MassVoter.com← Dracut Board of SelectmenDracut Board of Selectmen · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting
June 11, 2024
17 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Tony Archinski, Heather Santiago-Hutchings, Jennifer Kopcinski, Alison Genest, Josh Taylor
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Community Input
Suspend the Rules of Community Input to allow Community Input before the agenda item on the issue
Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Suspend the Rules of Community Input to allow Community Input before the agenda item on the issue. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Suspend the Rules of Community Input to allow Community Input before the agenda item on the issue. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Santiago-Hutchings)
Approval of Minutes
Approve the Minutes of May 14, 2024
Motion made by Mrs. Kopcinski to Approve the Minutes of May 14, 2024. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mrs. Kopcinski to Approve the Minutes of May 14, 2024. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kopcinski, second: Santiago-Hutchings)
Agenda Items
Ratify the Town Manager's Re-Appointment of Philippe Thibault as an Alternative Councilor at NMCOG
Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Ratify the Town Manager's Re-Appointment of Philippe Thibault as an Alternative Councilor at NMCOG. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Ratify the Town Manager's Re-Appointment of Philippe Thibault as an Alternative Councilor at NMCOG. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Santiago-Hutchings)
Approve the Stop Sign on Oliver Drive
Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Approve the Stop Sign on Oliver Drive. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago- Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Approve the Stop Sign on Oliver Drive. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago- Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Santiago-Hutchings)
Table the Stop Sign on Bancroft Street
Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Table the Stop Sign on Bancroft Street. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago- Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Table the Stop Sign on Bancroft Street. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago- Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Santiago-Hutchings)
Public Hearings
Close the Public Hearing
Motion made by Mrs. Genest to Close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mrs. Genest to Close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Genest, second: Kopcinski)
Approve the Special Permit for Light Vehicle Sales at 1867 Bridge Street with the Stipulations Listed within the Special Permit
Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Approve the Special Permit for Light Vehicle Sales at 1867 Bridge Street with the Stipulations Listed within the Special Permit. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Approve the Special Permit for Light Vehicle Sales at 1867 Bridge Street with the Stipulations Listed within the Special Permit. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Kopcinski)
Close the Public Hearing
Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Kopcinski)
Approve the Change of Officers/Directors and Change of Stock on the Section 15, Off Premises, Wines & Malt Beverages License, Rui M. Costa, Manager, on premises described as 2,400 sq. ft., one...
Motion made by Mrs. Genest to Approve the Change of Officers/Directors and Change of Stock on the Section 15, Off Premises, Wines & Malt Beverages License, Rui M. Costa, Manager, on premises described as 2,400 sq. ft., one room with emergency exit in rear, entrance/exit at front of premises located at 1092 Lakeview Avenue. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mrs. Genest to Approve the Change of Officers/Directors and Change of Stock on the Section 15, Off Premises, Wines & Malt Beverages License, Rui M. Costa, Manager, on premises described as 2,400 sq. ft., one room with emergency exit in rear, entrance/exit at front of premises located at 1092 Lakeview Avenue. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Genest, second: Kopcinski)
Table the discussion of hiring special legal counsel for 40B projects until the next meeting
Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Table the Discussion until the Next Meeting. Motion seconded by Mrs. Genest. Under Discussion: Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings discussed learning the Zoning Board of Appeals process, missing dialogue and interaction. Mrs. Kopcinski discussed setting aside an agenda item to discuss what is happening behind the scenes. Mrs. Manugian stated that it is not always in the best interest to have some of the 40B information discussed in public, Attorney North is there to advise the Board not the public, can't talk about hypothetical things and a change of process is not necessarily a change of attorneys. Mrs. Vandal stated that she would need the Board of Selectmen to provide a Scope of Services for an RFP for special counsel for 40B projects. Motion to Table passed 4 to 1. Mr. Archinski voted no.
Yes: Genest, Kopcinski, Santiago-Hutchings, TaylorNo: Archinski
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Table the Discussion until the Next Meeting. Motion seconded by Mrs. Genest. Under Discussion: Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings discussed learning the Zoning Board of Appeals process, missing dialogue and interaction. Mrs. Kopcinski discussed setting aside an agenda item to discuss what is happening behind the scenes. Mrs. Manugian stated that it is not always in the best interest to have some of the 40B information discussed in public, Attorney North is there to advise the Board not the public, can't talk about hypothetical things and a change of process is not necessarily a change of attorneys. Mrs. Vandal stated that she would need the Board of Selectmen to provide a Scope of Services for an RFP for special counsel for 40B projects. Motion to Table passed 4 to 1. Mr. Archinski voted no..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Genest)
Appoint a Committee of Seven Individuals to review the Town Charter for proposed changes and bring forth the proposal to the Board
Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Appoint a Committee of Seven Individuals to review the Town Charter for proposed changes and bring forth the proposal to the Board. The Committee should consist of seven members, each member of the Board of Selectmen shall appoint one individual, residents whom are registered to vote may apply for this review Committee by submitting a letter of interest to the Secretary of the Board from which the Board will review and vote on two At-Large Members to the Committee, in an open public meeting. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed 3 to 2. Mrs. Kopcinski and Mrs. Genest voted no.
Yes: Archinski, Santiago-Hutchings, TaylorNo: Genest, Kopcinski
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Appoint a Committee of Seven Individuals to review the Town Charter for proposed changes and bring forth the proposal to the Board. The Committee should consist of seven members, each member of the Board of Selectmen shall appoint one individual, residents whom are registered to vote may apply for this review Committee by submitting a letter of interest to the Secretary of the Board from which the Board will review and vote on two At-Large Members to the Committee, in an open public meeting. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed 3 to 2. Mrs. Kopcinski and Mrs. Genest voted no..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Santiago-Hutchings)
Table the appointment of a committee for the Proper Farm until the Purchase and Sale is complete
Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Table the appointment of a committee for the Proper Farm until the Purchase and Sale is complete. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Table the appointment of a committee for the Proper Farm until the Purchase and Sale is complete. Motion seconded by Mrs. Santiago-Hutchings. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Santiago-Hutchings)
Approve the Stops Signs at Walnut Street & Woodbine Path, North & South and Walnut Street & Wisteria Path, North & South
Motion made by Mrs. Genest to Approve the Stops Signs at Walnut Street & Woodbine Path, North & South and Walnut Street & Wisteria Path, North & South. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mrs. Genest to Approve the Stops Signs at Walnut Street & Woodbine Path, North & South and Walnut Street & Wisteria Path, North & South. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Genest, second: Kopcinski)
Accept the following Donations for the June 27th, 2024, Public Safety Night at Veteran's Park
Motion made by Mrs. Genest to Accept the following Donations for the June 27th, 2024, Public Safety Night at Veteran's Park. Centralville Sportsman's Club $250.00, RGA Tire $2,000.00, DiCarlo Family $1,000.00, Beaver Brook Holdings $1,000.00 and Martineau Towing $2,000.00. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mrs. Genest to Accept the following Donations for the June 27th, 2024, Public Safety Night at Veteran's Park. Centralville Sportsman's Club $250.00, RGA Tire $2,000.00, DiCarlo Family $1,000.00, Beaver Brook Holdings $1,000.00 and Martineau Towing $2,000.00. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Genest, second: Kopcinski)
Accept the $5,000.00 Donation from the Veteran's Park Concession Stand Committee
Motion made by Mrs. Kopcinski to Accept the $5,000.00 Donation from the Veteran's Park Concession Stand Committee. Motion seconded by Mrs. Genest. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mrs. Kopcinski to Accept the $5,000.00 Donation from the Veteran's Park Concession Stand Committee. Motion seconded by Mrs. Genest. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kopcinski, second: Genest)
Grant Permission to Close a Portion of Lakeview Avenue on Saturday, September 7th, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for Dracut's Old Home Day Event
Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Grant Permission to Close a Portion of Lakeview Avenue on Saturday, September 7th, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for Dracut's Old Home Day Event. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mr. Taylor to Grant Permission to Close a Portion of Lakeview Avenue on Saturday, September 7th, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for Dracut's Old Home Day Event. Motion seconded by Mrs. Kopcinski. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Taylor, second: Kopcinski)
Erin Boucher - Requesting Appointment to the Affordable Housing Partnership
Appoint Erin Boucher to the Affordable Housing Partnership Committee
Motion made by Mrs. Kopcinski to Appoint Erin Boucher to the Affordable Housing Partnership Committee. Motion seconded by Mr. Taylor. Motion passed unanimously.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Mrs. Kopcinski to Appoint Erin Boucher to the Affordable Housing Partnership Committee. Motion seconded by Mr. Taylor. Motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Kopcinski, second: Taylor)
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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