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April 7, 2025
40 recorded votes, 4 with disagreement.
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Present: Patricia Wojtas, Erin Drew, Patrick Maloney, Jeffrey Hardy, Aaron Cunningham
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Support Article 27: Happy Tails Pet Cemetery as submitted and presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to support Article 27: Happy Tails Pet Cemetery as submitted and presented. Seconded by Clerk Cunningham. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-N, Vice Chair Maloney-N, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-N.
Yes: Cunningham, WojtasNo: Drew, Hardy, Maloney
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to support Article 27: Happy Tails Pet Cemetery as submitted and presented. Seconded by Clerk Cunningham. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-N, Vice Chair Maloney-N, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-N. Motion fails 2-3..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Cunningham)
Approve Article 29: General Bylaw Amendment Chapter 108 Outdoor Lighting as submitted
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to approve Article 29: General Bylaw Amendment Chapter 108 Outdoor Lighting as submitted. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-N, Vice Chair Maloney-N, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
Yes: Cunningham, Hardy, WojtasNo: Drew, Maloney
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to approve Article 29: General Bylaw Amendment Chapter 108 Outdoor Lighting as submitted. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-N, Vice Chair Maloney-N, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes, 3-2..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Approve Article 30: Zoning Bylaw Amendment Chapter Section 195-34 Outdoor Illumination as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to approve Article 30: Zoning Bylaw Amendment Chapter Section 195-34 Outdoor Illumination as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy.. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-N, Vice Chair Maloney-N, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
Yes: Cunningham, Hardy, WojtasNo: Drew, Maloney
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to approve Article 30: Zoning Bylaw Amendment Chapter Section 195-34 Outdoor Illumination as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy.. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-N, Vice Chair Maloney-N, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes, 3-2..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Support Article 31: Zoning Bylaw Amendment various corrections as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to support Article 31: Zoning Bylaw Amendment various corrections as presented. Seconded by Clerk Cunningham. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to support Article 31: Zoning Bylaw Amendment various corrections as presented. Seconded by Clerk Cunningham. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Cunningham)
Recommend approval of Article 32: Zoning Bylaw Amendment Floodplain District as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to recommend approval of Article 32: Zoning Bylaw Amendment Floodplain District as presented. Seconded by Clerk Cunningham. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to recommend approval of Article 32: Zoning Bylaw Amendment Floodplain District as presented. Seconded by Clerk Cunningham. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Cunningham)
Recommend approval of Article 28: Zoning Bylaw Amendment Fast Casual Restaurants in the Route 129 Overlay District as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to recommend approval of Article 28: Zoning Bylaw Amendment Fast Casual Restaurants in the Route 129 Overlay District as presented. Seconded by Clerk Cunningham. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney for the Select Board to recommend approval of Article 28: Zoning Bylaw Amendment Fast Casual Restaurants in the Route 129 Overlay District as presented. Seconded by Clerk Cunningham. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Cunningham)
Recommend approval of Article 3: Nashoba Valley Technical School District FY26 Assessment
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 3: Nashoba Valley Technical School District FY26 Assessment. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 3: Nashoba Valley Technical School District FY26 Assessment. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 4: Chelmsford Public Schools Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 4: Chelmsford Public Schools Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 4: Chelmsford Public Schools Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 5: General Government Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 5: General Government Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 5: General Government Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 7: Finance Committee Reserve Fund in the amount of $400,000 as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 7: Finance Committee Reserve Fund in the amount of $400,000 as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 7: Finance Committee Reserve Fund in the amount of $400,000 as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 8: Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 8: Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 8: Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney)
Recommend approval of Article 9: Fiscal Year 2026 Sewer Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 9: Fiscal Year 2026 Sewer Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 9: Fiscal Year 2026 Sewer Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 10: Fiscal Year 2026 Sewer Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 10: Fiscal Year 2026 Sewer Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 10: Fiscal Year 2026 Sewer Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 11: Stormwater Ten-Wheel Dump Truck as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 11: Stormwater Ten-Wheel Dump Truck as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 11: Stormwater Ten-Wheel Dump Truck as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 12: Fiscal Year 2026 Forum Ice Rink Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 12: Fiscal Year 2026 Forum Ice Rink Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 12: Fiscal Year 2026 Forum Ice Rink Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 13: Fiscal Year 2026 PEG Access and Cable Related Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 13: Fiscal Year 2026 PEG Access and Cable Related Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 13: Fiscal Year 2026 PEG Access and Cable Related Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 14: Fiscal Year 2026 Golf Course Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 14: Fiscal Year 2026 Golf Course Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 14: Fiscal Year 2026 Golf Course Enterprise Fund Operating Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 15: Annual Appropriation of Departmental Revolving Funds as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 15: Annual Appropriation of Departmental Revolving Funds as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 15: Annual Appropriation of Departmental Revolving Funds as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 16: Cemetery Improvement and Development Fund as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 16: Cemetery Improvement and Development Fund as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 16: Cemetery Improvement and Development Fund as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 17: Property Valuation Services as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 17: Property Valuation Services as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 17: Property Valuation Services as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 18 to accept M.G.L. Chapter 59 Section 5 Clause 221 to increase the Veterans Exemptions as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 18 to accept M.G.L. Chapter 59 Section 5 Clause 221 to increase the Veterans Exemptions as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 18 to accept M.G.L. Chapter 59 Section 5 Clause 221 to increase the Veterans Exemptions as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 19 to accept M.G.L. Chapter 59 Section 5 Clause 17F to increase Senior Exemptions as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 19 to accept M.G.L. Chapter 59 Section 5 Clause 17F to increase Senior Exemptions as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 19 to accept M.G.L. Chapter 59 Section 5 Clause 17F to increase Senior Exemptions as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 20: Study to Fund and Improve Municipal Operations as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 20: Study to Fund and Improve Municipal Operations as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 20: Study to Fund and Improve Municipal Operations as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 21: School Department Transportation of Foster Care Children Reimbursement as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 21: School Department Transportation of Foster Care Children Reimbursement as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 21: School Department Transportation of Foster Care Children Reimbursement as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 22: General Bylaw Amendment Submission of the Town Manager's Proposed Budget as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 22: General Bylaw Amendment Submission of the Town Manager's Proposed Budget as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 22: General Bylaw Amendment Submission of the Town Manager's Proposed Budget as presented. Seconded by Approved 5/12/2025 Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney)
Recommend approval of Article 23: General Bylaw Amendment Dog and Kennel License Fees as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 23: General Bylaw Amendment Dog and Kennel License Fees as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 23: General Bylaw Amendment Dog and Kennel License Fees as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 24: General Bylaw Amendment Sealer of Weights and Measures Fees as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 24: General Bylaw Amendment Sealer of Weights and Measures Fees as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 24: General Bylaw Amendment Sealer of Weights and Measures Fees as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 25: Community Preservation Fund FY26 Debt Service, Admin, Expenses and Reserves as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 25: Community Preservation Fund FY26 Debt Service, Admin, Expenses and Reserves as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 25: Community Preservation Fund FY26 Debt Service, Admin, Expenses and Reserves as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 26: Community Preservation Fund Town Center Underground Utility Project as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 26: Community Preservation Fund Town Center Underground Utility Project as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 26: Community Preservation Fund Town Center Underground Utility Project as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 33: Easements on town-owned property for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 33: Easements on town-owned property for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 33: Easements on town-owned property for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Recommend approval of Article 34: Street Acceptance of Woodbine Street Extension as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 34: Street Acceptance of Woodbine Street Extension as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board recommend approval of Article 34: Street Acceptance of Woodbine Street Extension as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Board Member Hardy-Y. Motion passes 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
REQUEST TO INSTALL A MEMORIAL BENCH AT VARNEY PLAYGROUND
Approve the request to install a memorial bench at Varney Playground and the request for recognition as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board approve the request to install a memorial bench at Varney Playground and the request for recognition as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board approve the request to install a memorial bench at Varney Playground and the request for recognition as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y. Motion carries 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
PRINCETON STREET
Approve the regulatory agreement for 255 Princeton St. as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board approve the regulatory agreement for 255 Princeton St. as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board approve the regulatory agreement for 255 Princeton St. as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y. Motion carries 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
FOR SHARED SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES SERVICES
Approve the intermunicipal agreement with the towns of Tewksbury and Westford for shared sealer of weights and measures services as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board approve the intermunicipal agreement with the towns of Tewksbury and Westford for shared sealer of weights and measures services as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board approve the intermunicipal agreement with the towns of Tewksbury and Westford for shared sealer of weights and measures services as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y. Motion carries 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
SELECT BOARD LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS
Appoint Pat Wojtas to be the representative to NMCOG
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney to appoint Pat Wojtas to be the representative to NMCOG. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney to appoint Pat Wojtas to be the representative to NMCOG. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y. Motion carries 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
TOWN MANAGER BID AWARDS
Approve the Town Manager's bid award to Cassidy Landscaping as the low bidder for the 2025 tree planting project as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board approve the Town Manager's bid award to Cassidy Landscaping as the low bidder for the 2025 tree planting project as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board approve the Town Manager's bid award to Cassidy Landscaping as the low bidder for the 2025 tree planting project as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y. Motion carries 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
Approve the Town Manager's bid award to Tasco Construction as the low bidder for the ADA compliant pedestrian ramps as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board approve the Town Manager's bid award to Tasco Construction as the low bidder for the ADA compliant pedestrian ramps as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney that the Select Board approve the Town Manager's bid award to Tasco Construction as the low bidder for the ADA compliant pedestrian ramps as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Vice Approved 5/12/2025 Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y and Clerk Cunningham-Y. Motion carries 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
APPOINTMENTS
Approve the Town Manager appointments as presented
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney to approve the Town Manager appointments as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y and Board Member Wojtas-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney to approve the Town Manager appointments as presented. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y and Board Member Wojtas-Y. Motion carries 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
MEETING MINUTES
Approve the regular meeting minutes of the Select Board for March 24, 2025 as amended
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney to approve the regular meeting minutes of the Select Board for March 24, 2025 as amended. Seconded by Board Member Wojtas. Roll call vote: Chair Drew- Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y, Clerk Cunningham-A and Board Member Hardy-A.
Yes: Drew, Maloney, WojtasAbstained: Cunningham, Hardy
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney to approve the regular meeting minutes of the Select Board for March 24, 2025 as amended. Seconded by Board Member Wojtas. Roll call vote: Chair Drew- Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Wojtas-Y, Clerk Cunningham-A and Board Member Hardy-A. Motion carries 3-0, with two abstentions..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Wojtas)
ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Adjourn to Executive Session at 8:50PM to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation regarding the Ledge Road commercial trucking complaint; to discuss strategy with respect to...
MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney to adjourn to Executive Session at 8:50PM to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation regarding the Ledge Road commercial trucking complaint; to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the following employee labor unions: Chelmsford Police Commanding Officers' Association, NEPBA Local 6; Chelmsford Police Superior Officers' Association, NEPBA Local 20; Chelmsford Police Patrol Officers' Association, FOP Lodge 110; Chelmsford Public Safety Dispatchers Association, AFSCME Council 93; International Association of Firefighters, Local 1839; and Library Employees, AFT Local 3569; and to approve Executive Session Meeting Minutes of December 23, 2024 and January 6, 2025 not to return to Open Session. The meeting is being held in Executive Session as an Open Meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the town as declared by the Chair. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y and Board Member Wojtas-Y.
From the minutes
“MOTION: by Vice Chair Maloney to adjourn to Executive Session at 8:50PM to discuss strategy with respect to potential litigation regarding the Ledge Road commercial trucking complaint; to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the following employee labor unions: Chelmsford Police Commanding Officers' Association, NEPBA Local 6; Chelmsford Police Superior Officers' Association, NEPBA Local 20; Chelmsford Police Patrol Officers' Association, FOP Lodge 110; Chelmsford Public Safety Dispatchers Association, AFSCME Council 93; International Association of Firefighters, Local 1839; and Library Employees, AFT Local 3569; and to approve Executive Session Meeting Minutes of December 23, 2024 and January 6, 2025 not to return to Open Session. The meeting is being held in Executive Session as an Open Meeting would have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the town as declared by the Chair. Seconded by Board Member Hardy. Roll call vote: Chair Drew-Y, Vice Chair Maloney-Y, Board Member Hardy-Y, Clerk Cunningham-Y and Board Member Wojtas-Y. Motion carries 5-0, unanimous..” (Motion: Maloney, second: Hardy)
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