MassVoter.com← Dracut Board of SelectmenDracut Board of Selectmen · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
May 25, 2021
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The minutes list Heather Santiago-Hutchings as absent.
Present: Alison Genest, Joseph DiRocco, Tony Archinski, Jesse Forcier
Absent: Heather Santiago-Hutchings
Every vote, in order
AGENDA ITEMS
Authorize the Town Manager to sign the Statement of Interest for the Joseph A. Campbell Elementary School
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to authorize the Town Manager to sign the Statement of Interest for the Joseph A. Campbell Elementary School. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Resolved: Having convened in an open meeting on May 25, 2021 prior to the closing date, the Board of Selectmen, of the Town of Dracut, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, has voted to authorize the Superintendent of Schools to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority the Statement of Interest form dated May 12, 2021 for the Joseph A. Campbell Elementary School located at 1021 Methuen Street, Dracut, MA 01826, which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category(s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future. Number (5) replacement, renovation, or modernization of school facility systems, such as roofs, windows, boilers, heating ventilation systems, to increase energy conservation and decrease energy related costs in a school facility and upgrade building security and number (7) replacement of or addition to obsolete buildings in order to provide for a full range of programs consistent with state and approved local requirements; and hereby further specifically acknowledges that by submitting this Statement of Interest form, the Massachusetts School Building Authority in no way guarantees the acceptance or the approval of an application, the awarding of a grant or any other funding commitme
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to authorize the Town Manager to sign the Statement of Interest for the Joseph A. Campbell Elementary School. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Resolved: Having convened in an open meeting on May 25, 2021 prior to the closing date, the Board of Selectmen, of the Town of Dracut, in accordance with its charter, by-laws, and ordinances, has voted to authorize the Superintendent of Schools to submit to the Massachusetts School Building Authority the Statement of Interest form dated May 12, 2021 for the Joseph A. Campbell Elementary School located at 1021 Methuen Street, Dracut, MA 01826, which describes and explains the following deficiencies and the priority category(s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future. Number (5) replacement, renovation, or modernization of school facility systems, such as roofs, windows, boilers, heating ventilation systems, to increase energy conservation and decrease energy related costs in a school facility and upgrade building security and number (7) replacement of or addition to obsolete buildings in order to provide for a full range of programs consistent with state and approved local requirements; and hereby further specifically acknowledges that by submitting this Statement of Interest form, the Massachusetts School Building Authority in no way guarantees the acceptance or the approval of an application, the awarding of a grant or any other funding commitment from the Massachusetts School Building Authority, or commits to the Town of Dracut Public School district to filing an application for funding with the Massachusetts School Building Authority. Motion passed unanimously with a Roll Call Vote: Mr. Archinski - Yes, Mr. Forcier - Yes, Mr. DiRocco - Yes and Mrs. Genest - Yes..” (Motion: Forcier, second: Archinski)
Approve the Common Victualler's License
Motion made by Mr. Archinski to Approve the Common Victualler's License. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Archinski to Approve the Common Victualler's License. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Archinski, second: DiRocco)
Approve the Change of Manager on the Common Victualler's License
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Approve the Change of Manager on the Common Victualler's License. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Approve the Change of Manager on the Common Victualler's License. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: Archinski)
Support the Proposed Local Initiative Program (LIP) 40B Development, Louis Farm Village, 133 Phineas Street
Motion made by Mr. Archinski to Support the Proposed Local Initiative Program (LIP) 40B Development, Louis Farm Village, 133 Phineas Street. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Archinski to Support the Proposed Local Initiative Program (LIP) 40B Development, Louis Farm Village, 133 Phineas Street. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Archinski, second: Forcier)
Approve the One-Day Outdoor Beer and Wine License, Saturday June 19, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Motion made Mr. Forcier to Approve the One-Day Outdoor Beer and Wine License, Saturday June 19, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made Mr. Forcier to Approve the One-Day Outdoor Beer and Wine License, Saturday June 19, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
Ratify the Dracut Firefighters Local 2586 Contract, July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Ratify the Dracut Firefighters Local 2586 Contract, July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Ratify the Dracut Firefighters Local 2586 Contract, July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
Support the Establishment of the Northern Middlesex Economic Development District
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Support the Establishment of the Northern Middlesex Economic Development District. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Support the Establishment of the Northern Middlesex Economic Development District. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Forcier)
Close a Portion of Lakeview Avenue on Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for Dracut Old Home Day
Motion made by Mr. Archinski to Close a Portion of Lakeview Avenue on Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for Dracut Old Home Day. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Archinski to Close a Portion of Lakeview Avenue on Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for Dracut Old Home Day. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Archinski, second: Forcier)
Reconsider Warrant Article #15
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Reconsider Warrant Article #15. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Reconsider Warrant Article #15. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: Archinski)
Recommend the Amended Warrant Article #15 presented by the Town Manager
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Recommend the Amended Warrant Article #15 presented by the Town Manager. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Recommend the Amended Warrant Article #15 presented by the Town Manager. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: Archinski)
Not Recommend Warrant Article #31
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Not Recommend Warrant Article #31. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Not Recommend Warrant Article #31. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Forcier)
NEW BUSINESS
Set the Summer Meeting Schedule as June 15, 2021, July 20, 2021 and August 24, 2021
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to set the Summer Meeting Schedule as June 15, 2021, July 20, 2021 and August 24, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to set the Summer Meeting Schedule as June 15, 2021, July 20, 2021 and August 24, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve the Minutes of October 27, 2020
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Approve the Minutes of October 27, 2020. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Approve the Minutes of October 27, 2020. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Adjourn the Meeting. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Adjourn the Meeting. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Forcier)
From the Dracut Board of Selectmen’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Board of Selectmen). We check every vote against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos (the town’s website has no Board of Selectmen photos): The Lowell Sun — Kristie Wohlander and Heather Santiago-Hutchings (courtesy photos, April 2026), Don Plummer and Josh Taylor (courtesy photos, May 2024), Tony Archinski (Cameron Morsberger, May 2023). Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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