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May 28, 2024
11 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Kate Reid, Travis Snell, Scott Triola, David Model, Barney Arnold
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- David Model arrived after the meeting began.
- Barney Arnold arrived after the meeting began.
Every vote, in order
Executive Session
Enter Executive Session pursuant to MGL c. 30A, § 21, reason three: 3
On the motion of Travis Snell and seconded by Scott Triola, it was unanimously voted to enter Executive Session pursuant to MGL c. 30A, § 21, reason three: 3.
Yes: Reid, Snell, TriolaDavid Model had not yet joined the meeting and is not shown voting. Barney Arnold had not yet joined the meeting and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“On the motion of Travis Snell and seconded by Scott Triola, it was unanimously voted to enter Executive Session pursuant to MGL c. 30A, § 21, reason three: 3..” (Motion: Snell, second: Triola)
Board Reorganization
Nominate the slate
Kate Reid made the motion, seconded by David Model, to nominate the following slate: - Travis Snell as Chair of the Select Board; - Barney Arnold as Vice-Chair of the Select Board; - and, Scott Triola as Clerk of the Select Board. Travis Snell thanked Reid and accepted the nomination, stating he would be honored to be Chair and that Arnold would "do a great job" as Vice Chair. Barney Arnold stated she'd be happy to serve as Vice Chair and work with Snell as Chair and Triola as Clerk. It was unanimously voted to nominate the slate. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye
From the minutes
“Kate Reid made the motion, seconded by David Model, to nominate the following slate: - Travis Snell as Chair of the Select Board; - Barney Arnold as Vice-Chair of the Select Board; - and, Scott Triola as Clerk of the Select Board. Travis Snell thanked Reid and accepted the nomination, stating he would be honored to be Chair and that Arnold would "do a great job" as Vice Chair. Barney Arnold stated she'd be happy to serve as Vice Chair and work with Snell as Chair and Triola as Clerk. It was unanimously voted to nominate the slate. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Model)
Board Reorganization (Continued)
Authorize Barney Arnold to review and approve all bills, drafts, orders and payrolls on behalf of the Select Board; provided, however, that the member shall make available to the Select Board at...
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to authorize Barney Arnold to review and approve all bills, drafts, orders and payrolls on behalf of the Select Board; provided, however, that the member shall make available to the Select Board at the first meeting following such action, a record of such actions. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to authorize Barney Arnold to review and approve all bills, drafts, orders and payrolls on behalf of the Select Board; provided, however, that the member shall make available to the Select Board at the first meeting following such action, a record of such actions. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Model)
COAHS Bequest Acceptance
Accept a bequest of $5,124 from the estate of Frederic Arthur Blacquier to the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Scott Triola, it was unanimously voted to accept a bequest of $5,124 from the estate of Frederic Arthur Blacquier to the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Scott Triola, it was unanimously voted to accept a bequest of $5,124 from the estate of Frederic Arthur Blacquier to the Carlisle Council on Aging and Human Services. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Triola)
Review of Minutes
Approve the May 7, 2024 Select Board meeting minutes as presented
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was voted to approve the May 7, 2024 Select Board meeting minutes as presented. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - abstain
Yes: Arnold, Model, Reid, SnellAbstained: Triola
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Barney Arnold, it was voted to approve the May 7, 2024 Select Board meeting minutes as presented. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - abstain.” (Motion: Reid, second: Arnold)
Appointments and Resignation
Appoint Joseph Topol (81 Greystone Ln) as Constable for the Town of Carlisle with term expiring June 30, 2025 contingent upon the filing of the required bond with the Town of Carlisle; further to...
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to appoint Joseph Topol (81 Greystone Ln) as Constable for the Town of Carlisle with term expiring June 30, 2025 contingent upon the filing of the required bond with the Town of Carlisle; further to appoint Brian Murphy (534 Concord St) as a member of the Land Stewardship Committee, term to end June 30, 2027. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to appoint Joseph Topol (81 Greystone Ln) as Constable for the Town of Carlisle with term expiring June 30, 2025 contingent upon the filing of the required bond with the Town of Carlisle; further to appoint Brian Murphy (534 Concord St) as a member of the Land Stewardship Committee, term to end June 30, 2027. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Model)
Grant of Location Hearing - Acton St. (Eversource)
Open the public hearing for the Grant of Location Application for Acton St
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Travis Snell, it was unanimously voted to open the public hearing for the Grant of Location Application for Acton St. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by Travis Snell, it was unanimously voted to open the public hearing for the Grant of Location Application for Acton St. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Snell)
Close the public hearing for the Grant of Location Application for Acton St
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to close the public hearing for the Grant of Location Application for Acton St. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to close the public hearing for the Grant of Location Application for Acton St. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Model)
Approve the petition and plan submitted by NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY dba EVERSOURCE ENERGY for the purpose of obtaining a Grant of Location to install approximately 10± feet of conduit in Acton Street
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to approve the petition and plan submitted by NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY dba EVERSOURCE ENERGY for the purpose of obtaining a Grant of Location to install approximately 10± feet of conduit in Acton Street. Said work is necessary to upgrade the existing underground electric service to 63 and 75 Acton Street, Carlisle. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to approve the petition and plan submitted by NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY dba EVERSOURCE ENERGY for the purpose of obtaining a Grant of Location to install approximately 10± feet of conduit in Acton Street. Said work is necessary to upgrade the existing underground electric service to 63 and 75 Acton Street, Carlisle. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Model)
Town Administrator Report
Approve the use of Chapter 90 to fund the proposed Westford Street emergency culvert replacement design contingent on permitting approval from all applicable Boards
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to approve the use of Chapter 90 to fund the proposed Westford Street emergency culvert replacement design contingent on permitting approval from all applicable Boards. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to approve the use of Chapter 90 to fund the proposed Westford Street emergency culvert replacement design contingent on permitting approval from all applicable Boards. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye.” (Motion: Reid, second: Model)
Adjournment
Adjourn
On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye
From the minutes
“On the motion of Kate Reid and seconded by David Model, it was unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting. ROLL CALL: B. Arnold - aye; D. Model - aye; K. Reid - aye; T. Snell - aye; S. Triola - aye.” (Motion: Reid, 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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