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April 3, 2018
21 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: John Coutinho, Claire Wright, Todd Cestari, Brian Herr, Brendan Tedstone
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Todd Cestari arrived after the meeting began (at 5:07 PM).
Every vote, in order
Annual Town Meeting Articles
Establish a standing affirmative motion to approve/support all articles considered this evening. Mr. Cestari arrived at this time. SECONDED by Mr. Tedstone
To establish a standing affirmative motion to approve/support all articles considered this evening. Mr. Cestari arrived at this time. SECONDED by Mr. Tedstone
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Herr to establish a standing affirmative motion to approve/support all articles considered this evening. Mr. Cestari arrived at this time. SECONDED by Mr. Tedstone. Vote to Approve: 5-0..” (Motion: Herr, second: Tedstone)
Recommend Article - Chapter 90 Funds
Article - Chapter 90 Funds -
From the minutes
“Article - Chapter 90 Funds - Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Article - Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan
Article - Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan - John Westerling, Director of Public Works, stated that the $190,000 requested would update the 2004 CWMP. Mr. Khumalo presented updated information on projections for the water and wastewater enterprise accounts. It was noted that going forward, revenues will not be enough to cover expenses, including debt service, noting that retained earnings have been used to balance the budget. The Board discussed the financial status and the purpose of the CWMP, to plan for future expansion of the system
From the minutes
“Article - Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan - John Westerling, Director of Public Works, stated that the $190,000 requested would update the 2004 CWMP. Mr. Khumalo presented updated information on projections for the water and wastewater enterprise accounts. It was noted that going forward, revenues will not be enough to cover expenses, including debt service, noting that retained earnings have been used to balance the budget. The Board discussed the financial status and the purpose of the CWMP, to plan for future expansion of the system. Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Article - Hayden Rowe Water Main Replacement
Article - Hayden Rowe Water Main Replacement -
From the minutes
“Article - Hayden Rowe Water Main Replacement - Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Article - Cedar Street Water Main Replacement, C Street to the Rt. 85/135 intersection
Article - Cedar Street Water Main Replacement, C Street to the Rt. 85/135 intersection -
From the minutes
“Article - Cedar Street Water Main Replacement, C Street to the Rt. 85/135 intersection - Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Article - Sidewalk Master Plan Phase 2
Article - Sidewalk Master Plan Phase 2 - Mr. Westerling noted the article would fund the following sidewalks: 1) on Hayden Rowe from EMC Park to Chestnut St.; 2) on West Main St. from Lumber St. to Downey St.; 3) on Wood St. from Proctor St. to Walker St.; 4) on Wild Rd. from #11 Wild Rd. to Briarcliff Dr. The Board discussed the issues, including the need for sidewalks on the same side of Hayden Rowe as the Marathon Elementary School, pedestrian safety and the tight budgets this year
Yes: CoutinhoNo: Cestari, Herr, Tedstone, Wright
From the minutes
“Article - Sidewalk Master Plan Phase 2 - Mr. Westerling noted the article would fund the following sidewalks: 1) on Hayden Rowe from EMC Park to Chestnut St.; 2) on West Main St. from Lumber St. to Downey St.; 3) on Wood St. from Proctor St. to Walker St.; 4) on Wild Rd. from #11 Wild Rd. to Briarcliff Dr. The Board discussed the issues, including the need for sidewalks on the same side of Hayden Rowe as the Marathon Elementary School, pedestrian safety and the tight budgets this year. Vote to Approve: 1 (Coutinho) - 4 (Herr, Cestari, Wright, Tedstone)..”
Recommend Article - Pratt Farm Wellfield
Article - Pratt Farm Wellfield - Mr. Westerling stated the article would fund testing and permitting, but not construction. The Board discussed whether to defer the project another year. Mr. Westerling stated that adding the new wells would help with the blending to treat manganese
Yes: Coutinho, Herr, Tedstone, WrightNo: Cestari
From the minutes
“Article - Pratt Farm Wellfield - Mr. Westerling stated the article would fund testing and permitting, but not construction. The Board discussed whether to defer the project another year. Mr. Westerling stated that adding the new wells would help with the blending to treat manganese. Vote to Approve: 4 (Coutinho, Herr, Wright, Tedstone) - 1 (Cestari)..”
Recommend Article - Purchase of Dump Truck S-30 - The Board discussed the condition of the current dump truck and repair costs
Article - Purchase of Dump Truck S-30 - The Board discussed the condition of the current dump truck and repair costs
From the minutes
“Article - Purchase of Dump Truck S-30 - The Board discussed the condition of the current dump truck and repair costs. Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Article - Purchase of Dump Truck S-13 - The Board discussed the condition of the current dump truck and repair costs
ARticle - Purchase of Dump Truck S-13 - The Board discussed the condition of the current dump truck and repair costs
From the minutes
“ARticle - Purchase of Dump Truck S-13 - The Board discussed the condition of the current dump truck and repair costs. Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Article - Purchase of Backhoe
Article - Purchase of Backhoe - It was noted that the purchase would be funded 50% from water enterprise and 50% from sewer enterprise. The Board discussed the condition of the current backhoe, and it was noted that facilities for washing etc. at the new DPW should improve the longevity of such vehicles
From the minutes
“Article - Purchase of Backhoe - It was noted that the purchase would be funded 50% from water enterprise and 50% from sewer enterprise. The Board discussed the condition of the current backhoe, and it was noted that facilities for washing etc. at the new DPW should improve the longevity of such vehicles. Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Article - Main Street Corridor Project (Non-Participatory Items) - Dave Daltorio, Town Engineer/Facilities Coordinator, noted the article would fund items that MassDOT does not fund,...
Article - Main Street Corridor Project (Non-Participatory Items) - Dave Daltorio, Town Engineer/Facilities Coordinator, noted the article would fund items that MassDOT does not fund, mostly undergrounding of utilities and street light changes. He noted that 70% of the cost is for the Eversource design. Mr. Khumalo stated that MassDOT needs confirmation from the Town that it will pay for the undergrounding for the project to move to 75% design. It was noted that the funds will not be borrowed until needed
From the minutes
“Article - Main Street Corridor Project (Non-Participatory Items) - Dave Daltorio, Town Engineer/Facilities Coordinator, noted the article would fund items that MassDOT does not fund, mostly undergrounding of utilities and street light changes. He noted that 70% of the cost is for the Eversource design. Mr. Khumalo stated that MassDOT needs confirmation from the Town that it will pay for the undergrounding for the project to move to 75% design. It was noted that the funds will not be borrowed until needed. Vote to Approve: 5-0..”
Recommend Articles - Main Street Corridor Project Easements
Articles - Main Street Corridor Project Easements - It was noted that the three articles relate to temporary and permanent easements needed for the project, and it is a 9 to 12 month process with appraisals for every easement
From the minutes
“Articles - Main Street Corridor Project Easements - It was noted that the three articles relate to temporary and permanent easements needed for the project, and it is a 9 to 12 month process with appraisals for every easement. Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Article - Election Precinct Tabulator
Article - Election Precinct Tabulator - Connor Degan, Town Clerk, described the optical scan machine, one of two approved by the Secretary of State
From the minutes
“Article - Election Precinct Tabulator - Connor Degan, Town Clerk, described the optical scan machine, one of two approved by the Secretary of State. Vote to Approve: 5-0..”
Recommend Article - Fire Communications
Article - Fire Communications -
From the minutes
“Article - Fire Communications - Vote to Approve: 5-0..”
Recommend Article - Fire Department Vehicle
Article - Fire Department Vehicle - Deputy/Inspector - Steve Slaman, Fire Chief, stated the proposal is to replace the deputy's vehicle and keep it temporarily for the second Inspector position, and it would not be a permanent increase in the fleet
From the minutes
“Article - Fire Department Vehicle - Deputy/Inspector - Steve Slaman, Fire Chief, stated the proposal is to replace the deputy's vehicle and keep it temporarily for the second Inspector position, and it would not be a permanent increase in the fleet. Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Article - Ambulance Replacement
Article - Ambulance Replacement - It was stated that it would be paid from the ambulance fund
From the minutes
“Article - Ambulance Replacement - It was stated that it would be paid from the ambulance fund. Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Articles - Information Technology Items: End User Hardware, Public Safety Server, Town Hall Security
Articles - Information Technology Items: End User Hardware, Public Safety Server, Town Hall Security
From the minutes
“Articles - Information Technology Items: End User Hardware, Public Safety Server, Town Hall Security. Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Recommend Article - Two Police Vehicles
Article - Two Police Vehicles -
From the minutes
“Article - Two Police Vehicles - Vote to Approve: 5-0.”
Adjourn
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Herr and SECONDED by Mr. Tedstone to adjourn the meeting. Vote to Approve: 5-0..” (Motion: Herr, second: Tedstone)
Reopen the public meeting
To reopen the public meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Tedstone and SECONDED by Ms. Wright to reopen the public meeting. Vote to Approve: 5-0..” (Motion: Tedstone, second: Wright)
PM. Planning Board Vacancy Announcement
Adjourn
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Tedstone and SECONDED by Ms. Wright to adjourn the meeting. Vote to Approve: 5-0..” (Motion: Tedstone, second: Wright)
From the Hopkinton Select Board’s official minutes in the town’s Laserfiche document archive (Agendas & Minutes). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Hopkinton Independent (photos by John Cardillo): Brian Herr and Joe Clark (May 2024), Shahidul Mannan and Matthew Kizner (May 2025); Amy Ritterbusch, Hopkinton Independent candidate questionnaire (June 2020).
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