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December 30, 2025
10 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Leah D. Basbanes, Kieran D. Meehan, Ronald J. Mikol
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approve the meeting minutes dated December 2, 2025 as submitted
On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan is was voted to approve the meeting minutes dated December 2, 2025 as submitted. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan is was voted to approve the meeting minutes dated December 2, 2025 as submitted. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Mikol, second: Meehan)
Appoint Zachary Millett as a part-time Police Officer for a term expiring June 30, 2026
On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to appoint Zachary Millett as a part-time Police Officer for a term expiring June 30, 2026. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to appoint Zachary Millett as a part-time Police Officer for a term expiring June 30, 2026. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Mikol, second: Meehan)
Amend the Town of Dunstable Liquor License Policies and Regulations, under subsection "Regulations", replace #9 in its entirety with the following: Licensees holding a "Package Store" license...
On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to amend the Town of Dunstable Liquor License Policies and Regulations, under subsection "Regulations", replace #9 in its entirety with the following: Licensees holding a "Package Store" license shall adhere to the following restrictions regarding the sale of single-serving alcoholic beverages: a. Spirits: No containers of distilled spirits may be sold if 1.7 fluid ounces or less. b. Malt Beverages: Containers of malt/beer beverages (12 fluid ounces or less per container) shall not be sold in quantities fewer than two (2) units per transaction. Notwithstanding, containers of beer 12 fluid ounces or less may be sold individually so long as they are sold at room-temperature. c. Wine: Containers of wine (8 fluid ounces or less per container) shall not be sold in quantities fewer than two (2) units per transaction. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to amend the Town of Dunstable Liquor License Policies and Regulations, under subsection "Regulations", replace #9 in its entirety with the following: Licensees holding a "Package Store" license shall adhere to the following restrictions regarding the sale of single-serving alcoholic beverages: a. Spirits: No containers of distilled spirits may be sold if 1.7 fluid ounces or less. b. Malt Beverages: Containers of malt/beer beverages (12 fluid ounces or less per container) shall not be sold in quantities fewer than two (2) units per transaction. Notwithstanding, containers of beer 12 fluid ounces or less may be sold individually so long as they are sold at room-temperature. c. Wine: Containers of wine (8 fluid ounces or less per container) shall not be sold in quantities fewer than two (2) units per transaction. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Mikol, second: Meehan)
Approve a contract with Revize Software Systems in an amount not to exceed $24,070 and expiring on December 31, 2028 to support upgrading, redesigning, and hosting the Town's website
On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to approve a contract with Revize Software Systems in an amount not to exceed $24,070 and expiring on December 31, 2028 to support upgrading, redesigning, and hosting the Town's website. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to approve a contract with Revize Software Systems in an amount not to exceed $24,070 and expiring on December 31, 2028 to support upgrading, redesigning, and hosting the Town's website. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Mikol, second: Meehan)
Approve and implement the findings of the Compensation and Classification Study as recommended by the Town Administrator as follows: A 10-step schedule with 3% between each step, as presented
On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to approve and implement the findings of the Compensation and Classification Study as recommended by the Town Administrator as follows: A 10-step schedule with 3% between each step, as presented. Each position is graded A through F, as recommended by the Collins Center. Employees will be placed on the new salary schedule based on the higher, closest step to their current rate in FY26. Employees advance one step on the salary schedule every 2 years. Moved to further approve all updated job descriptions, as presented, excluding the position of "Administrative Coordinator" in the Health Department and request that the Town Administrator work with the Board of Health to finalize the job description based on the feedback received. Moved to further change the job title and description of Truck Driver Laborer, Daniel Cullen, to Equipment Operator, contingent upon the approval of the Roads Commission. The new compensation and classification plan will be implemented within one month of the Advisory Board's approval to transfer $10,000 from the salary reserve line item to FY26 departmental salary lines, as needed, to fund the new plan. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to approve and implement the findings of the Compensation and Classification Study as recommended by the Town Administrator as follows: A 10-step schedule with 3% between each step, as presented. Each position is graded A through F, as recommended by the Collins Center. Employees will be placed on the new salary schedule based on the higher, closest step to their current rate in FY26. Employees advance one step on the salary schedule every 2 years. Moved to further approve all updated job descriptions, as presented, excluding the position of "Administrative Coordinator" in the Health Department and request that the Town Administrator work with the Board of Health to finalize the job description based on the feedback received. Moved to further change the job title and description of Truck Driver Laborer, Daniel Cullen, to Equipment Operator, contingent upon the approval of the Roads Commission. The new compensation and classification plan will be implemented within one month of the Advisory Board's approval to transfer $10,000 from the salary reserve line item to FY26 departmental salary lines, as needed, to fund the new plan. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Mikol, second: Meehan)
Accept a $1,500 donation from Lowell Five Bank for food insecurity initiatives and to establish a donation account for this purpose
On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to accept a $1,500 donation from Lowell Five Bank for food insecurity initiatives and to establish a donation account for this purpose. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to accept a $1,500 donation from Lowell Five Bank for food insecurity initiatives and to establish a donation account for this purpose. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Mikol, second: Meehan)
Authorize the collection of donations from participants in Council on Aging exercise programs to support and fund the programs
On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to authorize the collection of donations from participants in Council on Aging exercise programs to support and fund the programs. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to authorize the collection of donations from participants in Council on Aging exercise programs to support and fund the programs. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Mikol, second: Meehan)
Apply for a Shared Streets and Spaces grant to fund the purchase and installation of a rapid flashing beacon crosswalk sign at Main Street and High Street
On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to apply for a Shared Streets and Spaces grant to fund the purchase and installation of a rapid flashing beacon crosswalk sign at Main Street and High Street. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to apply for a Shared Streets and Spaces grant to fund the purchase and installation of a rapid flashing beacon crosswalk sign at Main Street and High Street. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Mikol, second: Meehan)
Approve and sign a letter advocating for the recommendations of the Massachusetts Municipal Association's "Navigating the Storm" report, as presented. 15 Fletcher Street The Town Administrator...
On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to approve and sign a letter advocating for the recommendations of the Massachusetts Municipal Association's "Navigating the Storm" report, as presented. 15 Fletcher Street The Town Administrator provided an update on conditions and ongoing communication regarding 15 Fletcher Street.
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From the minutes
“On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, it was voted to approve and sign a letter advocating for the recommendations of the Massachusetts Municipal Association's "Navigating the Storm" report, as presented. 15 Fletcher Street The Town Administrator provided an update on conditions and ongoing communication regarding 15 Fletcher Street..” (Motion: Mikol, second: Meehan)
Adjourn
On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:14 PM. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous.
From the minutes
“On a motion by Select Board Member Ron Mikol and seconded by Vice Chair Kieran Meehan, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:14 PM. Kieran Meehan aye, Ron Mikol aye, Leah Basbanes aye. The vote was unanimous..” (Motion: Mikol, second: Meehan)
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