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April 11, 2023
22 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Amy Ritterbusch, Mary Jo LaFreniere, Irfan Nasrullah, Muriel Kramer, Shahidul Mannan
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
CALL to Order
Enter executive session to approve of Executive Session Minutes (3/14/23, 3/28/23), pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 2) to consider strategy with respect to negotiations with non-union...
Motion to enter executive session to approve of Executive Session Minutes (3/14/23, 3/28/23), pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 2) to consider strategy with respect to negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager); pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 6) to consider the purchase, lease, sale or value of real estate in relation to properties in the vicinity of Town Hall, the Jenner Property (Map R12 Block 9 Lot 0), 0 Spring Street, Map R23 Block 100 Lot 0 West Main Street, Map R23 Block 73 Lot A and Block 73 Lot B Rear West Main Street, and 3 contiguous parcels on College Street totalling 20.74 acres because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board; 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, Mannan, Nasrullah, RitterbuschThe roll call does not list Mary Jo LaFreniere, who was at the meeting; this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“motion to enter executive session to approve of Executive Session Minutes (3/14/23, 3/28/23), pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 2) to consider strategy with respect to negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager); pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 6) to consider the purchase, lease, sale or value of real estate in relation to properties in the vicinity of Town Hall, the Jenner Property (Map R12 Block 9 Lot 0), 0 Spring Street, Map R23 Block 100 Lot 0 West Main Street, Map R23 Block 73 Lot A and Block 73 Lot B Rear West Main Street, and 3 contiguous parcels on College Street totalling 20.74 acres because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the Board; 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 Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Consent Agenda
Approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of: 1) approving the Minutes of the March 28, 2023 meeting; 2) Accepting the gift of a stone bench at the Library in memory of Arthur Gendron Jr., M.D.; and...
To approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of: 1) approving the Minutes of the March 28, 2023 meeting; 2) Accepting the gift of a stone bench at the Library in memory of Arthur Gendron Jr., M.D.; and 3) Accepting the gift of $3,600 from the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation to the Library to sponsor the Children's Monthly Music & Movement program
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. LaFreniere and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of: 1) approving the Minutes of the March 28, 2023 meeting; 2) Accepting the gift of a stone bench at the Library in memory of Arthur Gendron Jr., M.D.; and 3) Accepting the gift of $3,600 from the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation to the Library to sponsor the Children's Monthly Music & Movement program. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: LaFreniere, second: Mannan)
Street Acceptance
Continue the public hearing to April 25, 2023
To continue the public hearing to April 25, 2023
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Nasrrullah to continue the public hearing to April 25, 2023. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Kramer, second: Nasrullah)
EMC Park
Approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for the Hoyt Foundation, for a Beer Garden from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM following the Dick Hoyt Memorial Run/Walk on May 27
To approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for the Hoyt Foundation, for a Beer Garden from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM following the Dick Hoyt Memorial Run/Walk on May 27
Yes: LaFreniere, Mannan, Nasrullah, RitterbuschNo: Kramer
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Mr. Nasrullah to approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for the Hoyt Foundation, for a Beer Garden from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM following the Dick Hoyt Memorial Run/Walk on May 27. Vote to Approve: Yes-4 (Ritterbusch, LaFreniere, Nasrullah, Mannan), No-1 (Kramer)..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Nasrullah)
New Employee Appointment
Confirm the Town Manager's appointment of Colleen DePina as Administrative Assistant for the Senior Services Dept
To confirm the Town Manager's appointment of Colleen DePina as Administrative Assistant for the Senior Services Dept
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to confirm the Town Manager's appointment of Colleen DePina as Administrative Assistant for the Senior Services Dept. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: LaFreniere)
Main Street
Issue a Common Victualler license to Mauricio and Elizabeth Bremermann for Orale Mexican Cuisine, 22-24 Main St., noting that the license will expire Dec. 31, 2023
To issue a Common Victualler license to Mauricio and Elizabeth Bremermann for Orale Mexican Cuisine, 22-24 Main St., noting that the license will expire Dec. 31, 2023
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to issue a Common Victualler license to Mauricio and Elizabeth Bremermann for Orale Mexican Cuisine, 22-24 Main St., noting that the license will expire Dec. 31, 2023. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Kramer)
FY 24 Budget Update and MAY 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting
Sign the May 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
To sign the May 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to sign the May 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Kramer, second: Mannan)
N Meeting
Recommend approval of Article 1 (Acceptance of Town Reports)
To recommend approval of Article 1 (Acceptance of Town Reports)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to recommend approval of Article 1 (Acceptance of Town Reports). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Kramer, second: Mannan)
Recommend approval of Article 2 (FY23 Supplemental Appropriations/Transfers)
To recommend approval of Article 2 (FY23 Supplemental Appropriations/Transfers)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to recommend approval of Article 2 (FY23 Supplemental Appropriations/Transfers). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Mannan)
Recommend approval of Article 3 (Unpaid Bills from Prior Fiscal Years)
To recommend approval of Article 3 (Unpaid Bills from Prior Fiscal Years)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Mr. Nasrullah to recommend approval of Article 3 (Unpaid Bills from Prior Fiscal Years). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Nasrullah)
Recommend approval of Article 4 (Set Salary of Elected Officials)
To recommend approval of Article 4 (Set Salary of Elected Officials)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to recommend approval of Article 4 (Set Salary of Elected Officials). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Kramer, second: Mannan)
Recommend approval of Article 6 (Revolving Fund Spending Limits)
To recommend approval of Article 6 (Revolving Fund Spending Limits)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to recommend approval of Article 6 (Revolving Fund Spending Limits). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: LaFreniere)
Recommend approval of Article 14 (Pay-As-You-Go Capital Projects)
To recommend approval of Article 14 (Pay-As-You-Go Capital Projects)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to recommend approval of Article 14 (Pay-As-You-Go Capital Projects). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
Recommend approval of Article 15 (Chestnut St. Sidewalk)
To recommend approval of Article 15 (Chestnut St. Sidewalk)
Yes: Kramer, LaFreniere, Mannan, RitterbuschNo: Nasrullah
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Nasrullah to recommend approval of Article 15 (Chestnut St. Sidewalk). Vote to Approve: Yes-4 (Ritterbusch, LaFreniere, Kramer, Mannan), No-1 (Nasrullah)..” (Motion: Kramer, second: Nasrullah)
Recommend approval of Article 16 (Sidewalk from EMC Park to Blueberry Ln.)
To recommend approval of Article 16 (Sidewalk from EMC Park to Blueberry Ln.)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to recommend approval of Article 16 (Sidewalk from EMC Park to Blueberry Ln.). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Kramer, second: Mannan)
Recommend approval of Article 18 (Fire Station 2)
To recommend approval of Article 18 (Fire Station 2)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to recommend approval of Article 18 (Fire Station 2). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Kramer)
Recommend approval of Article 19 (Hopkins School Addition)
To recommend approval of Article 19 (Hopkins School Addition)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to recommend approval of Article 19 (Hopkins School Addition). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Kramer)
Recommend approval of Article 20 (Pratt Way & Cemetery Paving)
To recommend approval of Article 20 (Pratt Way & Cemetery Paving)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. LaFreniere and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to recommend approval of Article 20 (Pratt Way & Cemetery Paving). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: LaFreniere, second: Mannan)
Recommend approval of Article 21 (Water Dept. Vehicle)
To recommend approval of Article 21 (Water Dept. Vehicle)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to recommend approval of Article 21 (Water Dept. Vehicle). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: LaFreniere)
Recommend approval of Article 37 (Gift of Land - Turkey Ridge)
To recommend approval of Article 37 (Gift of Land - Turkey Ridge)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to recommend approval of Article 37 (Gift of Land - Turkey Ridge). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Kramer, second: Mannan)
Recommend approval of Article 38 (Solar Canopy Leases)
To recommend approval of Article 38 (Solar Canopy Leases)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to recommend approval of Article 38 (Solar Canopy Leases). Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Mannan)
Recommend approval of Article 43 (Home Rule Petition - Dam Repair Easements)
To recommend approval of Article 43 (Home Rule Petition - Dam Repair Easements)
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. LaFreniere and SECONDED by Mr. Nasrullah to recommend approval of Article 43 (Home Rule Petition - Dam Repair Easements). 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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