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April 25, 2023
27 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:
- Irfan Nasrullah took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
CALL to Order
Enter executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 2) to consider strategy with respect to negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager and Police Chief ), including vacation...
Motion to enter executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 2) to consider strategy with respect to negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager and Police Chief ), including vacation payout; 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; pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy with respect to litigation: 1) New England Laborer's Training Trust Fund, et al. v. Town of Hopkinton, et al. Civil Action No. 2381-CV-00948, and 2) Costa Brothers Masonry Inc. v Suretec Insurance Co. and Avatar Construction Corp. v Town of Hopkinton Civil Action No. 2281-CV-03297, because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating 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: LaFreniere, Mannan, RitterbuschThe roll call does not list Muriel Kramer and Irfan Nasrullah, who were at the meeting; they are not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“motion to enter executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 2) to consider strategy with respect to negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager and Police Chief ), including vacation payout; 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; pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy with respect to litigation: 1) New England Laborer's Training Trust Fund, et al. v. Town of Hopkinton, et al. Civil Action No. 2381-CV-00948, and 2) Costa Brothers Masonry Inc. v Suretec Insurance Co. and Avatar Construction Corp. v Town of Hopkinton Civil Action No. 2281-CV-03297, because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating 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 Ms. LaFreniere and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-3, No-0..” (Motion: LaFreniere, second: Mannan)
24 Main Street
Open the public hearing
To open the public hearing
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. LaFreniere and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to open 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: LaFreniere, second: Mannan)
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere 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: Kramer, second: LaFreniere)
Approve a Section 12 All Alcohol On-Premises License for Orale Inc. d/b/a Orale Mexican Cuisine at 22-24 Main Street and an Entertainment License, as requested, with the condition that the indoor...
To approve a Section 12 All Alcohol On-Premises License for Orale Inc. d/b/a Orale Mexican Cuisine at 22-24 Main Street and an Entertainment License, as requested, with the condition that the indoor capacity of the restaurant at all times shall be no more than 49 people including all patrons and employees
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to approve a Section 12 All Alcohol On-Premises License for Orale Inc. d/b/a Orale Mexican Cuisine at 22-24 Main Street and an Entertainment License, as requested, with the condition that the indoor capacity of the restaurant at all times shall be no more than 49 people including all patrons and employees. 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: Mannan, second: LaFreniere)
Hayden ROWE
Approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for the HCA fundraiser on May 13, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Mr. Khumalo stated there were no adverse comments from the staff review
To approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for the HCA fundraiser on May 13, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Mr. Khumalo stated there were no adverse comments from the staff review
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. LaFreniere and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to approve a Special Temporary Alcohol License for the HCA fundraiser on May 13, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Mr. Khumalo stated there were no adverse comments from the staff review. 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)
Board and Committee Appointments
Appoint Veda Kerr to the Board of Registrars to a term expiring 2/1/2025, and to appoint Joe Bruso to the Board of Registrars to a term expiring 2/1/2024
To appoint Veda Kerr to the Board of Registrars to a term expiring 2/1/2025, and to appoint Joe Bruso to the Board of Registrars to a term expiring 2/1/2024
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. LaFreniere and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to appoint Veda Kerr to the Board of Registrars to a term expiring 2/1/2025, and to appoint Joe Bruso to the Board of Registrars to a term expiring 2/1/2024. 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)
Parade Permit Application, Pride Parade
Approve the Parade Permit as requested
To approve the Parade Permit as requested
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to approve the Parade Permit as requested. 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)
Street Acceptance
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan 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: Kramer, second: Mannan)
Recommend that the annual town meeting vote to accept Foxhollow Road and Box Mill Road as and for public ways and to authorize the Select Board to acquire by gift, purchase or eminent domain any...
To recommend that the annual town meeting vote to accept Foxhollow Road and Box Mill Road as and for public ways and to authorize the Select Board to acquire by gift, purchase or eminent domain any land or interest in land necessary for such laying out
Yes: Kramer, LaFreniere, Mannan, NasrullahAbstained: Ritterbusch
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Nasrullah and SECONDED by Ms. Kramer to recommend that the annual town meeting vote to accept Foxhollow Road and Box Mill Road as and for public ways and to authorize the Select Board to acquire by gift, purchase or eminent domain any land or interest in land necessary for such laying out. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Abstain; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-4 (LaFreniere, Nasrullah, Kramer, Mannan), No-0, Abstain-1 (Ritterbusch).” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Kramer)
FY 24 Budget Update and MAY 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting
Establish a standing motion to recommend annual town meeting articles
To establish a standing motion to recommend annual town meeting articles
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to establish a standing motion to recommend annual town meeting articles. 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: Mannan, second: LaFreniere)
Recommend Article 5 - FY24 Operating Budget
The Board's votes under the standing motion on the article numbers listed are as follows: 5 - FY24 Operating Budget -
From the minutes
“The Board's votes under the standing motion on the article numbers listed are as follows: 5 - FY24 Operating Budget - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 6 - FY24 Revolving Fund Spending Limits
6 - FY24 Revolving Fund Spending Limits -
From the minutes
“6 - FY24 Revolving Fund Spending Limits - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 7 - PEG Access & Cable Related Fund Revolving Account Funding
7 - PEG Access & Cable Related Fund Revolving Account Funding -
From the minutes
“7 - PEG Access & Cable Related Fund Revolving Account Funding - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 8 - Chapter 90 Highway Funds
8 - Chapter 90 Highway Funds -
From the minutes
“8 - Chapter 90 Highway Funds - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 9 - Transfer to OPEB Liability Trust Fund
9 - Transfer to OPEB Liability Trust Fund -
From the minutes
“9 - Transfer to OPEB Liability Trust Fund - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 10 - Transfer to General Stabilization Fund
10 - Transfer to General Stabilization Fund -
From the minutes
“10 - Transfer to General Stabilization Fund - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 11 - Transfer to School Special Education Reserve Fund
11 - Transfer to School Special Education Reserve Fund -
From the minutes
“11 - Transfer to School Special Education Reserve Fund - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 12 - Establish Capital Stabilization Account, Keefe Technical School
12 - Establish Capital Stabilization Account, Keefe Technical School -
From the minutes
“12 - Establish Capital Stabilization Account, Keefe Technical School - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 13 - PILOT Agreement, Wilson St. Solar Farm
13 - PILOT Agreement, Wilson St. Solar Farm -
From the minutes
“13 - PILOT Agreement, Wilson St. Solar Farm - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 23 - Community Preservation Funds
23 - Community Preservation Funds -
From the minutes
“23 - Community Preservation Funds - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 24 - Community Preservation Recommendations, Motion #1
24 - Community Preservation Recommendations, Motion #1 -
From the minutes
“24 - Community Preservation Recommendations, Motion #1 - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 24 - Community Preservation Recommendations, Motion #2, Item B
24 - Community Preservation Recommendations, Motion #2, Item B -
From the minutes
“24 - Community Preservation Recommendations, Motion #2, Item B - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 24 - Community Preservation Recommendations, Motion #3, items C, F and G
24 - Community Preservation Recommendations, Motion #3, items C, F and G -
From the minutes
“24 - Community Preservation Recommendations, Motion #3, items C, F and G - ROLL CALL: Ritterbusch-Yes; LaFreniere-Yes; Nasrullah-Yes; Kramer-Yes; Mannan-Yes. (5-0).”
Recommend Article 4 with the new salary number
To recommend Article 4 with the new salary number
From the minutes
“MOVED by Mr. Mannan and SECONDED by Ms. LaFreniere to recommend Article 4 with the new salary number. 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: Mannan, second: LaFreniere)
Parade Permit Application, New England Chinese American Alliance
Approve the Parade Permit as requested
To approve the Parade Permit as requested
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to approve the Parade Permit as requested. 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)
Consent Agenda
Approve the Minutes of the April 4, 2023 meeting
To approve the Minutes of the April 4, 2023 meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan to approve the Minutes of the April 4, 2023 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: Kramer, second: Mannan)
Future Board Agenda Items
Adjourn
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Ms. Kramer and SECONDED by Mr. Mannan 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: Kramer, second: Mannan)
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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