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May 17, 2021
26 recorded votes, 26 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Linda Escobedo, Susan Bates, Jane Hotchkiss, Terri Ackerman, Matthew Johnson
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the consent agenda
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: to approve the consent agenda. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: to approve the consent agenda. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
18 Senior Means-Tested Property Tax Exemption Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 18 (warrant article position)
18 Senior Means-Tested Property Tax Exemption Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“18 Senior Means-Tested Property Tax Exemption Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
19 Appropriation for Senior Means-Tested Tax Exemption Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 19 (warrant article position)
19 Appropriation for Senior Means-Tested Tax Exemption Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“19 Appropriation for Senior Means-Tested Tax Exemption Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
20 Light Plant Expenditures & Payment In Lieu of Taxes Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 20 (warrant article position)
20 Light Plant Expenditures & Payment In Lieu of Taxes Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“20 Light Plant Expenditures & Payment In Lieu of Taxes Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
21 Solid Waste Disposal Fund Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 21 (warrant article position)
21 Solid Waste Disposal Fund Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“21 Solid Waste Disposal Fund Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
22 Sewer System Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 22 (warrant article position)
22 Sewer System Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“22 Sewer System Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
23 Sewer Improvement Fund Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 23 (warrant article position)
23 Sewer Improvement Fund Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“23 Sewer Improvement Fund Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
24 Water System Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 24 (warrant article position)
24 Water System Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“24 Water System Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
25 Authorize Expenditure from PEG Access & Cable-Related Fund Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 25 (warrant article position)
25 Authorize Expenditure from PEG Access & Cable-Related Fund Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“25 Authorize Expenditure from PEG Access & Cable-Related Fund Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
26 Beede Swim & Fitness Center Enterprise Fund Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 26 (warrant article position)
26 Beede Swim & Fitness Center Enterprise Fund Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“26 Beede Swim & Fitness Center Enterprise Fund Expenditures Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
32 Historic District Map Amendment Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 32 (warrant article position)
32 Historic District Map Amendment Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“32 Historic District Map Amendment Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
35 General Bylaw Amendment - Tree Preservation Bylaw Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 35 (warrant article position)
35 General Bylaw Amendment - Tree Preservation Bylaw Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“35 General Bylaw Amendment - Tree Preservation Bylaw Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
36 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Floodplain Conservancy District Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 36 (warrant article position)
36 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Floodplain Conservancy District Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“36 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Floodplain Conservancy District Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
37 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Table IV Minimum Parking Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 37 (warrant article position)
37 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Table IV Minimum Parking Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“37 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Table IV Minimum Parking Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
38 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Two-Family or Additional Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 38 (warrant article position)
38 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Two-Family or Additional Affirmative Action Unanimous Dwelling Unit
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“38 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Two-Family or Additional Affirmative Action Unanimous Dwelling Unit.”
39 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Earth Removal Affirmative Action Unanimous
Recommend Affirmative Action on Article 39 (warrant article position)
39 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Earth Removal Affirmative Action Unanimous
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“39 Zoning Bylaw Amendment - Earth Removal Affirmative Action Unanimous.”
In order to reduce interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to issue refunding bonds, at one time or from time to time, pursuant to Chapter 44, Section 2lA of the General Laws, or pursuant to...
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: That in order to reduce interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to issue refunding bonds, at one time or from time to time, pursuant to Chapter 44, Section 2lA of the General Laws, or pursuant to any other enabling authority, to refund the Town's $8,750,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2011 Bonds dated May 17, 2011 maturing on May 15 in the years 2022 through 2026, inclusive (the "Refunded Bonds") and that the proceeds of any refunding bonds issued pursuant to this vote shall be used to pay the principal, redemption premium and interest on the Refunded Bonds and costs of issuance of the refunding bonds. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: That in order to reduce interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to issue refunding bonds, at one time or from time to time, pursuant to Chapter 44, Section 2lA of the General Laws, or pursuant to any other enabling authority, to refund the Town's $8,750,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2011 Bonds dated May 17, 2011 maturing on May 15 in the years 2022 through 2026, inclusive (the "Refunded Bonds") and that the proceeds of any refunding bonds issued pursuant to this vote shall be used to pay the principal, redemption premium and interest on the Refunded Bonds and costs of issuance of the refunding bonds. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
The sale of the $7,680,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2021 Bonds of the Town dated May 20, 2021 (the "Bonds") to J.P. Morgan LLC at the price of $9,146,732.09 and accrued...
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that the sale of the $7,680,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2021 Bonds of the Town dated May 20, 2021 (the "Bonds") to J.P. Morgan LLC at the price of $9,146,732.09 and accrued interest is hereby approved and confirmed. The Bonds shall be payable on February 15 of the years and in the principal amounts and bear interest at the respective rates, as follows: Interest Year Amount Rate 2022 $1,000,000 5.00% 2023 965,000 5.00 2024 975,000 5.00 2025 990,000 5.00 2026 1,005,000 5.00 2027 535,000 5.00 2028 545,000 5.00 2029 540,000 5.00 2030 555,000 5.00 2031 570,000 5.00 Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that the sale of the $7,680,000 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2021 Bonds of the Town dated May 20, 2021 (the "Bonds") to J.P. Morgan LLC at the price of $9,146,732.09 and accrued interest is hereby approved and confirmed. The Bonds shall be payable on February 15 of the years and in the principal amounts and bear interest at the respective rates, as follows: Interest Year Amount Rate 2022 $1,000,000 5.00% 2023 965,000 5.00 2024 975,000 5.00 2025 990,000 5.00 2026 1,005,000 5.00 2027 535,000 5.00 2028 545,000 5.00 2029 540,000 5.00 2030 555,000 5.00 2031 570,000 5.00 Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
In connection with the marketing and sale of the Bonds, the preparation and distribution of a Notice of Sale and Preliminary Official Statement dated May 4, 2021 and a final Official Statement...
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that in connection with the marketing and sale of the Bonds, the preparation and distribution of a Notice of Sale and Preliminary Official Statement dated May 4, 2021 and a final Official Statement dated May 12, 2021, each in such form as may be approved by the Town Treasurer, be and hereby are ratified, confirmed, approved and adopted. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that in connection with the marketing and sale of the Bonds, the preparation and distribution of a Notice of Sale and Preliminary Official Statement dated May 4, 2021 and a final Official Statement dated May 12, 2021, each in such form as may be approved by the Town Treasurer, be and hereby are ratified, confirmed, approved and adopted. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
Authorize the execution and delivery of a Refunding Escrow Agreement to be dated May 20, 2021, between the Town and U.S. Bank National Association, as Refunding Escrow Agent
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: to authorize the execution and delivery of a Refunding Escrow Agreement to be dated May 20, 2021, between the Town and U.S. Bank National Association, as Refunding Escrow Agent. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: to authorize the execution and delivery of a Refunding Escrow Agreement to be dated May 20, 2021, between the Town and U.S. Bank National Association, as Refunding Escrow Agent. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
The Town Treasurer and the Select Board be, and hereby are, authorized to execute and deliver a continuing disclosure undertaking in compliance with SEC Rule 15c2-12 in such form as may be...
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that the Town Treasurer and the Select Board be, and hereby are, authorized to execute and deliver a continuing disclosure undertaking in compliance with SEC Rule 15c2-12 in such form as may be approved by bond counsel to the Town, which undertaking shall be incorporated by reference in the Bonds for the benefit of the holders of the Bonds from time to time. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that the Town Treasurer and the Select Board be, and hereby are, authorized to execute and deliver a continuing disclosure undertaking in compliance with SEC Rule 15c2-12 in such form as may be approved by bond counsel to the Town, which undertaking shall be incorporated by reference in the Bonds for the benefit of the holders of the Bonds from time to time. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
We authorize and direct the Town Treasurer to establish post issuance federal tax compliance procedures and continuing disclosure procedures in such forms as the Town Treasurer and bond counsel...
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that we authorize and direct the Town Treasurer to establish post issuance federal tax compliance procedures and continuing disclosure procedures in such forms as the Town Treasurer and bond counsel deem sufficient, or if such procedures are currently in place, to review and update said procedures, in order to monitor and maintain the tax- exempt status of the Bonds and to comply with Jelevant securities laws. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that we authorize and direct the Town Treasurer to establish post issuance federal tax compliance procedures and continuing disclosure procedures in such forms as the Town Treasurer and bond counsel deem sufficient, or if such procedures are currently in place, to review and update said procedures, in order to monitor and maintain the tax- exempt status of the Bonds and to comply with Jelevant securities laws. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
Any certificates or documents relating to the Bonds (collectively, the "Documents"), may be executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be regarded as an original and all of which shall...
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that any certificates or documents relating to the Bonds (collectively, the "Documents"), may be executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be regarded as an original and all of which shall constitute one and the same document; delivery of an executed counterpart of a signature page to a Document by electronic mail in a ".pdf ' file or by other electronic transmission shall be as effective as delivery of a manually executed counterpart signature page to such Document; and electronic signatures on any of the Documents shall be deemed original signatures for the purposes of the Documents and all matters relating thereto, having the same legal effect as original signatures. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that any certificates or documents relating to the Bonds (collectively, the "Documents"), may be executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be regarded as an original and all of which shall constitute one and the same document; delivery of an executed counterpart of a signature page to a Document by electronic mail in a ".pdf ' file or by other electronic transmission shall be as effective as delivery of a manually executed counterpart signature page to such Document; and electronic signatures on any of the Documents shall be deemed original signatures for the purposes of the Documents and all matters relating thereto, having the same legal effect as original signatures. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
Each member of the Select Board, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer be and hereby are, authorized to take any and all such actions, and execute and deliver such certificates, receipts or other...
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that each member of the Select Board, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer be and hereby are, authorized to take any and all such actions, and execute and deliver such certificates, receipts or other documents as may be determined by them, or any of them, to be necessary or convenient to carry into effect the provisions of the foregoing votes. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: that each member of the Select Board, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer be and hereby are, authorized to take any and all such actions, and execute and deliver such certificates, receipts or other documents as may be determined by them, or any of them, to be necessary or convenient to carry into effect the provisions of the foregoing votes. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
Appoint Chief Financial Officer Kerry Lafleur to the Retirement Board for a term to begin on June 1, 2021, set to expire on April 30, 2024
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: to appoint Chief Financial Officer Kerry Lafleur to the Retirement Board for a term to begin on June 1, 2021, set to expire on April 30, 2024. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: to appoint Chief Financial Officer Kerry Lafleur to the Retirement Board for a term to begin on June 1, 2021, set to expire on April 30, 2024. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
Adjourn
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: to adjourn. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
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“Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED: to adjourn. Roll call vote Ms. Escobedo: Aye Ms. Bates: Aye Ms. Ackerman: Aye Ms. Hotchkiss: Aye Mr. Johnson: Aye.”
From the Concord 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 Concord Bridge — Wendy Rovelli and Cameron McKennitt (Celeste Katz Marston, April 2024), Paul Boehm and Mary Hartman (January 2025), Dean Banfield (courtesy photo, March 2026). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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