arnold to be chair of the Select Board. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Brown)
Appoint David Model as vice-chair of the Select Board
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint David Model as vice-chair of the Select Board. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint David Model as vice-chair of the Select Board. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Ascolillo)
Appoint Nathan Brown as clerk of the Select Board
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Nathan Brown as clerk of the Select Board. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Nathan Brown as clerk of the Select Board. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Ascolillo)
Approval of Minutes/Warrants
Approve minutes of June 21, 2021 as presented
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was VOTED [ 4-0-1} to approve minutes of June 21, 2021 as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid- Aye. Nathan Brown abstained from voting.
Yes: Arnold, Ascolillo, Model, ReidAbstained: Brown
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was VOTED [ 4-0-1} to approve minutes of June 21, 2021 as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid- Aye. Nathan Brown abstained from voting..” (Motion: Reid, second: Ascolillo)
Prepared by J. Gibbons Approved 7/27/2021
Adjourn
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was unanimously VOTED to adjourn the meeting. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Luke Ascolillo, it was unanimously VOTED to adjourn the meeting. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, L. Ascolillo-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Ascolillo)
From the Carlisle 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 (the town’s website has no Select Board photos): The Carlisle Mosquito — Rebekah Vieira (Melinda Lindquist) and David Thomas (Beth Clarke), May 2026; Christine Stevens and Travis Snell (Melinda Lindquist, May 2025); Scott Triola (Nancy Hartle, May 2023). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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