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April 13, 2026
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Charles Murphy Sr., Andrew Romano, Natalie A. Mello, Keith Silvia, Andrew B. Saunders
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
A moment of silence was observed for Holocaust Remembrance Day to honor the memory of the six million
Enter Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of reat property where the chair declares that an open session would have a detrimental effect on the negoti
To enter Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of reat property where the chair declares that an open session would have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board (Atlas Tack conservation restriction) and to return to Open Session
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to enter Executive Session Pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, s. 21(a)(6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of reat property where the chair declares that an open session would have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Select Board (Atlas Tack conservation restriction) and to return to Open Session. Ms. Mello seconded. Roll Call Vote. Mr. Saunders, Ms. Mello, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Romano and Mr. Silvia in favor. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Appoint Hailey Hemingway to a one-year term on the Dog Park Study Committee expiring May, 2027
To appoint Hailey Hemingway to a one-year term on the Dog Park Study Committee expiring May, 2027
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to appoint Hailey Hemingway to a one-year term on the Dog Park Study Committee expiring May, 2027. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Appoint Melanie Jansky as an ad hoc member of the Open Space and Recreation Planning Committee
To appoint Melanie Jansky as an ad hoc member of the Open Space and Recreation Planning Committee
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to appoint Melanie Jansky as an ad hoc member of the Open Space and Recreation Planning Committee. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Appoint Noah Brine to the Commission on Disability to a three-year term expiring May, 2029
To appoint Noah Brine to the Commission on Disability to a three-year term expiring May, 2029
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to appoint Noah Brine to the Commission on Disability to a three-year term expiring May, 2029. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed (4-0-1) Mr. Murphy recused himself.” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the Conrad’s Law 5K to be held Saturday, September 12, 2026
To approve the Conrad’s Law 5K to be held Saturday, September 12, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the Conrad’s Law 5K to be held Saturday, September 12, 2026. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the Nemasket Group 13th Annual 5K Walk/Run to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026
To approve the Nemasket Group 13th Annual 5K Walk/Run to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the Nemasket Group 13th Annual 5K Walk/Run to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Approve the temporary street closure for the Cherry Blossom Festival to be held on Sunday, May 3, 2026 contingent upon review and requirements of Police, Fire and Public Works
To approve the temporary street closure for the Cherry Blossom Festival to be held on Sunday, May 3, 2026 contingent upon review and requirements of Police, Fire and Public Works
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to approve the temporary street closure for the Cherry Blossom Festival to be held on Sunday, May 3, 2026 contingent upon review and requirements of Police, Fire and Public Works. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Appoint Charles Murphy as Select Board Representative on the Hastings Middle School Softball Field Renaming Selection Committee
To appoint Charles Murphy as Select Board Representative on the Hastings Middle School Softball Field Renaming Selection Committee
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to appoint Charles Murphy as Select Board Representative on the Hastings Middle School Softball Field Renaming Selection Committee. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Take item D2 out of order
To take item D2 out of order
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to take item D2 out of order. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Adopt the proposed Recreation Center Membership Fees as presented, effective July 1, 2026
To adopt the proposed Recreation Center Membership Fees as presented, effective July 1, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to adopt the proposed Recreation Center Membership Fees as presented, effective July 1, 2026. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Authorize the Select Board to send a letter to each political party town committee seeking individuals for inclusion on the list of election officers
To authorize the Select Board to send a letter to each political party town committee seeking individuals for inclusion on the list of election officers
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to authorize the Select Board to send a letter to each political party town committee seeking individuals for inclusion on the list of election officers. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Accept the open session minutes of March 30 and 31, 2026 as presented
To accept the open session minutes of March 30 and 31, 2026 as presented
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to accept the open session minutes of March 30 and 31, 2026 as presented. Ms. Mello seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
Enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record
To enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to enter the Select Board correspondence as listed into the record. Mr. Romano seconded. The motion passed (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Romano)
Enter Executive Session Pursuant to G.L, c. 30A, s. 21(a)(1) and 21(a)(7) to comply with or act under authority of the Public Records Law to discuss sharing the Timothy-Hiller Subdivision Investigative Report with member
To enter Executive Session Pursuant to G.L, c. 30A, s. 21(a)(1) and 21(a)(7) to comply with or act under authority of the Public Records Law to discuss sharing the Timothy-Hiller Subdivision Investigative Report with members of the Planning Board, NOT to return to Open Session and to continue the open session to Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:30pm
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr. Saunders motioned to enter Executive Session Pursuant to G.L, c. 30A, s. 21(a)(1) and 21(a)(7) to comply with or act under authority of the Public Records Law to discuss sharing the Timothy-Hiller Subdivision Investigative Report with members of the Planning Board, NOT to return to Open Session and to continue the open session to Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:30pm. Ms. Mello seconded. Roll Call Vote. Mr. Saunders, Ms. Mello, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Romano and Mr. Silvia in favor. The motion passed unanimously (5-0-0).” (Motion: Saunders, second: Mello)
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