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November 28, 2023
10 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Kate Reid, Travis Snell, Barney Arnold, Nathan Brown, David Model
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- David Model took part remotely.
- David Model arrived after the meeting began.
Every vote, in order
Tax Classification Hearing
Approve the opening of the Tax Classification Hearing in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40, section 56; to determine the percentages of the local tax levy to...
On the motion of Barney Arnold and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously voted to approve the opening of the Tax Classification Hearing in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40, section 56; to determine the percentages of the local tax levy to be borne by each class of real and personal property for the fiscal year 2024. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; N. Brown - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Barney Arnold and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously voted to approve the opening of the Tax Classification Hearing in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40, section 56; to determine the percentages of the local tax levy to be borne by each class of real and personal property for the fiscal year 2024. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; N. Brown - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye.” (Motion: Arnold, second: Brown)
For the purpose of setting the Fiscal Year 2024 property tax rate, approve a residential factor of one, thereby establishing a uniform tax rate with no difference between the Residential / Open...
On the motion of Barney Arnold and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously voted for the purpose of setting the Fiscal Year 2024 property tax rate, approve a residential factor of one, thereby establishing a uniform tax rate with no difference between the Residential / Open Space property classes and Commercial / Industrial / Personal Property property classes. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; N. Brown - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Barney Arnold and seconded by Nathan Brown, it was unanimously voted for the purpose of setting the Fiscal Year 2024 property tax rate, approve a residential factor of one, thereby establishing a uniform tax rate with no difference between the Residential / Open Space property classes and Commercial / Industrial / Personal Property property classes. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; N. Brown - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye.” (Motion: Arnold, second: Brown)
Does not grant an open space discount, does not adopt a residential exemption, and does not to adopt a small commercial exemption for Fiscal Year 2024
On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously voted that the Board does not grant an open space discount, does not adopt a residential exemption, and does not to adopt a small commercial exemption for Fiscal Year 2024. Furthermore, we acknowledge that the Board of Assessors has informed the Select Board that the excess levy capacity for Fiscal Year 2024 is $3,638,471 ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; N. Brown - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously voted that the Board does not grant an open space discount, does not adopt a residential exemption, and does not to adopt a small commercial exemption for Fiscal Year 2024. Furthermore, we acknowledge that the Board of Assessors has informed the Select Board that the excess levy capacity for Fiscal Year 2024 is $3,638,471 ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; N. Brown - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye.” (Motion: Brown, second: Arnold)
Close the Tas Classification Hearing
On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously voted to close the Tas Classification Hearing. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; N. Brown - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye
Yes: Arnold, Brown, Model, ReidThe roll call does not list Travis Snell, who was at the meeting, so that member is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was unanimously voted to close the Tas Classification Hearing. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; N. Brown - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye.” (Motion: Brown, second: Arnold)
Opening of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant
Open the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting currently scheduled for April 29, 2024 and to close the warrant on February 13, 2024
On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold it was unanimously voted to open the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting currently scheduled for April 29, 2024 and to close the warrant on February 13, 2024.
From the minutes
“On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold it was unanimously voted to open the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting currently scheduled for April 29, 2024 and to close the warrant on February 13, 2024..” (Motion: Brown, second: Arnold)
Set a deadline of January 30, 2024 for submission citizen's petitions to the Town Clerk
On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold it was unanimously voted to set a deadline of January 30, 2024 for submission citizen's petitions to the Town Clerk.
From the minutes
“On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by Barney Arnold it was unanimously voted to set a deadline of January 30, 2024 for submission citizen's petitions to the Town Clerk..” (Motion: Brown, second: Arnold)
Town Administrator Report
Approve the request for use of the Town Common for the William's Be Yourself Challenge event "Brighten the Night" on December 20, 2023 4pm-8pm
On the motion of Barney Arnold and seconded by Travis Snell it was unanimously voted to approve the request for use of the Town Common for the William's Be Yourself Challenge event "Brighten the Night" on December 20, 2023 4pm-8pm.
From the minutes
“On the motion of Barney Arnold and seconded by Travis Snell it was unanimously voted to approve the request for use of the Town Common for the William's Be Yourself Challenge event "Brighten the Night" on December 20, 2023 4pm-8pm..” (Motion: Arnold, second: Snell)
Approve the request for the use of Town Property, including the Town Common, Spaulding Field, the usable portions of the school and grounds, the Fire Station, Town Hall and the byways that attach...
On the motion of Barney Arnold and seconded by David Model it was unanimously voted to approve the request for the use of Town Property, including the Town Common, Spaulding Field, the usable portions of the school and grounds, the Fire Station, Town Hall and the byways that attach to these properties as well as selected roads for the 1- and 5-mile foot races and parade, for Old Home Day June 22-23, 2024; and to approve the hanging of a banner on School Street starting June 1st until the end of June 2024.
From the minutes
“On the motion of Barney Arnold and seconded by David Model it was unanimously voted to approve the request for the use of Town Property, including the Town Common, Spaulding Field, the usable portions of the school and grounds, the Fire Station, Town Hall and the byways that attach to these properties as well as selected roads for the 1- and 5-mile foot races and parade, for Old Home Day June 22-23, 2024; and to approve the hanging of a banner on School Street starting June 1st until the end of June 2024..” (Motion: Arnold, second: Model)
Approval of Minutes and Warrants
Approve the minutes of the October 10th, 2023 and November 14th 2023 meetings as presented in the packet, with non-substantive corrections for grammar
On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by David Model it was unanimously voted to approve the minutes of the October 10th, 2023 and November 14th 2023 meetings as presented in the packet, with non-substantive corrections for grammar.
From the minutes
“On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by David Model it was unanimously voted to approve the minutes of the October 10th, 2023 and November 14th 2023 meetings as presented in the packet, with non-substantive corrections for grammar..” (Motion: Brown, second: Model)
Adjournment
Adjourn
On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by David Model it was unanimously voted to adjourn.
From the minutes
“On the motion of Nathan Brown and seconded by David Model it was unanimously voted to adjourn..” (Motion: Brown, second: Model)
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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