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Lincoln Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting

April 25, 2022

12 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: Jennifer Glass, Jonathan Dwyer, Jim Hutchinson

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

APPOINTMENTS

Open the public hearing

Minutes, page 2

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Mr. Dwyer made a motion to open the public hearing. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

Roll call: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye. After the hearing opened, Jonathan Dwyer recused himself from the rest of this item.

From the minutes

“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to open the public hearing. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Hutchinson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Close the public hearing

Minutes, page 3

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Hutchinson made a motion to close the public hearing. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

From the minutes

“Hutchinson made a motion to close the public hearing. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Hutchinson, second: Dwyer)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

The Board exercises its authority under Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2022 to grant The Tack Room, Inc. temporary permission through the end of the calendar year to 1.) expand the premises to include...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 2–0

Mr. Hutchinson moved that the Board exercises its authority under Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2022 to grant The Tack Room, Inc. temporary permission through the end of the calendar year to 1.) expand the premises to include outdoor dining and liquor sales as outline this evening, and 2.) extend the hours for the establishment on Thursday through Sunday to 10:00Am - Midnight, with outdoor service and activities to cease at 10:0PM. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved with a roll call vote: Dwyer: No Vote - Recused; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye

Yes: Glass, HutchinsonThe roll call reads “Dwyer: No Vote - Recused; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.” Jonathan Dwyer recused himself (the minutes say his daughter works at the restaurant), so he is not shown as voting.

From the minutes

“Mr. Hutchinson moved that the Board exercises its authority under Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2022 to grant The Tack Room, Inc. temporary permission through the end of the calendar year to 1.) expand the premises to include outdoor dining and liquor sales as outline this evening, and 2.) extend the hours for the establishment on Thursday through Sunday to 10:00Am - Midnight, with outdoor service and activities to cease at 10:0PM. Ms. Glass seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved with a roll call vote: Dwyer: No Vote - Recused; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.” (Motion: Hutchinson, second: Glass)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT

Approve the revised small cell policy as recommended by the consultant subject to the changes discussed

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Mr. Hutchinson made a motion to approve the revised small cell policy as recommended by the consultant subject to the changes discussed. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

From the minutes

“Mr. Hutchinson made a motion to approve the revised small cell policy as recommended by the consultant subject to the changes discussed. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Hutchinson, second: Dwyer)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

DISCUSSION

Approve the Select Board liaison assignment list as amended

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Mr. Hutchinson made a motion to approve the Select Board liaison assignment list as amended. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

From the minutes

“Mr. Hutchinson made a motion to approve the Select Board liaison assignment list as amended. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Hutchinson, second: Dwyer)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Approve the Community Center Building Committee Charge with the non-substantiative edits as discussed

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Mr. Dwyer made a motion to approve the Community Center Building Committee Charge with the non-substantiative edits as discussed. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

From the minutes

“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to approve the Community Center Building Committee Charge with the non-substantiative edits as discussed. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Hutchinson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the 2022 Committee Reappointment Consent List as amended

Minutes, page 5

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Mr. Hutchinson made a motion to approve the 2022 Committee Reappointment Consent List as amended. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

From the minutes

“Mr. Hutchinson made a motion to approve the 2022 Committee Reappointment Consent List as amended. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Hutchinson, second: Dwyer)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the Fire Contract for FY22, FY23, and FY24 as presented

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Mr. Dwyer made a motion to approve the Fire Contract for FY22, FY23, and FY24 as presented. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

From the minutes

“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to approve the Fire Contract for FY22, FY23, and FY24 as presented. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Hutchinson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Submit the 2022 Complete Streets application as presented

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Mr. Dwyer made a motion to submit the 2022 Complete Streets application as presented. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

From the minutes

“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to submit the 2022 Complete Streets application as presented. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Hutchinson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

ACTION ITEMS

Accept the provisions of the Municipal Relief Act, Chapter 44, section 33b for FY22 authorizing the Finance Director and Town Accountant to make year end transfers

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Mr. Hutchinson made a motion to accept the provisions of the Municipal Relief Act, Chapter 44, section 33b for FY22 authorizing the Finance Director and Town Accountant to make year end transfers. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

From the minutes

“Mr. Hutchinson made a motion to accept the provisions of the Municipal Relief Act, Chapter 44, section 33b for FY22 authorizing the Finance Director and Town Accountant to make year end transfers. Mr. Dwyer seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Hutchinson, second: Dwyer)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

WARRANTS

Approve the warrant dated May 2, 2022

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Mr. Dwyer made a motion to approve the warrant dated May 2, 2022. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

From the minutes

“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to approve the warrant dated May 2, 2022. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Hutchinson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

MINUTES

Adjourn

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 3 present

Mr. Dwyer made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye.

From the minutes

“Mr. Dwyer made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Hutchinson seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion was approved unanimously with a roll call vote: Dwyer: Aye; Glass: Aye; Hutchinson: Aye..” (Motion: Dwyer, second: Hutchinson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

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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