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December 19, 2023
10 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Muriel Kramer, Shahidul Mannan, Amy Ritterbusch, Irfan Nasrullah, Mary Jo LaFreniere
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Mary Jo LaFreniere arrived after the meeting began (at 6:08 PM).
Every vote, in order
CALL to Order
Enter executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy with respect negotiations with the Fire union, pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 6) to consider...
Motion to enter executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy with respect negotiations with the Fire union, 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 and South Street; property comprising part of the Elmwood III subdivision development; and parcels owned by Umina off Chestnut Street, 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: Hopkinton CP LLC v. Town of Hopkinton; because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Board; approval of Executive Session Minutes of December 5, 2023; to allow Norman Khumalo and Elaine Lazarus to participate in the executive session and to reconvene in Open Session at 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 pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy with respect negotiations with the Fire union, 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 and South Street; property comprising part of the Elmwood III subdivision development; and parcels owned by Umina off Chestnut Street, 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: Hopkinton CP LLC v. Town of Hopkinton; because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Board; approval of Executive Session Minutes of December 5, 2023; to allow Norman Khumalo and Elaine Lazarus to participate in the executive session and to reconvene in Open Session at the conclusion of Executive Session. MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch. ROLL CALL: Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Ritterbusch)
Consent Agenda
Approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of approving the Minutes of the November 27, 2023, November 29, 2023 and December 5, 2023 meetings, accepting a gift of $1,000.00 from Elizabeth Noon to...
To approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of approving the Minutes of the November 27, 2023, November 29, 2023 and December 5, 2023 meetings, accepting a gift of $1,000.00 from Elizabeth Noon to assist the Fire Department's purchase of underwater sonar, a gift of $300.00 from the Walcott Valley Condo Trust to the Public Library for use at the Library's discretion, and a gift of $500 by an anonymous donor on behalf of the Hopkinton Marathon Committee to initiate the process to secure a Federal Service Mark for the iconic "It All Starts Here" logo
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of approving the Minutes of the November 27, 2023, November 29, 2023 and December 5, 2023 meetings, accepting a gift of $1,000.00 from Elizabeth Noon to assist the Fire Department's purchase of underwater sonar, a gift of $300.00 from the Walcott Valley Condo Trust to the Public Library for use at the Library's discretion, and a gift of $500 by an anonymous donor on behalf of the Hopkinton Marathon Committee to initiate the process to secure a Federal Service Mark for the iconic "It All Starts Here" logo. ROLL CALL: Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Ritterbusch)
Annual License Renewal
Renew a Common Victualler License and an Entertainment License for Hop-Yo, 36 Main St., with contingencies: building/electrical inspections, taxes owed
To renew a Common Victualler License and an Entertainment License for Hop-Yo, 36 Main St., with contingencies: building/electrical inspections, taxes owed
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Mary Jo LaFreniere to renew a Common Victualler License and an Entertainment License for Hop-Yo, 36 Main St., with contingencies: building/electrical inspections, taxes owed. ROLL CALL: Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: LaFreniere)
Board/Committee Appointments
Appoint Kristin Merrill to the Fire Chief Screening Committee
To appoint Kristin Merrill to the Fire Chief Screening Committee
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to appoint Kristin Merrill to the Fire Chief Screening Committee. ROLL CALL: Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Ritterbusch)
Metrowest Veterans Services District Agreement
Approve an update to the MetroWest Veterans Services District Agreement that reflects the FY24 budget
To approve an update to the MetroWest Veterans Services District Agreement that reflects the FY24 budget
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to approve an update to the MetroWest Veterans Services District Agreement that reflects the FY24 budget. ROLL CALL: Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Ritterbusch)
Designate Elaine Lazarus as the Town's representative on the MetroWest Veterans Services District Board
To designate Elaine Lazarus as the Town's representative on the MetroWest Veterans Services District Board
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to designate Elaine Lazarus as the Town's representative on the MetroWest Veterans Services District Board. ROLL CALL: Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Ritterbusch)
Board/Committee Appointments
Appoint Shawn Masterson as an Associate Member of the Board of Appeals, to a term expiring 6/30/2026
To appoint Shawn Masterson as an Associate Member of the Board of Appeals, to a term expiring 6/30/2026
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Shahidul Mannan to appoint Shawn Masterson as an Associate Member of the Board of Appeals, to a term expiring 6/30/2026. ROLL CALL: Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Mannan)
RFP. 2024 Annual Town Meeting
Open the 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant on January 5, 2024. It was stated that the Warrant will close on February 6, 2024
To open the 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant on January 5, 2024. It was stated that the Warrant will close on February 6, 2024
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to open the 2024 Annual Town Meeting Warrant on January 5, 2024. It was stated that the Warrant will close on February 6, 2024. ROLL CALL: Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Ritterbusch)
Town Manager Report
Authorize the Town Manager to sign the Right of First Refusal Letter for 10 Pinecrest Village
To authorize the Town Manager to sign the Right of First Refusal Letter for 10 Pinecrest Village
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to authorize the Town Manager to sign the Right of First Refusal Letter for 10 Pinecrest Village. ROLL CALL: Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Ritterbusch)
Liaison Reports/Board Invites
Adjourn
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Irfan Nasrullah and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to adjourn the meeting. ROLL CALL: Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Mary Jo LaFreniere-Yes; Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Irfan Nasrullah-Yes; Muriel Kramer-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-5, No-0..” (Motion: Nasrullah, second: Ritterbusch)
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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