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October 23, 2023
14 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Patricia Wojtas, George Dixon, Virginia Crocker Timmins, Erin Drew
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Close the public hearing for the National Grid pole petition on Groton Rd
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to close the public hearing for the National Grid pole petition on Groton Rd. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to close the public hearing for the National Grid pole petition on Groton Rd. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Approve the National Grid pole petition for 258-264 Groton Rd. contingent on National Grid notifying the DPW so that an employee can be present onsite at install and contingent on moving the pole...
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the National Grid pole petition for 258-264 Groton Rd. contingent on National Grid notifying the DPW so that an employee can be present onsite at install and contingent on moving the pole location as far away as possible from Groton Rd. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the National Grid pole petition for 258-264 Groton Rd. contingent on National Grid notifying the DPW so that an employee can be present onsite at install and contingent on moving the pole location as far away as possible from Groton Rd. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Close the public hearing
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to close the public hearing. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
Yes: Dixon, Drew, TimminsNo: Wojtas
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to close the public hearing. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 3-1 with Chair Wojtas opposing..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Approve the malt beverages farmer series pouring permit for Navigation Brewing Inc. located at 15 Central Square contingent upon the submission of a corrected seating plan and a corrected...
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the malt beverages farmer series pouring permit for Navigation Brewing Inc. located at 15 Central Square contingent upon the submission of a corrected seating plan and a corrected description of premises no longer referencing outdoor seating as discussed above. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the malt beverages farmer series pouring permit for Navigation Brewing Inc. located at 15 Central Square contingent upon the submission of a corrected seating plan and a corrected description of premises no longer referencing outdoor seating as discussed above. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
LICENSES
Approve the roadside vendor license for Central Congregational Church at 1 Worthen St. from November 24-Deember 23, 2023
MOTION: by Board Member Drew to approve the roadside vendor license for Central Congregational Church at 1 Worthen St. from November 24-Deember 23, 2023. Seconded by Board Member Dixon.
Yes: Dixon, Drew, WojtasAbstained: Timmins
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Board Member Drew to approve the roadside vendor license for Central Congregational Church at 1 Worthen St. from November 24-Deember 23, 2023. Seconded by Board Member Dixon. Motion carries 3-0, with Vice Chair Timmins abstaining..” (Motion: Drew, second: Dixon)
Approve the one day beer and wine license for the Huntington's Disease Society of America at the Chelmsford Senior Center on November 4, 2023
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the one day beer and wine license for the Huntington's Disease Society of America at the Chelmsford Senior Center on November 4, 2023. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the one day beer and wine license for the Huntington's Disease Society of America at the Chelmsford Senior Center on November 4, 2023. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Approve the special license to sell wine at an agricultural event for Aaronap Cellars LLC, at Maxwell's Winter Farmers Market from November 4, 2023 to February 25, 2024, as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the special license to sell wine at an agricultural event for Aaronap Cellars LLC, at Maxwell's Winter Farmers Market from November 4, 2023 to February 25, 2024, as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the special license to sell wine at an agricultural event for Aaronap Cellars LLC, at Maxwell's Winter Farmers Market from November 4, 2023 to February 25, 2024, as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Approve the special license to sell wine at an agricultural event for House Bear Brewing LLC at Maxwell's Winter Farmers Market from November 4, 2023 to February 25, 2024, as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the special license to sell wine at an agricultural event for House Bear Brewing LLC at Maxwell's Winter Farmers Market from November 4, 2023 to February 25, 2024, as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the special license to sell wine at an agricultural event for House Bear Brewing LLC at Maxwell's Winter Farmers Market from November 4, 2023 to February 25, 2024, as presented. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4- 0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Appropriate ARPA funds for the DPW recommended projects 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 9 as presented in the estimate cost column
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to appropriate ARPA funds for the DPW recommended projects 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 9 as presented in the estimate cost column. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to appropriate ARPA funds for the DPW recommended projects 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 9 as presented in the estimate cost column. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
APPROVAL OF EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT FOR TOWN MANAGER PAUL COHEN
Approve the employment agreement for Town Manager Paul Cohen dated October 23, 2023 for the term of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2027 as previously and individually reviewed
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the employment agreement for Town Manager Paul Cohen dated October 23, 2023 for the term of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2027 as previously and individually reviewed. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the employment agreement for Town Manager Paul Cohen dated October 23, 2023 for the term of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2027 as previously and individually reviewed. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
TOWN MANAGER APPOINTMENTS
Confirm the Town Manager's appointment of John Thompson to the Tree Committee for a three-year term to expire June 30, 2026
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to confirm the Town Manager's appointment of John Thompson to the Tree Committee for a three-year term to expire June 30, 2026. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to confirm the Town Manager's appointment of John Thompson to the Tree Committee for a three-year term to expire June 30, 2026. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
MEETING MINUTES
Approve the Select Board Regular Meeting Minutes of October 2, 2023
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the Select Board Regular Meeting Minutes of October 2, 2023. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the Select Board Regular Meeting Minutes of October 2, 2023. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
Approve the Select Board Regular Meeting Minutes of October 6, 2023
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the Select Board Regular Meeting Minutes of October 6, 2023. Seconded by Board Member Drew.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to approve the Select Board Regular Meeting Minutes of October 6, 2023. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Motion carries 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION NOT TO RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
Adjourn to Executive Session at 8:12PM, not to return to Open Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation on Ledge Rd. commercial truck traffic
MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to adjourn to Executive Session at 8:12PM, not to return to Open Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation on Ledge Rd. commercial truck traffic. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Roll call vote: Chair Wojtas - aye. Vice Chair Timmins - aye. Board Member Dixon - aye. Board Member Drew - aye.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Timmins to adjourn to Executive Session at 8:12PM, not to return to Open Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation on Ledge Rd. commercial truck traffic. Seconded by Board Member Drew. Roll call vote: Chair Wojtas - aye. Vice Chair Timmins - aye. Board Member Dixon - aye. Board Member Drew - aye. Approved 11/20/2023 Motion passed 4-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Timmins, second: Drew)
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