MassVoter.com← Dracut Board of SelectmenDracut Board of Selectmen · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
August 24, 2021
22 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Alison Genest, Joseph DiRocco, Heather Santiago-Hutchings, Tony Archinski, Jesse Forcier
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Tony Archinski recused himself from one item.
- Tony Archinski recused himself from one item.
- Tony Archinski recused himself from one item.
- Heather Santiago-Hutchings recused herself from one item.
Every vote, in order
SPECIAL PERMIT SUBMITTALS
Accept the Application to Amend Special Permit #16-6 and to Schedule a Public Hearing
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Accept the Application to Amend Special Permit #16-6 and to Schedule a Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Accept the Application to Amend Special Permit #16-6 and to Schedule a Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Close the Public Hearing
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago- Hutchings. Under Discussion: Mr. Forcier questioned if the Board could review Special Permits within a certain time? Ms. Ware explained that it is already a condition within this Special Permit the Board can review it at any time. Mr. Forcier asked if there were any Department Head comments in regards to the Amendment request? Ms. Ware stated that Department Head comments are included in the memorandum she prepared to the Board dated August 5, 2021. . Motion passed unanimously.
Yes: DiRocco, Forcier, Genest, Santiago-HutchingsThe minutes say Tony Archinski recused himself from this item, so Tony Archinski is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago- Hutchings. Under Discussion: Mr. Forcier questioned if the Board could review Special Permits within a certain time? Ms. Ware explained that it is already a condition within this Special Permit the Board can review it at any time. Mr. Forcier asked if there were any Department Head comments in regards to the Amendment request? Ms. Ware stated that Department Head comments are included in the memorandum she prepared to the Board dated August 5, 2021. . Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: Santiago-Hutchings)
Amend Special Permit #19-4 with a six-month review if needed
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Amend Special Permit #19-4 with a six-month review if needed. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
Yes: DiRocco, Forcier, Genest, Santiago-HutchingsThe minutes say Tony Archinski recused himself from this item, so Tony Archinski is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Amend Special Permit #19-4 with a six-month review if needed. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
Amend the License to Operate
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Amend the License to Operate. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously.
Yes: DiRocco, Forcier, Genest, Santiago-HutchingsThe minutes say Tony Archinski recused himself from this item, so Tony Archinski is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Amend the License to Operate. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: Santiago-Hutchings)
Close the Public Hearing
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Under Discussion: Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings left the Selectman's Chamber. Attorney Hall discussed the tower being grandfathered after six-years and discussed Federal Regulations in regarding to telecommunications. Mr. Forcier stated that he would like Mr. Braillard to make sure that the signage and fencing work is completed. Mr. Braillard stated that he heard Mr. Forcier loud and clear. Attorney Hall discussed the Town By-Law in regards to telecommunications. Motion passed unanimously.
Yes: Archinski, DiRocco, Forcier, GenestThe minutes say Heather Santiago-Hutchings recused herself from this item, so Heather Santiago-Hutchings is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Under Discussion: Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings left the Selectman's Chamber. Attorney Hall discussed the tower being grandfathered after six-years and discussed Federal Regulations in regarding to telecommunications. Mr. Forcier stated that he would like Mr. Braillard to make sure that the signage and fencing work is completed. Mr. Braillard stated that he heard Mr. Forcier loud and clear. Attorney Hall discussed the Town By-Law in regards to telecommunications. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
Renew Special Permit #06-04
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Renew Special Permit #06-04. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
Yes: Archinski, DiRocco, Forcier, GenestThe minutes say Heather Santiago-Hutchings recused herself from this item, so Heather Santiago-Hutchings is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Renew Special Permit #06-04. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
Close the Public Hearing
Motion made by Mr. Archinski to Close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Archinski to Close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Archinski, second: Forcier)
Approve the Transfer of the Section 12, On Premise, All Alcoholic Beverages License and the Pledge of License
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the Transfer of the Section 12, On Premise, All Alcoholic Beverages License and the Pledge of License. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the Transfer of the Section 12, On Premise, All Alcoholic Beverages License and the Pledge of License. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Archinski)
AGENDA ITEMS
The Change of Control of Greenstar to GTI Core, LLC, is not an assignment or transfer of the HCA or Special Permit, but rather a change of ownership and control of Greenstar, whereby the HCA...
Motion made by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings that the Change of Control of Greenstar to GTI Core, LLC, is not an assignment or transfer of the HCA or Special Permit, but rather a change of ownership and control of Greenstar, whereby the HCA remains under the control of Greenstar. Neither Condition 6 of the Special Permit, nor Paragraph 12 of the Host Community Agreement applies in this case. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
Yes: DiRocco, Forcier, Genest, Santiago-HutchingsThe minutes say Tony Archinski recused himself from this item, so Tony Archinski is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings that the Change of Control of Greenstar to GTI Core, LLC, is not an assignment or transfer of the HCA or Special Permit, but rather a change of ownership and control of Greenstar, whereby the HCA remains under the control of Greenstar. Neither Condition 6 of the Special Permit, nor Paragraph 12 of the Host Community Agreement applies in this case. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Santiago-Hutchings, second: Forcier)
Appoint the Election Officers per the Memorandum from Kathleen Graham, Town Clerk, dated July 14, 2021
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Appoint the Election Officers per the Memorandum from Kathleen Graham, Town Clerk, dated July 14, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Appoint the Election Officers per the Memorandum from Kathleen Graham, Town Clerk, dated July 14, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Forcier)
Adopt the Town of Dracut Hazard Mitigation Plan
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Adopt the Town of Dracut Hazard Mitigation Plan. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Adopt the Town of Dracut Hazard Mitigation Plan. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
Approve the One-Day Outdoor Beer and Wine License, Saturday September 18, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Approve the One-Day Outdoor Beer and Wine License, Saturday September 18, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Approve the One-Day Outdoor Beer and Wine License, Saturday September 18, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
Approve the One-Day Outdoor Entertainment License, Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Approve the One-Day Outdoor Entertainment License, Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Approve the One-Day Outdoor Entertainment License, Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
Approve the 5K Ruck or Run on Sunday, October 3, 2021, starting at 10:00 a.m. from Lenzi's Restaurant, 810 Merrimack Ave
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the 5K Ruck or Run on Sunday, October 3, 2021, starting at 10:00 a.m. from Lenzi's Restaurant, 810 Merrimack Ave. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the 5K Ruck or Run on Sunday, October 3, 2021, starting at 10:00 a.m. from Lenzi's Restaurant, 810 Merrimack Ave. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Forcier)
Dismiss the Request for a One-Day Beer and Wine License, Tuesday, September 21, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m
Motion made by Mr. Archinski to Dismiss the Request for a One-Day Beer and Wine License, Tuesday, September 21, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Archinski to Dismiss the Request for a One-Day Beer and Wine License, Tuesday, September 21, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Archinski, second: Forcier)
Approve the Livery License for Dracut Transportation Service
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Approve the Livery License for Dracut Transportation Service. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Approve the Livery License for Dracut Transportation Service. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
Ratify the NEPBA, Unit 4B, Police Supervisors Union Contract Beginning July 1, 2020 and Ending June 30, 2023
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Ratify the NEPBA, Unit 4B, Police Supervisors Union Contract Beginning July 1, 2020 and Ending June 30, 2023. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Under Discussion: Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings questioned Article #25, Sick Leave; regarding the addition of obtaining a doctor's note eliminates the 24-hould on working overtime and details. Sergeant Quealy explained how the process works for overtime and details. Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings questioned Article #23, Hours of Work and Conditions, regarding the addition of body camera language. Mrs. Vandal explained that the addition is a placeholder and discussed the need for documentation, a plan and funds. Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings questioned Article #31, Agency Fee, regarding arbitration fee. Mrs. Vandal explained the Janus Law. Motion passed unanimously.
Yes: DiRocco, Forcier, Genest, Santiago-HutchingsThe minutes say Tony Archinski recused himself from this item, so Tony Archinski is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Ratify the NEPBA, Unit 4B, Police Supervisors Union Contract Beginning July 1, 2020 and Ending June 30, 2023. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Under Discussion: Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings questioned Article #25, Sick Leave; regarding the addition of obtaining a doctor's note eliminates the 24-hould on working overtime and details. Sergeant Quealy explained how the process works for overtime and details. Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings questioned Article #23, Hours of Work and Conditions, regarding the addition of body camera language. Mrs. Vandal explained that the addition is a placeholder and discussed the need for documentation, a plan and funds. Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings questioned Article #31, Agency Fee, regarding arbitration fee. Mrs. Vandal explained the Janus Law. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Forcier)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve the Minutes of January 26, 2021
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the Minutes of January 26, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the Minutes of January 26, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Archinski)
Approve the Minutes of February 9, 2021
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the Minutes of February 9, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the Minutes of February 9, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. Archinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Archinski)
Approve the Minutes of February 23, 2021
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the Minutes of February 23, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the Minutes of February 23, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Forcier)
Approve the Minutes of March 9, 2021
Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the Minutes of March 9, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. DiRocco to Approve the Minutes of March 9, 2021. Motion seconded by Mr. Forcier. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: DiRocco, second: Forcier)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Adjourn the Meeting. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Forcier to Adjourn the Meeting. Motion seconded by Mr. DiRocco. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Forcier, second: DiRocco)
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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