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December 6, 2022
19 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Amy Ritterbusch, Mary Jo LaFreniere, Irfan Nasrullah, Muriel Kramer, Shahidul Mannan
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Shahidul Mannan took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
CALL to Order
Enter into executive session pursuant to approve executive session Minutes, to allow Norman Khumalo and Elaine Lazarus to participate in the discussion, and to reconvene in Open Session after the...
Motion to enter into executive session pursuant to approve executive session Minutes, to allow Norman Khumalo and Elaine Lazarus to participate in the discussion, and to reconvene in Open Session after the conclusion of Executive Session
From the minutes
“motion to enter into executive session pursuant to approve executive session Minutes, to allow Norman Khumalo and Elaine Lazarus to participate in the discussion, and to reconvene in Open Session after the conclusion of Executive Session. MOVED by Mary Jo LaFreniere and SECONDED by Irfan Nasrullah. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: LaFreniere, second: Nasrullah)
Consent Agenda
Approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of: Approving the Minutes of the November 2, 2022, November 15, 2022, November 21, 2022 & November 28, 2022 meetings. Accepting an easement at 2 Oakhurst...
To approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of: Approving the Minutes of the November 2, 2022, November 15, 2022, November 21, 2022 & November 28, 2022 meetings. Accepting an easement at 2 Oakhurst Road pursuant to the affirmative vote under Article 41 of the 2022 Annual Town Meeting. Approving a seasonal population estimate of 19,451 for 2023 for the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC). Accepting a gift to the Fire Department, which received a donation for $200.00 from Fidelity Charitable Donor Advised Fund at the recommendation of The Irvine Foundation. Accepting a gift of $864.58 in memory of Joan Doyle from The Friends of Hopkinton Public Library on behalf of various donors. An audience member asked for additional public forum time to allow for more comment on the RECC Study
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mary Jo LaFreniere and SECONDED by Muriel Kramer to approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of: Approving the Minutes of the November 2, 2022, November 15, 2022, November 21, 2022 & November 28, 2022 meetings. Accepting an easement at 2 Oakhurst Road pursuant to the affirmative vote under Article 41 of the 2022 Annual Town Meeting. Approving a seasonal population estimate of 19,451 for 2023 for the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC). Accepting a gift to the Fire Department, which received a donation for $200.00 from Fidelity Charitable Donor Advised Fund at the recommendation of The Irvine Foundation. Accepting a gift of $864.58 in memory of Joan Doyle from The Friends of Hopkinton Public Library on behalf of various donors. An audience member asked for additional public forum time to allow for more comment on the RECC Study. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: LaFreniere, second: Kramer)
Board/Committee Appointments
Appoint Josh Jones to the Youth Commission, to a term expiring June 30, 2024
To appoint Josh Jones to the Youth Commission, to a term expiring June 30, 2024
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mary Jo LaFrenire and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to appoint Josh Jones to the Youth Commission, to a term expiring June 30, 2024. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: LaFreniere, second: Mannan)
Appoint Robert Klocek to the Youth Commission, to a term expiring June 30, 2023
To appoint Robert Klocek to the Youth Commission, to a term expiring June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Muriel Kramer to appoint Robert Klocek to the Youth Commission, to a term expiring June 30, 2023. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Appoint Christine Lambert to the Personnel Committee, to a term expiring June 30, 2023
To appoint Christine Lambert to the Personnel Committee, to a term expiring June 30, 2023
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to appoint Christine Lambert to the Personnel Committee, to a term expiring June 30, 2023. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Annual License Renewals
Renew Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premises Licenses, Common Victualler Licenses and Entertainment Licenses for 110 Grill, Carbone's Restaurant, Cornell's Irish Pub, Dynasty Restaurant,...
To renew Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premises Licenses, Common Victualler Licenses and Entertainment Licenses for 110 Grill, Carbone's Restaurant, Cornell's Irish Pub, Dynasty Restaurant, Hopkinton Country Club, Ko Restaurant, Pan Thai, Zio's Quattro/Bison Burger, Bill's Pizzeria and Central Public House; subject to contingencies, if any, pertaining to outstanding inspections and/or taxes owed. Ms. LaFreniere requested to pull out Zio's Quattro/Bison Burger for a separate vote, and Mr. Nasrullah and Ms. Kramer agreed
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to renew Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premises Licenses, Common Victualler Licenses and Entertainment Licenses for 110 Grill, Carbone's Restaurant, Cornell's Irish Pub, Dynasty Restaurant, Hopkinton Country Club, Ko Restaurant, Pan Thai, Zio's Quattro/Bison Burger, Bill's Pizzeria and Central Public House; subject to contingencies, if any, pertaining to outstanding inspections and/or taxes owed. Ms. LaFreniere requested to pull out Zio's Quattro/Bison Burger for a separate vote, and Mr. Nasrullah and Ms. Kramer agreed. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Renew a Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premises License, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License for Zio's Quattro/Bison Burger, subject to contingencies pertaining to...
To renew a Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premises License, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License for Zio's Quattro/Bison Burger, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections and taxes owed
Yes: Kramer, Mannan, Nasrullah, RitterbuschNo: LaFreniere
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to renew a Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premises License, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License for Zio's Quattro/Bison Burger, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections and taxes owed. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-No; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-1..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Renew a Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premises Club License, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License for the Woodville Rod & Gun Club, subject to contingencies pertaining to...
To renew a Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premises Club License, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License for the Woodville Rod & Gun Club, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to renew a Section 12 All Alcoholic Beverages On-Premises Club License, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License for the Woodville Rod & Gun Club, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: LaFreniere)
Renew a Section 12 Wine & Malt Beverages On-Premises License, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License for The Spoon
To renew a Section 12 Wine & Malt Beverages On-Premises License, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License for The Spoon
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to renew a Section 12 Wine & Malt Beverages On-Premises License, Common Victualler License and Entertainment License for The Spoon. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Renew a Section 19C Farmer Brewery Pouring Permit License, a Common Victualler License and an Entertainment License for Start Line Brewing, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding...
To renew a Section 19C Farmer Brewery Pouring Permit License, a Common Victualler License and an Entertainment License for Start Line Brewing, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to renew a Section 19C Farmer Brewery Pouring Permit License, a Common Victualler License and an Entertainment License for Start Line Brewing, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Mannan)
Renew Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store Licenses for the following businesses, and the additional licenses noted, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections:...
To renew Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store Licenses for the following businesses, and the additional licenses noted, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections: Hopkinton Wine & Spirits Marty's Fine Wines - Common Victualler, Entertainment License The Vin Bin - Common Victualler, Entertainment License Country Farm Liquors
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to renew Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store Licenses for the following businesses, and the additional licenses noted, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections: Hopkinton Wine & Spirits Marty's Fine Wines - Common Victualler, Entertainment License The Vin Bin - Common Victualler, Entertainment License Country Farm Liquors. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Renew a Section 15 Package Store Wine & Malt Beverages License for Alltown Fresh
To renew a Section 15 Package Store Wine & Malt Beverages License for Alltown Fresh
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to renew a Section 15 Package Store Wine & Malt Beverages License for Alltown Fresh. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Renew the following licenses, subject to contingencies, if any, pertaining to outstanding inspections and taxes owed: The Spoonery - Common Victualler license, Entertainment license Hop-Yo -...
To renew the following licenses, subject to contingencies, if any, pertaining to outstanding inspections and taxes owed: The Spoonery - Common Victualler license, Entertainment license Hop-Yo - Common Victualler license, Entertainment license Dunkin Donuts (78 W. Main St.) - Common Victualler license Dunkin Donuts (76 South St.) - Common Victualler license Muffin House Cafe - Common Victualler license Aramark at Dell (42, 171, 176 and 228 South St.) - Common Victualler license Blue Square Pizza - Common Victualler license Price Chopper Starbucks - Common Victualler license Angel's Hilltop Cafe - Common Victualler license Starbucks Coffee - Common Victualler license, Entertainment license Hiller's Pizza - Common Victualler license
Yes: Kramer, Mannan, Nasrullah, RitterbuschNo: LaFreniere
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to renew the following licenses, subject to contingencies, if any, pertaining to outstanding inspections and taxes owed: The Spoonery - Common Victualler license, Entertainment license Hop-Yo - Common Victualler license, Entertainment license Dunkin Donuts (78 W. Main St.) - Common Victualler license Dunkin Donuts (76 South St.) - Common Victualler license Muffin House Cafe - Common Victualler license Aramark at Dell (42, 171, 176 and 228 South St.) - Common Victualler license Blue Square Pizza - Common Victualler license Price Chopper Starbucks - Common Victualler license Angel's Hilltop Cafe - Common Victualler license Starbucks Coffee - Common Victualler license, Entertainment license Hiller's Pizza - Common Victualler license ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-No; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-1..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Renew a Class I License for Bulldog Fire Apparatus, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections
To renew a Class I License for Bulldog Fire Apparatus, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to renew a Class I License for Bulldog Fire Apparatus, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Renew Class II Licenses for Whitehall Auto Sales, WSAB Enterprises, and Main Street Service Center
To renew Class II Licenses for Whitehall Auto Sales, WSAB Enterprises, and Main Street Service Center
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to renew Class II Licenses for Whitehall Auto Sales, WSAB Enterprises, and Main Street Service Center. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: LaFreniere)
Renew a Livery License for Able Limousine, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections
To renew a Livery License for Able Limousine, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to renew a Livery License for Able Limousine, subject to contingencies pertaining to outstanding inspections. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
CALL
Renew a Municipal Street License for the MetroWest Transit Authority
To renew a Municipal Street License for the MetroWest Transit Authority
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to renew a Municipal Street License for the MetroWest Transit Authority. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
New Police Officer
Appoint Augusto Diaz Jr. as a Police Officer in the Town of Hopkinton
To appoint Augusto Diaz Jr. as a Police Officer in the Town of Hopkinton
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. LaFreniere and SECONDED by Mr. Nasrullah to appoint Augusto Diaz Jr. as a Police Officer in the Town of Hopkinton. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: LaFreniere, second: Nasrullah)
Future Agenda Items
Adjourn
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to adjourn the meeting. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
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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