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March 10, 2020
14 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Brendan Tedstone, John Coutinho, Brian Herr, Mary Jo LaFreniere
Absent: Irfan Nasrullah
Every vote, in order
CALL to Order
Enter into executive session to approve Executive Session minutes, to discuss strategy with respect to contract negotiations with DPW, Fire and Dispatch Communications unions and Non-Union staff,...
The Chair entertained a motion to enter into executive session to approve Executive Session minutes, to discuss strategy with respect to contract negotiations with DPW, Fire and Dispatch Communications unions and Non-Union staff, Police Chief, because the Chair declares that discussion in an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town, to consider strategy with respect to the lease, sale, or value of real property in relation to the Main Street Corridor Project, the Upper Charles Trail, the lease of East Main St. property to the 26.2 Foundation, the purchase of real estate at 6 Walcott Street and 7 School Street, because the Chair declares that discussion in an open meeting may have detrimental effects on the negotiation position of the Board; to discuss strategy relative to the deployment of security resources in the context of the Governor declaring a State of Emergency in Massachusetts today, the emergency which was not anticipated by the Chair at the time the agenda was posted, to allow Norman Khumalo, Elaine Lazarus, Shaun McAuliffe, Kasey Mauro and Lisa Whittemore to participate in the discussion; and to convene in Open Session after the conclusion of Executive Session
Yes: Herr, LaFreniere, TedstoneThe roll call does not list John Coutinho, who was at the meeting; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“The Chair entertained a motion to enter into executive session to approve Executive Session minutes, to discuss strategy with respect to contract negotiations with DPW, Fire and Dispatch Communications unions and Non-Union staff, Police Chief, because the Chair declares that discussion in an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Town, to consider strategy with respect to the lease, sale, or value of real property in relation to the Main Street Corridor Project, the Upper Charles Trail, the lease of East Main St. property to the 26.2 Foundation, the purchase of real estate at 6 Walcott Street and 7 School Street, because the Chair declares that discussion in an open meeting may have detrimental effects on the negotiation position of the Board; to discuss strategy relative to the deployment of security resources in the context of the Governor declaring a State of Emergency in Massachusetts today, the emergency which was not anticipated by the Chair at the time the agenda was posted, to allow Norman Khumalo, Elaine Lazarus, Shaun McAuliffe, Kasey Mauro and Lisa Whittemore to participate in the discussion; and to convene in Open Session after the conclusion of Executive Session. MOVED by Mr. Herr and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere. ROLL CALL: Mr. Tedstone-Yes; Mr. Herr-Yes; Ms. LaFreniere-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-3, No-0..” (Motion: Herr, second: LaFreniere)
Consent Agenda
Approve the Minutes of the Feb. 25, 2020 Select Board meeting
To approve the Minutes of the Feb. 25, 2020 Select Board meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to approve the Minutes of the Feb. 25, 2020 Select Board meeting. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: LaFreniere)
Approve a Parade Permit for the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk on October 4, 2020 and the 17th Annual Timlin 5K Road Race/Race to Cure ALS on June 20, 2020
To approve a Parade Permit for the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk on October 4, 2020 and the 17th Annual Timlin 5K Road Race/Race to Cure ALS on June 20, 2020
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Herr and SECONDED by Mr. Coutinho to approve a Parade Permit for the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk on October 4, 2020 and the 17th Annual Timlin 5K Road Race/Race to Cure ALS on June 20, 2020. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Herr, second: Coutinho)
Accept a $10,000 gift from the New England Laborers' Training Trust Fund for the Tax Relief Fund, a $5,000 donation from the New England Laborers' Training Trust Fund for senior transportation,...
To accept a $10,000 gift from the New England Laborers' Training Trust Fund for the Tax Relief Fund, a $5,000 donation from the New England Laborers' Training Trust Fund for senior transportation, and donations totalling $495.00 to the Ambulance Fund in memory of Francis J. Pyne
Yes: Coutinho, LaFreniere, TedstoneThe minutes say Brian Herr had not yet arrived or had left the room when this vote was taken; the count (3-0) matches the members in the room, so this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to accept a $10,000 gift from the New England Laborers' Training Trust Fund for the Tax Relief Fund, a $5,000 donation from the New England Laborers' Training Trust Fund for senior transportation, and donations totalling $495.00 to the Ambulance Fund in memory of Francis J. Pyne. Vote to Approve: Yes-3, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: LaFreniere)
Special Temporary Alcohol License
Approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for the HCA for the 26.2 Foundation event on April 13, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the HCA
To approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for the HCA for the 26.2 Foundation event on April 13, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the HCA
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Mr. Herr to approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for the HCA for the 26.2 Foundation event on April 13, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the HCA. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: Herr)
Approve a fee waiver for the application
To approve a fee waiver for the application
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to approve a fee waiver for the application. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: LaFreniere)
Approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for St. John's the Evangelist Church for a Youth Group fundraiser on April 4, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the St. John's Parish Hall
To approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for St. John's the Evangelist Church for a Youth Group fundraiser on April 4, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the St. John's Parish Hall
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Mr. Herr to approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for St. John's the Evangelist Church for a Youth Group fundraiser on April 4, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the St. John's Parish Hall. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: Herr)
Approve a fee waiver for the application
To approve a fee waiver for the application
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to approve a fee waiver for the application. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: LaFreniere)
Executive Session
Enter Executive Session to discuss strategy relative to the deployment of security resources in the context of the Governor declaring a State of Emergency in Massachusetts today, to allow staff,...
To enter Executive Session to discuss strategy relative to the deployment of security resources in the context of the Governor declaring a State of Emergency in Massachusetts today, to allow staff, Board of Health and School Committee members to be present, and to reconvene in open session at the conclusion of Executive Session
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Herr and SECONDED by Mr. Coutinho to enter Executive Session to discuss strategy relative to the deployment of security resources in the context of the Governor declaring a State of Emergency in Massachusetts today, to allow staff, Board of Health and School Committee members to be present, and to reconvene in open session at the conclusion of Executive Session. ROLL CALL: Mr. Tedstone-Yes; Mr.-Coutinho-Yes; Mr. Herr-Yes; Ms. LaFreniere-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Herr, second: Coutinho)
Committee Appointment
Appoint Christine Enos to the Cultural Council, to a term expiring 3/10/2023
To appoint Christine Enos to the Cultural Council, to a term expiring 3/10/2023
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to appoint Christine Enos to the Cultural Council, to a term expiring 3/10/2023. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: LaFreniere)
Town Manager Report
The maximum useful life of the departmental equipment listed below to be financed with the proceeds of the following borrowings authorized by the votes of the Town passed December 9, 2019...
That the maximum useful life of the departmental equipment listed below to be financed with the proceeds of the following borrowings authorized by the votes of the Town passed December 9, 2019 (Articles 4 and 5) and February 3, 2020 (Questions 2 and 3) is hereby determined pursuant to Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 7(1) to be as follows: Purpose: Modular Classrooms at the Hopkins School; Borrowing amount,$3,000,000; Maximum useful life, 20 years Purpose: Modular Classrooms at the Elmwood School; Borrowing amount, $2,000,000; Maximum useful life, 20 years
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Mr. Herr that the maximum useful life of the departmental equipment listed below to be financed with the proceeds of the following borrowings authorized by the votes of the Town passed December 9, 2019 (Articles 4 and 5) and February 3, 2020 (Questions 2 and 3) is hereby determined pursuant to Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 7(1) to be as follows: Purpose: Modular Classrooms at the Hopkins School; Borrowing amount,$3,000,000; Maximum useful life, 20 years Purpose: Modular Classrooms at the Elmwood School; Borrowing amount, $2,000,000; Maximum useful life, 20 years Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: Herr)
Consent to allow Mirick O'Connell to represent the 26.2 Foundation Inc. before the Town in relation to the lease and development of an International Marathon Center at 0 East Main Street; and to...
To consent to allow Mirick O'Connell to represent the 26.2 Foundation Inc. before the Town in relation to the lease and development of an International Marathon Center at 0 East Main Street; and to allow the Town Manager to sign the consent letter
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Mr. Herr to consent to allow Mirick O'Connell to represent the 26.2 Foundation Inc. before the Town in relation to the lease and development of an International Marathon Center at 0 East Main Street; and to allow the Town Manager to sign the consent letter. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: Herr)
That, with respect to the acquisition of the property located at 6 Walcott Street, the Select Board vote to (1) accept the deed and Trustee's certificate from the Seller, Joseph D. Marquedant,...
That, with respect to the acquisition of the property located at 6 Walcott Street, the Select Board vote to (1) accept the deed and Trustee's certificate from the Seller, Joseph D. Marquedant, Trustee of Walcott Street Realty Trust; (2) execute an Order of Taking for the property; (3) authorize Town Counsel to negotiate and sign any and all documents necessary to effectuate the purchase of the property
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere that, with respect to the acquisition of the property located at 6 Walcott Street, the Select Board vote to (1) accept the deed and Trustee's certificate from the Seller, Joseph D. Marquedant, Trustee of Walcott Street Realty Trust; (2) execute an Order of Taking for the property; (3) authorize Town Counsel to negotiate and sign any and all documents necessary to effectuate the purchase of the property. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: LaFreniere)
Future Agenda Items
Adjourn
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Coutinho and SECONDED by Mr. Herr to adjourn the meeting. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Coutinho, second: Herr)
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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