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December 14, 2020
21 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Held as a virtual (Zoom) meeting.
Present: James Craig, Jennifer Glass, Jonathan Dwyer
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
APPOINTMENTS
Open the public hearing
Ms. Glass made a motion to open the public hearing. Mr. Dwyer seconded. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Glass: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Craig: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to open the public hearing. Mr. Dwyer seconded. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Glass: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Craig: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
Approve Eversource's request for installation of poles, conduit and other supporting infrastructure along Lincoln Road, pursuant to its Grant of Location application dated November 19, 2020, in...
Ms. Glass made a motion that the Board vote to approve Eversource's request for installation of poles, conduit and other supporting infrastructure along Lincoln Road, pursuant to its Grant of Location application dated November 19, 2020, in connection with the planned upgraded electrical service to the Lincoln School Campus. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion that the Board vote to approve Eversource's request for installation of poles, conduit and other supporting infrastructure along Lincoln Road, pursuant to its Grant of Location application dated November 19, 2020, in connection with the planned upgraded electrical service to the Lincoln School Campus. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
Appoint Paula Vaughn McKenzie to the position of Planning & Land Use Director
Mr. Dwyer made a motion that the Board vote to appoint Paula Vaughn McKenzie to the position of Planning & Land Use Director. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dwyer made a motion that the Board vote to appoint Paula Vaughn McKenzie to the position of Planning & Land Use Director. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Glass)
Appoint Rachel Drew to the Housing Commission, for a term of five years expiring in April of 2025
Mr. Dwyer made a motion that the Board vote to appoint Rachel Drew to the Housing Commission, for a term of five years expiring in April of 2025. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dwyer made a motion that the Board vote to appoint Rachel Drew to the Housing Commission, for a term of five years expiring in April of 2025. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Glass)
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Pursuant Massachusetts General Law c. 39, s. 9, the Board vote to delay FY22 Town Meeting
Ms. Glass made a motion that pursuant Massachusetts General Law c. 39, s. 9, the Board vote to delay FY22 Town Meeting. It is anticipated that the 2021 Annual Town Meeting will convene on Saturday May 15, 2021 at the customary time of 9:30 AM and at the customary location of the Ballfield Rd. Campus on a specific site within the campus to be determined. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion that pursuant Massachusetts General Law c. 39, s. 9, the Board vote to delay FY22 Town Meeting. It is anticipated that the 2021 Annual Town Meeting will convene on Saturday May 15, 2021 at the customary time of 9:30 AM and at the customary location of the Ballfield Rd. Campus on a specific site within the campus to be determined. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
Support the skating rink to be installed behind Town Offices
Mr. Dwyer made a motion support the skating rink to be installed behind Town Offices. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dwyer made a motion support the skating rink to be installed behind Town Offices. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Glass)
ACTION ITEMS
Appoint Robert Domnitz to the Battle Road Scenic Byway Committee
Mr. Dwyer made a motion to appoint Robert Domnitz to the Battle Road Scenic Byway Committee. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to appoint Robert Domnitz to the Battle Road Scenic Byway Committee. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Glass)
Appoint Mary Stechschulter to the Emergency Assistance Committee
Mr. Dwyer made a motion to appoint Mary Stechschulter to the Emergency Assistance Committee. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to appoint Mary Stechschulter to the Emergency Assistance Committee. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Glass)
Appoint Barbara Peskin and Peter Braun to the Pierce House Committee
Ms. Glass made a motion to appoint Barbara Peskin and Peter Braun to the Pierce House Committee. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to appoint Barbara Peskin and Peter Braun to the Pierce House Committee. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
Appoint John Ottenberg to the Community Preservation Committee
Mr. Dwyer made a motion to appoint John Ottenberg to the Community Preservation Committee. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to appoint John Ottenberg to the Community Preservation Committee. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Glass)
Appoint Chris Winner, Arthur Fenno, and Chris DeBernardi to the position of Call Fire Fighter
Ms. Glass made a motion to appoint Chris Winner, Arthur Fenno, and Chris DeBernardi to the position of Call Fire Fighter. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to appoint Chris Winner, Arthur Fenno, and Chris DeBernardi to the position of Call Fire Fighter. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
Renew DeCordova Sculpture Park & Museum's General On-Premises Wine & Malt license
Mr. Dwyer made a motion to renew DeCordova Sculpture Park & Museum's General On-Premises Wine & Malt license. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to renew DeCordova Sculpture Park & Museum's General On-Premises Wine & Malt license. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Glass)
Renew Donelan's Supermarket's Package Store Wine and Malt license
Ms. Glass made a motion to renew Donelan's Supermarket's Package Store Wine and Malt license. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to renew Donelan's Supermarket's Package Store Wine and Malt license. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
Renew BSL/BSN The Commons' All Alcohol Club License
Mr. Dwyer made a motion to renew BSL/BSN The Commons' All Alcohol Club License. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to renew BSL/BSN The Commons' All Alcohol Club License. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Glass)
Renew Lincoln Station Partners, LLC d.b.a. REAL's All Alcohol License
Ms. Glass made a motion to renew Lincoln Station Partners, LLC d.b.a. REAL's All Alcohol License. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to renew Lincoln Station Partners, LLC d.b.a. REAL's All Alcohol License. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
Renew the Common Victualler's Licenses for the following slate of establishments
Ms. Glass made a motion to renew the Common Victualler's Licenses for the following slate of establishments. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to renew the Common Victualler's Licenses for the following slate of establishments. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
Renew Lincoln Station Partners, LLC d.b.a. REAL's Entertainment License
Ms. Glass made a motion to renew Lincoln Station Partners, LLC d.b.a. REAL's Entertainment License. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye.
Yes: Craig, DwyerThe roll call does not list Jennifer Glass, who was at the meeting, so that member is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to renew Lincoln Station Partners, LLC d.b.a. REAL's Entertainment License. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
WARRANTS
Approve Mr. Dwyer's signing the Warrant dated December 14, 2020
Ms. Glass made a motion to approve Mr. Dwyer's signing the Warrant dated December 14, 2020. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to approve Mr. Dwyer's signing the Warrant dated December 14, 2020. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
MINUTES
Approve the minutes of November 2, 2020
Ms. Glass made a motion to approve the minutes of November 2, 2020. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to approve the minutes of November 2, 2020. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
Approve the minutes of November 9, 2020 as amended
Ms. Glass made a motion to approve the minutes of November 9, 2020 as amended. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to approve the minutes of November 9, 2020 as amended. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Craig: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
Adjourn
Ms. Glass made a motion to adjourn. Ms. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Glass: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Craig: Aye.
The minutes write “Ms. Dwyer”; Jonathan Dwyer is the only Dwyer on the board.
From the minutes
“Ms. Glass made a motion to adjourn. Ms. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Glass: Aye; Dwyer: Aye; Craig: Aye..” (Motion: Glass, second: Dwyer)
From the Lincoln Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center (Select Board). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Kim Bodnar from The Lincoln Squirrel’s candidate photo (March 2023); Jim Hutchinson and Jennifer Glass cropped from a captioned group photo in The Lincoln Squirrel (“Board accepts $1.35 million in donations for community center,” May 2026).
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