MassVoter.com← Groton Select BoardGroton Select Board · 2018–2019 Board · Regular meeting
January 28, 2019
17 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Meeting video · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Barry Pease, Alison Manugian, John Giger, Joshua Degen, Becky Pine
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Proceed with an investigation pursuant to the complaint by Jenifer Evans as described
Mr. Degen moved that they proceed with an investigation pursuant to the complaint by Jenifer Evans as described.
From the minutes
“Mr. Degen moved that they proceed with an investigation pursuant to the complaint by Jenifer Evans as described. Ms. Manugian seconded the motion. Mr. Degen added that this be conducted in accordance with their Investigation Policy. Ms. Manugian seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Degen, second: Manugian)
Park Commission Vacancy
Appoint Don Black to the Park Commission until the next election in May 2019
Ms. Manugian moved to appoint Don Black to the Park Commission until the next election in May 2019.
This was a joint vote with another board (to fill a vacancy or as a joint meeting); only the Select Board members’ votes are shown.
From the minutes
“Ms. Manugian moved to appoint Don Black to the Park Commission until the next election in May 2019. Ms. Eliot seconded the motion. Roll Call: Manugian-aye; Pease-aye; Giger-aye; Degen-aye; Pine-aye; Siok aye; Eliot-aye; Boucher-aye.” (Motion: Manugian)
Town Manager'S Report
Accept the gift of land of 24.4 acres from Hilda O'Hara as described in their packet
Ms. Manugian moved that they accept the gift of land of 24.4 acres from Hilda O'Hara as described in their packet.
From the minutes
“Ms. Manugian moved that they accept the gift of land of 24.4 acres from Hilda O'Hara as described in their packet. Mr. Degen seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Manugian, second: Degen)
Accept the generous gift of 1.35 acre parcel from Robert Lacombe as outlined in their packet
Ms. Manugian moved that they accept the generous gift of 1.35 acre parcel from Robert Lacombe as outlined in their packet.
From the minutes
“Ms. Manugian moved that they accept the generous gift of 1.35 acre parcel from Robert Lacombe as outlined in their packet. Ms. Pine seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Manugian, second: Pine)
Other Business
Make a recommendation that they grant the request from the Library Trustees to make the repairs to the historic portion of the Library roof
Mr. Giger moved that they make a recommendation that they grant the request from the Library Trustees to make the repairs to the historic portion of the Library roof.
Yes: Degen, Giger, Pease, PineNo: Manugian
From the minutes
“Mr. Giger moved that they make a recommendation that they grant the request from the Library Trustees to make the repairs to the historic portion of the Library roof. Ms. Pine seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-1 with Ms. Manugian opposed..” (Motion: Giger, second: Pine)
Town Manager'S Report
Support the parking solution as presented by the Police Chief
Ms. Pine moved that they support the parking solution as presented by the Police Chief.
From the minutes
“Ms. Pine moved that they support the parking solution as presented by the Police Chief. Ms. Manugian seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Pine, second: Manugian)
Approve the change in manager for the Groton Inn and Forge and Vine to Patricia Tompkins as requested
Ms. Manugian moved to approve the change in manager for the Groton Inn and Forge and Vine to Patricia Tompkins as requested.
From the minutes
“Ms. Manugian moved to approve the change in manager for the Groton Inn and Forge and Vine to Patricia Tompkins as requested. Mr. Degen seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Manugian, second: Degen)
Approve a one day all alcohol license for Taste of Nashoba as requested
Mr. Degen moved to approve a one day all alcohol license for Taste of Nashoba as requested.
From the minutes
“Mr. Degen moved to approve a one day all alcohol license for Taste of Nashoba as requested. Ms. Pine seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Degen, second: Pine)
Turn over the Four Corners Sewer management to the Sewer Commission
Mr. Degen moved that they turn over the Four Corners Sewer management to the Sewer Commission.
From the minutes
“Mr. Degen moved that they turn over the Four Corners Sewer management to the Sewer Commission. Ms. Manugian seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Degen, second: Manugian)
Approve a request for Common Victualler license for the NESSP Temple
Ms. Pine made a motion to approve a request for Common Victualler license for the NESSP Temple.
From the minutes
“Ms. Pine made a motion to approve a request for Common Victualler license for the NESSP Temple. Ms. Manugian seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Pine, second: Manugian)
Ratify the Town Manager's appointment of Gail Chalmers to the Emergency Management Agency term to expire June 30, 2019
Ms. Manugian moved to ratify the Town Manager's appointment of Gail Chalmers to the Emergency Management Agency term to expire June 30, 2019.
From the minutes
“Ms. Manugian moved to ratify the Town Manager's appointment of Gail Chalmers to the Emergency Management Agency term to expire June 30, 2019. Ms. Pine seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Manugian, second: Pine)
Accept the 8 goals as outlined in their packet for calendar year 2019
Mr. Degen moved that they accept the 8 goals as outlined in their packet for calendar year 2019.
From the minutes
“Mr. Degen moved that they accept the 8 goals as outlined in their packet for calendar year 2019. Ms. Pine seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Degen, second: Pine)
On-Going Issues A
Approve the meeting minutes of January 14, 2019 as presented
MINUTES Ms. Manugian moved to approve the meeting minutes of January 14, 2019 as presented.
From the minutes
“MINUTES Ms. Manugian moved to approve the meeting minutes of January 14, 2019 as presented. Ms. Pine seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Manugian, second: Pine)
Minutes
Enter into Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a), Clause 2 - "To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective...
Mr. Degen moved to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a), Clause 2 - "To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel" for the purpose of discussing the Fire Chief's Contract and to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a), Clause 7 "To comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirement" for the purpose of reviewing and considering for Release Executive Session Minutes and to return to Open Session at the conclusion.
From the minutes
“Mr. Degen moved to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a), Clause 2 - "To conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with non-union personnel" for the purpose of discussing the Fire Chief's Contract and to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to M.G.L., c.30A, §21(a), Clause 7 "To comply with, or act under the authority of, any general or special law or federal grant-in-aid requirement" for the purpose of reviewing and considering for Release Executive Session Minutes and to return to Open Session at the conclusion. Ms. Manugian seconded the motion. Roll Call: Manugian-aye; Degen-aye; Giger-aye; Pease-aye; Pine-aye.” (Motion: Degen, second: Manugian)
Exit Executive Session and return to Open Session
Mr. Degen moved to exit Executive Session and return to Open Session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Degen moved to exit Executive Session and return to Open Session. Ms. Manugian seconded the motion. Roll Call: Manugian-aye; Degen-aye; Giger-aye; Pease-aye; Pine-aye.” (Motion: Degen, second: Manugian)
Ratify the agreement as outlined
Ms. Manugian moved to ratify the agreement as outlined.
From the minutes
“Ms. Manugian moved to ratify the agreement as outlined. Mr. Degen seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Manugian, second: Degen)
Approve the minutes as read for release
Ms. Manugian made a motion to approve the minutes as read for release.
From the minutes
“Ms. Manugian made a motion to approve the minutes as read for release. Mr. Degen seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously..” (Motion: Manugian, second: Degen)
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