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May 9, 2023
12 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Barney Arnold, David Model, Nathan Brown, Kate Reid, Travis Snell
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
DPW Driver/Laborer
Appoint Joseph Pittorino from Nashua NH to the Carlisle Department of Public Works Driver/Laborer position effective immediately
On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Joseph Pittorino from Nashua NH to the Carlisle Department of Public Works Driver/Laborer position effective immediately.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Joseph Pittorino from Nashua NH to the Carlisle Department of Public Works Driver/Laborer position effective immediately..” (Motion: Brown, second: Reid)
Constable
Appoint Joseph Topol of 81 Greystone Lane, Carlisle, MA 01741 to serve as a Constable in the Town of Carlisle with a term expiring June 30, 2024, contingent upon the filing of the required bond...
On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Joseph Topol of 81 Greystone Lane, Carlisle, MA 01741 to serve as a Constable in the Town of Carlisle with a term expiring June 30, 2024, contingent upon the filing of the required bond with the Town of Carlisle.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Joseph Topol of 81 Greystone Lane, Carlisle, MA 01741 to serve as a Constable in the Town of Carlisle with a term expiring June 30, 2024, contingent upon the filing of the required bond with the Town of Carlisle..” (Motion: Brown, second: Reid)
Historical Commission
Appoint Colby Mauke of 180 Concord St, Carlisle MA 01741 to serve as an Alternate member on the Historical Commission with a term expiring June 30, 2026
On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Colby Mauke of 180 Concord St, Carlisle MA 01741 to serve as an Alternate member on the Historical Commission with a term expiring June 30, 2026.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Colby Mauke of 180 Concord St, Carlisle MA 01741 to serve as an Alternate member on the Historical Commission with a term expiring June 30, 2026..” (Motion: Brown, second: Reid)
Animal Inspectors
Appoint Gene Delano of 1022 West St., Carlisle, MA 01741 to serve as an Animal Inspector for the Town of Carlisle with a term expiring June 30, 2024
On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Gene Delano of 1022 West St., Carlisle, MA 01741 to serve as an Animal Inspector for the Town of Carlisle with a term expiring June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Gene Delano of 1022 West St., Carlisle, MA 01741 to serve as an Animal Inspector for the Town of Carlisle with a term expiring June 30, 2024..” (Motion: Brown, second: Reid)
Appoint Deborah Toher of 536 Curve St., Carlisle MA 01741 to serve as an Animal Inspector for the Town of Carlisle with a term expiring June 30, 2024
On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Deborah Toher of 536 Curve St., Carlisle MA 01741 to serve as an Animal Inspector for the Town of Carlisle with a term expiring June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Deborah Toher of 536 Curve St., Carlisle MA 01741 to serve as an Animal Inspector for the Town of Carlisle with a term expiring June 30, 2024..” (Motion: Brown, second: Reid)
Chief of Police
Approve and execute the employment contract between the Town of Carlisle and Andrew Amendola for the position of Chief of Police commencing on May 10, 2023, and expiring on May 9, 2026
On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to approve and execute the employment contract between the Town of Carlisle and Andrew Amendola for the position of Chief of Police commencing on May 10, 2023, and expiring on May 9, 2026.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Kate Reid, it was unanimously VOTED to approve and execute the employment contract between the Town of Carlisle and Andrew Amendola for the position of Chief of Police commencing on May 10, 2023, and expiring on May 9, 2026..” (Motion: Brown, second: Reid)
Policy for use by Local Private Haulers (Effective July 1, 2023)
Adopt the Policy for use by Local Private Haulers as amended (edits shown in RED) and presented this evening effective July 1, 2023
On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by David Model, it was VOTED to adopt the Policy for use by Local Private Haulers as amended (edits shown in RED) and presented this evening effective July 1, 2023.
The minutes record the result but no count or names.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by David Model, it was VOTED to adopt the Policy for use by Local Private Haulers as amended (edits shown in RED) and presented this evening effective July 1, 2023..” (Motion: Brown, second: Model)
Amend the Town of Carlisle Transfer Station Regulations by deleting "Use by local commercial haulers is permitted if their service is limited to residents of Carlisle"and replacing the sentence...
On a motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was VOTED to amend the Town of Carlisle Transfer Station Regulations by deleting "Use by local commercial haulers is permitted if their service is limited to residents of Carlisle"and replacing the sentence with "Use by local commercial haulers is permitted if their service operates in conformance with the Policy for use by Local Private Haulers maintained by the Department of Public Works.". Public Safety Buildings Scope Discussion: The Select Board met with Town Planner Julie Mercier who prepared an outline of questions and research to assist the town with issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for upgrades to the town's public safety buildings.
The minutes record the result but no count or names.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was VOTED to amend the Town of Carlisle Transfer Station Regulations by deleting "Use by local commercial haulers is permitted if their service is limited to residents of Carlisle"and replacing the sentence with "Use by local commercial haulers is permitted if their service operates in conformance with the Policy for use by Local Private Haulers maintained by the Department of Public Works.". Public Safety Buildings Scope Discussion: The Select Board met with Town Planner Julie Mercier who prepared an outline of questions and research to assist the town with issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for upgrades to the town's public safety buildings..” (Motion: Reid, second: Brown)
Action Items
Authorize the Town Administrator to engage Nitsch Engineering for contracted services to build a comprehensive road management plan with a cost not to exceed sixty-six thousand dollars ($66,000)....
On a motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was VOTED to authorize the Town Administrator to engage Nitsch Engineering for contracted services to build a comprehensive road management plan with a cost not to exceed sixty-six thousand dollars ($66,000). Financial Policies: Town Reserves
The minutes record the result but no count or names.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was VOTED to authorize the Town Administrator to engage Nitsch Engineering for contracted services to build a comprehensive road management plan with a cost not to exceed sixty-six thousand dollars ($66,000). Financial Policies: Town Reserves.” (Motion: Reid, second: Brown)
Financial Policies
Amend the Town of Carlisle Financial Policies by adopting the Reserve Policy presented on April 25, 2023, and amended on May 9, 2023
On a motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously VOTED to amend the Town of Carlisle Financial Policies by adopting the Reserve Policy presented on April 25, 2023, and amended on May 9, 2023.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously VOTED to amend the Town of Carlisle Financial Policies by adopting the Reserve Policy presented on April 25, 2023, and amended on May 9, 2023..” (Motion: Reid, second: Model)
Cemetery Deeds
Transfer land in the public burial ground at Green Cemetery described as follows: Deed No. 794 Lot D Section 187, Graves 1 & 2 to Lynn Saisa-Brady, 109 Church St., Carlisle, MA
On a motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously VOTED to transfer land in the public burial ground at Green Cemetery described as follows: Deed No. 794 Lot D Section 187, Graves 1 & 2 to Lynn Saisa-Brady, 109 Church St., Carlisle, MA.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously VOTED to transfer land in the public burial ground at Green Cemetery described as follows: Deed No. 794 Lot D Section 187, Graves 1 & 2 to Lynn Saisa-Brady, 109 Church St., Carlisle, MA..” (Motion: Reid, second: Model)
Review of Approved Town Expense Warrants
Adjourn
On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously VOTED to adjourn.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Kate Reid and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously VOTED to adjourn..” (Motion: Reid, second: Brown)
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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