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October 2, 2023
27 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Patricia Wojtas, George Dixon, Virginia Crocker Timmins, Erin Drew
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Continue the public hearing for the National Grid pole petition on Groton Rd. to Monday, October 23rd at 6:00PM
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to continue the public hearing for the National Grid pole petition on Groton Rd. to Monday, October 23rd at 6:00PM. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to continue the public hearing for the National Grid pole petition on Groton Rd. to Monday, October 23rd at 6:00PM. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
SELECT BOARD'S RECOMMENDATINS ON FALL ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES
Support recommendation of Article 25: Adoption of the Specialized Energy Code
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins for the Select Board to support recommendation of Article 25: Adoption of the Specialized Energy Code. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
Yes: Dixon, Timmins, WojtasNo: Drew
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins for the Select Board to support recommendation of Article 25: Adoption of the Specialized Energy Code. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 3-1, with Board Member Drew opposing..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 2 as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 2 as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 2 as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 3 as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 3 as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 3 as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 4: Funding for Collective Bargaining Agreements as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 4: Funding for Collective Bargaining Agreements as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 4: Funding for Collective Bargaining Agreements as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 6: Statewide Opioid Settlement Abatement Fund as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 6: Statewide Opioid Settlement Abatement Fund as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 6: Statewide Opioid Settlement Abatement Fund as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 7: Acquisition of the Pinehill Road land known as Koulas Farm as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 7: Acquisition of the Pinehill Road land known as Koulas Farm as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 7: Acquisition of the Pinehill Road land known as Koulas Farm as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 8: Koulas Farm Planning Preparation funded through Community Preservation Funds as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 8: Koulas Farm Planning Preparation funded through Community Preservation Funds as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 8: Koulas Farm Planning Preparation funded through Community Preservation Funds as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
MENDATINS ON FALL ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES
Recommend approval of Article 9 as presented
MOTION: by Board Member Dixon that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 9 as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
The minutes give the count as 3-0, but 4 members were present. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Board Member Dixon that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 9 as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 3-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Dixon, second: Drew)
SIGN GRANT OF EASEMENT FOR 43 HALL ROAD
Authorize the Town Manager to sign the grant of easement for 43 Hall Road as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmis that the Board authorize the Town Manager to sign the grant of easement for 43 Hall Road as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmis that the Board authorize the Town Manager to sign the grant of easement for 43 Hall Road as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
SELECT BOARD'S RECOMMENDATINS ON FALL ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT ARTICLES
Recommend approval of Article 10: Chelmsford High School Kitchen Renovation as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 10: Chelmsford High School Kitchen Renovation as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 10: Chelmsford High School Kitchen Renovation as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 11: Roadway and Sidewalk Construction as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 11: Roadway and Sidewalk Construction as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 11: Roadway and Sidewalk Construction as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 12: Sewer Infiltration and Inflow as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 12: Sewer Infiltration and Inflow as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 12: Sewer Infiltration and Inflow as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 13: PFAS Remediation as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 13: PFAS Remediation as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 13: PFAS Remediation as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 14: Adams Library Masonry Repair as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 14: Adams Library Masonry Repair as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 14: Adams Library Masonry Repair as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 15: MacKay Public Library Masonry Repair as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 15: MacKay Public Library Masonry Repair as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 15: MacKay Public Library Masonry Repair as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 16: Strategic Plan development as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 16: Strategic Plan development as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 16: Strategic Plan development as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 17: Free Cash to the General Stabilization Fund as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 17: Free Cash to the General Stabilization Fund as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 17: Free Cash to the General Stabilization Fund as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 18: Public Shade Tree Revolving Fund as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 18: Public Shade Tree Revolving Fund as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 18: Public Shade Tree Revolving Fund as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 19: Vault Shelving for Archived Records as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 19: Vault Shelving for Archived Records as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 19: Vault Shelving for Archived Records as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 20: Zoning Bylaw Amendment - RB to RC for a Portion of Littleton Road as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 20: Zoning Bylaw Amendment - RB to RC for a Portion of Littleton Road as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
Yes: WojtasNo: Dixon, Drew, Timmins
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 20: Zoning Bylaw Amendment - RB to RC for a Portion of Littleton Road as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion fails 1 - 3, with Chair Wojtas voting in favor..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 22: General Bylaw Amendment - Posting Locations for Town Meeting Warrants as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 22: General Bylaw Amendment - Posting Locations for Town Meeting Warrants as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 22: General Bylaw Amendment - Posting Locations for Town Meeting Warrants as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 23: Town Charter Amendment - Nominating Signatures for Town Meeting Representatives as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 23: Town Charter Amendment - Nominating Signatures for Town Meeting Representatives as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 23: Town Charter Amendment - Nominating Signatures for Town Meeting Representatives as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 24: General Bylaw Amendment - Repeal Section 142-37 Pertaining to Utility Poles as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 24: General Bylaw Amendment - Repeal Section 142-37 Pertaining to Utility Poles as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 24: General Bylaw Amendment - Repeal Section 142-37 Pertaining to Utility Poles as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 26: Acquire Permanent Easement at 9 Acton Road as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 26: Acquire Permanent Easement at 9 Acton Road as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 26: Acquire Permanent Easement at 9 Acton Road as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Recommend approval of Article 27: Sewer Drainage Easement on Old Farm Way as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 27: Sewer Drainage Easement on Old Farm Way as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 27: Sewer Drainage Easement on Old Farm Way as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to adjourn at 7:52PM. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to adjourn at 7:52PM. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
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