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August 22, 2023
12 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Kate Reid, Travis Snell, Barney Arnold, David Model, Nathan Brown
Absent: None
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HYBRID Meeting
Enter into executive session pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A, §21 (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Police Union (Local 201) as an open meeting may have a detrimental...
On the motion made by Barney Arnold and seconded by Travis Snell, it was unanimously VOTED by the Select Board to enter into executive session pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A, §21 (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Police Union (Local 201) as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's bargaining position, and afterward, the Board will return to open session. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye, T. Snell-Aye and K. Reid-Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Barney Arnold and seconded by Travis Snell, it was unanimously VOTED by the Select Board to enter into executive session pursuant to MGL Ch. 30A, §21 (3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Police Union (Local 201) as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the Town's bargaining position, and afterward, the Board will return to open session. ROLL CALL VOTE: B. Arnold-Aye, N. Brown-Aye, D. Model-Aye, T. Snell-Aye and K. Reid-Aye.” (Motion: Arnold, second: Snell)
Full-time Patrol Officer - Denise Kiley
Appoint Denise Kiley as a Full-time Police Officer with the Carlisle Police Department pending successful salary negotiations and background check
On the motion made by Barney Arnold and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Denise Kiley as a Full-time Police Officer with the Carlisle Police Department pending successful salary negotiations and background check.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Barney Arnold and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Denise Kiley as a Full-time Police Officer with the Carlisle Police Department pending successful salary negotiations and background check..” (Motion: Arnold, second: Model)
Treasurer/Collector - Sandra Nason
Appoint Sandra Nason to the Town Treasurer and Tax Collector position for the Town of Carlisle
On the motion made by Barney Arnold and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Sandra Nason to the Town Treasurer and Tax Collector position for the Town of Carlisle.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Barney Arnold and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Sandra Nason to the Town Treasurer and Tax Collector position for the Town of Carlisle..” (Motion: Arnold, second: Model)
Resignations
Accept the resignation of Frank Wojitas who served as the head mechanic for the Department of Public Works for the past 17 years
On the motion made by Barney Arnold and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously VOTED to accept the resignation of Frank Wojitas who served as the head mechanic for the Department of Public Works for the past 17 years.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Barney Arnold and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously VOTED to accept the resignation of Frank Wojitas who served as the head mechanic for the Department of Public Works for the past 17 years..” (Motion: Arnold, second: Brown)
Police K9 Discussion
Support the creation of a Public Safety Canine Unit (K-9) Unit within the Carlisle Police Department
On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Travis Snell, it was unanimously VOTED to support the creation of a Public Safety Canine Unit (K-9) Unit within the Carlisle Police Department.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Travis Snell, it was unanimously VOTED to support the creation of a Public Safety Canine Unit (K-9) Unit within the Carlisle Police Department..” (Motion: Brown, second: Snell)
Pending ARPA Funding Requests
Approve $48,000 to assist Carlisle senior households in financial need by increasing the amount of home heating assistance available
On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to approve $48,000 to assist Carlisle senior households in financial need by increasing the amount of home heating assistance available.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to approve $48,000 to assist Carlisle senior households in financial need by increasing the amount of home heating assistance available..” (Motion: Brown, second: Arnold)
Approve $12,000* in ARPA funds to be used for nutrition support for Carlisle seniors in need
On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to approve $12,000* in ARPA funds to be used for nutrition support for Carlisle seniors in need.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to approve $12,000* in ARPA funds to be used for nutrition support for Carlisle seniors in need..” (Motion: Brown, second: Arnold)
Approve increasing the ARPA funding for Chart of Accounts Update/Expansion by an additional $14,000 for a total approved amount of $54,000
On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to approve increasing the ARPA funding for Chart of Accounts Update/Expansion by an additional $14,000 for a total approved amount of $54,000.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to approve increasing the ARPA funding for Chart of Accounts Update/Expansion by an additional $14,000 for a total approved amount of $54,000..” (Motion: Brown, second: Arnold)
Fall Town Meeting Warrant
Close the Special Town Meeting Warrant called for Monday, October 16, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at the Carlisle Public Schools - Corey Auditorium, 83 School St., Carlisle, MA
On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to close the Special Town Meeting Warrant called for Monday, October 16, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at the Carlisle Public Schools - Corey Auditorium, 83 School St., Carlisle, MA.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to close the Special Town Meeting Warrant called for Monday, October 16, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at the Carlisle Public Schools - Corey Auditorium, 83 School St., Carlisle, MA..” (Motion: Brown, second: Arnold)
Cemetery Deeds
Transfer land in the public burial ground at Green Cemetery as follows: Deed 803 described as Lot D 382, Grave 1 to David Blacquier, 96 College Ave, Medford, MA 02155 on behalf of Fred Blacquier...
On the motion made by Travis Snell and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to transfer land in the public burial ground at Green Cemetery as follows: Deed 803 described as Lot D 382, Grave 1 to David Blacquier, 96 College Ave, Medford, MA 02155 on behalf of Fred Blacquier (former Carlisle resident) Deed 804 described as Lot D 414, Graves 3 & 4 to James Jovenich (former Carlisle resident) P.O. Box 242, Rumney, NH 03266-0242 Deed 805 described as Lot D 373, Graves 1 & 2 to William and Laurie Diercks, 230 School St., Carlisle MA 01741 Deed 806 described as Lot D 373, Grave 3 to Susan Stengrevics, 1184 Westford St., Carlisle MA 01741 Deed 807 described as Lot D 411, Graves 2 & 3 to William and Judith Guild, 1400 Westford St., Carlisle MA 01741 Deed 808 described as Lot 196, Graves 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, & 8 to Marjorie Findlay 245 Rockland Rd, Carlisle, MA 01714 Review Minutes & Warrants: Minutes Approval:
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Travis Snell and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to transfer land in the public burial ground at Green Cemetery as follows: Deed 803 described as Lot D 382, Grave 1 to David Blacquier, 96 College Ave, Medford, MA 02155 on behalf of Fred Blacquier (former Carlisle resident) Deed 804 described as Lot D 414, Graves 3 & 4 to James Jovenich (former Carlisle resident) P.O. Box 242, Rumney, NH 03266-0242 Deed 805 described as Lot D 373, Graves 1 & 2 to William and Laurie Diercks, 230 School St., Carlisle MA 01741 Deed 806 described as Lot D 373, Grave 3 to Susan Stengrevics, 1184 Westford St., Carlisle MA 01741 Deed 807 described as Lot D 411, Graves 2 & 3 to William and Judith Guild, 1400 Westford St., Carlisle MA 01741 Deed 808 described as Lot 196, Graves 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, & 8 to Marjorie Findlay 245 Rockland Rd, Carlisle, MA 01714 Review Minutes & Warrants: Minutes Approval:.” (Motion: Snell, second: Arnold)
Minutes Approval
Approve the Select Board meeting minutes from July 25th as amended
On the motion made by Travis Snell and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the Select Board meeting minutes from July 25th as amended.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Travis Snell and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the Select Board meeting minutes from July 25th as amended..” (Motion: Snell, second: Arnold)
FY24 Warrants
Adjourn
On the motion made by Travis Snell and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously VOTED to adjourn MEETING ADJOURNED Documents reviewed during the meeting: Select Board Meeting Packet: https://www.carlislema.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5210/SB_08222023_Agenda__Packet Prepared by J.Gibbons
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Travis Snell and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously VOTED to adjourn MEETING ADJOURNED Documents reviewed during the meeting: Select Board Meeting Packet: https://www.carlislema.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5210/SB_08222023_Agenda__Packet Prepared by J.Gibbons.” (Motion: Snell, 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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