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December 20, 2022
14 recorded votes, 1 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.
- Irfan Nasrullah took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
CALL to Order
Enter into executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy with respect to collective bargaining relative to DPW, Police, Fire and Communications Unions because...
Motion to enter into executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy with respect to collective bargaining relative to DPW, Police, Fire and Communications Unions because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board; 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
Yes: Kramer, Nasrullah, RitterbuschThe roll call does not list Shahidul Mannan and Mary Jo LaFreniere, who were at the meeting; they are not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“motion to enter into executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy with respect to collective bargaining relative to DPW, Police, Fire and Communications Unions because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board; 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 Muriel Kramer and SECONDED by Irfan Nasrullah. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-3, No-0..” (Motion: Kramer, second: Nasrullah)
Consent Agenda
Approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of: 1. Approving the Minutes of the 12/6/2022 meeting; 2. Accepting the resignation of Patricia Srodawa from the Council on Aging effective December 31,...
To approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of: 1. Approving the Minutes of the 12/6/2022 meeting; 2. Accepting the resignation of Patricia Srodawa from the Council on Aging effective December 31, 2022, and the resignation of Linda Muri from the Veteran's Celebration Committee; 3. Approving a Parade Permit application from the Hoyt Foundation for the first Dick Hoyt Memorial 5 Mile Road Race to be held on May 27, 2023 at 10 am; and 4. Assigning one invitational entry each to Hopkinton Freedom Team Inc., Hopkinton Parent Teacher Organization and Hopkinton's Women Club
From the minutes
“MOVED by Muriel Kramer and SECONDED by Mary Jo LaFreniere to approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of: 1. Approving the Minutes of the 12/6/2022 meeting; 2. Accepting the resignation of Patricia Srodawa from the Council on Aging effective December 31, 2022, and the resignation of Linda Muri from the Veteran's Celebration Committee; 3. Approving a Parade Permit application from the Hoyt Foundation for the first Dick Hoyt Memorial 5 Mile Road Race to be held on May 27, 2023 at 10 am; and 4. Assigning one invitational entry each to Hopkinton Freedom Team Inc., Hopkinton Parent Teacher Organization and Hopkinton's Women Club. 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: Kramer, second: LaFreniere)
Board/Committee Appointments
Appoint Keerthika Deepala to the Cultural Council, to a term expiring December 20, 2025
To appoint Keerthika Deepala to the Cultural Council, to a term expiring December 20, 2025
From the minutes
“MOVED by Muriel Kramer and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to appoint Keerthika Deepala to the Cultural Council, to a term expiring December 20, 2025. 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: Kramer, second: Mannan)
Appoint Randall Kramer to the Veterans Celebration Committee, to a term expiring June 30, 2025
To appoint Randall Kramer to the Veterans Celebration Committee, to a term expiring June 30, 2025
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mary Jo LaFreniere and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to appoint Randall Kramer to the Veterans Celebration Committee, to a term expiring June 30, 2025. 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)
New Town Employee
Confirm the Town Manager's appointment of Ayako Barnum as Senior Library Assistant
To confirm the Town Manager's appointment of Ayako Barnum as Senior Library Assistant
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mary Jo LaFreniere and SECONDED by Muriel Kramer to confirm the Town Manager's appointment of Ayako Barnum as Senior Library Assistant. 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)
SWIM Club, Lumber Street
Renew the Section 12 On-Premises All Alcoholic Beverages License for the Hopkinton Tennis & Swim Club and to grant a waiver to provide the Fire Dept. Safety Inspection Certificate, Liquor...
To renew the Section 12 On-Premises All Alcoholic Beverages License for the Hopkinton Tennis & Swim Club and to grant a waiver to provide the Fire Dept. Safety Inspection Certificate, Liquor Liability Insurance Certificate, Workers Comp. Insurance Certificate, Employee ID Number, and TIPS Certifications, as the premises has not been constructed
From the minutes
“MOVED by Muriel Kramer and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to renew the Section 12 On-Premises All Alcoholic Beverages License for the Hopkinton Tennis & Swim Club and to grant a waiver to provide the Fire Dept. Safety Inspection Certificate, Liquor Liability Insurance Certificate, Workers Comp. Insurance Certificate, Employee ID Number, and TIPS Certifications, as the premises has not been constructed. 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: Kramer, second: Mannan)
Nstar Electric Company DBA Eversource Energy, Clinton Street
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Muriel Kramer to close the public hearing. 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)
Approve the Petition with the revised layout as shown on the plans dated August 30, 2022, revised December 13, 2022, with the condition that there be no double poles
To approve the Petition with the revised layout as shown on the plans dated August 30, 2022, revised December 13, 2022, with the condition that there be no double poles
From the minutes
“MOVED by Muriel Kramer and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to approve the Petition with the revised layout as shown on the plans dated August 30, 2022, revised December 13, 2022, with the condition that there be no double poles. 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: Kramer, second: Mannan)
Parking Lot Canopy
Authorize the Town Manager to execute Power Purchase Agreements and Leases with Solect Energy Development, LLC relating to canopy photovoltaic projects at the Middle and High Schools, subject to...
To authorize the Town Manager to execute Power Purchase Agreements and Leases with Solect Energy Development, LLC relating to canopy photovoltaic projects at the Middle and High Schools, subject to final review and edits by Town Counsel, the Town Manager and the School Department Director of Finance & Operations
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mary Jo LaFreniere and SECONDED by Muriel Kramer to authorize the Town Manager to execute Power Purchase Agreements and Leases with Solect Energy Development, LLC relating to canopy photovoltaic projects at the Middle and High Schools, subject to final review and edits by Town Counsel, the Town Manager and the School Department Director of Finance & Operations. 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)
New Police Officer
Appoint Nicholas Walker as a Police Officer for the Town of Hopkinton
To appoint Nicholas Walker as a Police Officer for the Town of Hopkinton
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mary Jo LaFreniere and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to appoint Nicholas Walker as a Police Officer for 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: Mannan)
Amendments to Regulations for Pole, WIRE and Antenna Location
Approve the amendments to the Board's Regulations for Pole, Wire & Antenna Location Petitions as drafted
To approve the amendments to the Board's Regulations for Pole, Wire & Antenna Location Petitions as drafted
From the minutes
“MOVED by Muriel Kramer and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to approve the amendments to the Board's Regulations for Pole, Wire & Antenna Location Petitions as drafted. 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: Kramer, second: Mannan)
Annual Town Meeting
Open the May 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant on January 1, 2023 and to close the Warrant on January 31, 2023
To open the May 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant on January 1, 2023 and to close the Warrant on January 31, 2023
From the minutes
“MOVED by Muriel Kramer and SECONDED by Mary Jo LaFreniere to open the May 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant on January 1, 2023 and to close the Warrant on January 31, 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: Kramer, second: LaFreniere)
Submit the article into the 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant
To submit the article into the 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant
From the minutes
“MOVED by Muriel Kramer and SECONDED by Mary Jo LaFreniere to submit the article into the 2023 Annual Town Meeting warrant. 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: Kramer, second: LaFreniere)
Future Agenda Items
Adjourn
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mary Jo LaFreniere and SECONDED by Irfan Nasrullah 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: LaFreniere, second: Nasrullah)
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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