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August 6, 2024
13 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Mary Jo LaFreniere, Shahidul Mannan, Amy Ritterbusch, Joe Clark
Absent: Brian Herr
Every vote, in order
CALL to Order
Enter executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy for litigation (221 Wood St.) because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating...
Motion to enter executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy for litigation (221 Wood St.) because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Board; Pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 2) to consider strategy for negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager); Approval of executive session Minutes (7/16/2024); to allow Elaine Lazarus, Bryan Bertram and Sean Davan to participate in the executive session and to reconvene in Open Session at the conclusion of Executive Session
From the minutes
“motion to enter executive session pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 3) to consider strategy for litigation (221 Wood St.) because an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the Board; Pursuant to M.G.L. c.30A, §21(a) (purpose 2) to consider strategy for negotiations with non-union personnel (Town Manager); Approval of executive session Minutes (7/16/2024); to allow Elaine Lazarus, Bryan Bertram and Sean Davan to participate in the executive session and to reconvene in Open Session at the conclusion of Executive Session. MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch. ROLL CALL: Mary Jo LaFreniere- Yes; Amy Ritterbusch-Yes; Shahidul Mannan-Yes; Joe Clark-Yes. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Consent Agenda
Approve the Consent Agenda consisting of the following items: 1) confirming the Town Manager's appointment of Michael Pontremoli and Dale Michaud as Part-time Van Drivers for the Senior Center; 2)...
To approve the Consent Agenda consisting of the following items: 1) confirming the Town Manager's appointment of Michael Pontremoli and Dale Michaud as Part-time Van Drivers for the Senior Center; 2) approving the Minutes of the July 11, 2024 meeting; 3) accepting a donation of $674.21 from the Committee to Elect Irfan Nasrullah to the General Fund pursuant to MGL Ch. 44 Sec. 53A ½, and a donation of $2,750.00 from the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation for the Library of Things; 4) approving a parade permit for the 25th Annual Michael's Run/Walk 5K on October 12, 2024 at 10 a.m and granting a fee waiver for the application; 5) approving a request of the Friends of Hopkinton, Inc. to erect a 25 ft. x 3 ft. banner over Main St. from August 31 through Sept. 14, in advance of the 2024 Family Day on Sept. 14, 2024; 6) accepting the resignation of Daniele Pepin from the Hopkinton Historic District Commission; 7) appointing the submitted list of Election Workers through 4/30/2025 with the exception of Ken Clark and Mary Jo LaFreniere
From the minutes
“MOVED by Joe Clark and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of the following items: 1) confirming the Town Manager's appointment of Michael Pontremoli and Dale Michaud as Part-time Van Drivers for the Senior Center; 2) approving the Minutes of the July 11, 2024 meeting; 3) accepting a donation of $674.21 from the Committee to Elect Irfan Nasrullah to the General Fund pursuant to MGL Ch. 44 Sec. 53A ½, and a donation of $2,750.00 from the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation for the Library of Things; 4) approving a parade permit for the 25th Annual Michael's Run/Walk 5K on October 12, 2024 at 10 a.m and granting a fee waiver for the application; 5) approving a request of the Friends of Hopkinton, Inc. to erect a 25 ft. x 3 ft. banner over Main St. from August 31 through Sept. 14, in advance of the 2024 Family Day on Sept. 14, 2024; 6) accepting the resignation of Daniele Pepin from the Hopkinton Historic District Commission; 7) appointing the submitted list of Election Workers through 4/30/2025 with the exception of Ken Clark and Mary Jo LaFreniere. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Clark, second: Ritterbusch)
Appoint Ken Clark as an Election Worker through 4/30/2025
To appoint Ken Clark as an Election Worker through 4/30/2025
Yes: LaFreniere, Mannan, RitterbuschThe minutes say Joe Clark had not yet arrived or had left the room when this vote was taken; the count (3-0) matches the members in the room, so this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to appoint Ken Clark as an Election Worker through 4/30/2025. Vote to Approve: Yes-3, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Appoint Mary Jo LaFreniere as an Election Worker through 4/30/2025
To appoint Mary Jo LaFreniere as an Election Worker through 4/30/2025
Yes: Clark, Mannan, RitterbuschThe minutes say Mary Jo LaFreniere had not yet arrived or had left the room when this vote was taken; the count (3-0) matches the members in the room, so this member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to appoint Mary Jo LaFreniere as an Election Worker through 4/30/2025. Vote to Approve: Yes-3, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
State Primary Election Warrant
Sign the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election Warrant
To sign the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election Warrant
From the minutes
“MOVED by Joe Clark and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to sign the September 3, 2024 State Primary Election Warrant. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Clark, second: Ritterbusch)
Boards, Committees
Appoint Mike King as the Planning Board's representative on the Trail Coordination and Management Committee, to a term expiring 6/30/2027
To appoint Mike King as the Planning Board's representative on the Trail Coordination and Management Committee, to a term expiring 6/30/2027
From the minutes
“MOVED by Amy Ritterbusch and SECONDED by Joe Clark to appoint Mike King as the Planning Board's representative on the Trail Coordination and Management Committee, to a term expiring 6/30/2027. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Ritterbusch, second: Clark)
Weston Nurseries, 93 East Main Street
Open public hearing on an application submitted by Peter Mezitt, on behalf of Weston Nurseries, for an Entertainment License, including Live Music/amplification system, and a special temporary...
To open public hearing on an application submitted by Peter Mezitt, on behalf of Weston Nurseries, for an Entertainment License, including Live Music/amplification system, and a special temporary alcohol license for Weston Nurseries' celebration of Blooms, Brews & BBQ on Saturday, September 7, 2024 from 11am to 7pm
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to open public hearing on an application submitted by Peter Mezitt, on behalf of Weston Nurseries, for an Entertainment License, including Live Music/amplification system, and a special temporary alcohol license for Weston Nurseries' celebration of Blooms, Brews & BBQ on Saturday, September 7, 2024 from 11am to 7pm. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Close public hearing
To close public hearing
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to close public hearing. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Approve an Entertainment License and a Special Temporary Alcohol License for Weston Nurseries Blooms, Brews & BBQ event on 9/7/2024, and to grant a fee waiver, as the event is a nonprofit fundraiser
To approve an Entertainment License and a Special Temporary Alcohol License for Weston Nurseries Blooms, Brews & BBQ event on 9/7/2024, and to grant a fee waiver, as the event is a nonprofit fundraiser
From the minutes
“MOVED by Joe Clark and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to approve an Entertainment License and a Special Temporary Alcohol License for Weston Nurseries Blooms, Brews & BBQ event on 9/7/2024, and to grant a fee waiver, as the event is a nonprofit fundraiser. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0.” (Motion: Clark, second: Ritterbusch)
Utility Pole Hearing, Verizon New England INC.
Close the public hearing
To close the public hearing
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to close the public hearing. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Grant the new utility pole location on Elm Street to place one jointly owned pole numbered T.33B/E.33B on the south side of Elm Street at a point approximately 304 feet southwesterly from the...
To grant the new utility pole location on Elm Street to place one jointly owned pole numbered T.33B/E.33B on the south side of Elm Street at a point approximately 304 feet southwesterly from the centerline of Parkwood Drive; and approximately 50 feet northeast of existing pole T.33A/ E.33A
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Amy Ritterbusch to grant the new utility pole location on Elm Street to place one jointly owned pole numbered T.33B/E.33B on the south side of Elm Street at a point approximately 304 feet southwesterly from the centerline of Parkwood Drive; and approximately 50 feet northeast of existing pole T.33A/ E.33A.. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0.” (Motion: Mannan, second: Ritterbusch)
Town Manager Report
Approve the sale of 0 Hayward Street to Alice Pynn for $1,000 and to authorize Town Counsel and staff to prepare a suitable deed for execution by the Select Board
To approve the sale of 0 Hayward Street to Alice Pynn for $1,000 and to authorize Town Counsel and staff to prepare a suitable deed for execution by the Select Board
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Joe Clark to approve the sale of 0 Hayward Street to Alice Pynn for $1,000 and to authorize Town Counsel and staff to prepare a suitable deed for execution by the Select Board. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0.” (Motion: Mannan, second: Clark)
Future Board Agenda Items
Adjourn
To adjourn the meeting
From the minutes
“MOVED by Shahidul Mannan and SECONDED by Joe Clark to adjourn the meeting. Vote to Approve: Yes-4, No-0..” (Motion: Mannan, second: Clark)
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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