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December 3, 2018
10 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Paul Glavey, Joe Knox, Cindy Napoli, Chuck DeCoste, Chase Gerbig
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Chase Gerbig arrived after the meeting began (the minutes note: “joined at 6:45PM”).
Every vote, in order
DEPARTMENT UPDATES
Appoint Shawn M. Lefebvre of Chelmsford, MA as reserve patrol officer for the Littleton Police Department
On the motion made by Cindi Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCoste, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Shawn M. Lefebvre of Chelmsford, MA as reserve patrol officer for the Littleton Police Department.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Cindi Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCoste, it was unanimously VOTED to appoint Shawn M. Lefebvre of Chelmsford, MA as reserve patrol officer for the Littleton Police Department..” (Motion: Napoli, second: DeCoste)
Receive a gift, in accordance with the Littleton Planning Board's Policy on Traffic & Pedestrian Mitigation, from Town Faire Tire of $2,900 to be deposited into a special gift fund account to be...
On the motion made by Cindi Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCost, it was unanimously VOTED to receive a gift, in accordance with the Littleton Planning Board's Policy on Traffic & Pedestrian Mitigation, from Town Faire Tire of $2,900 to be deposited into a special gift fund account to be used, without further appropriation, by the Director of Public Works used solely for traffic, pedestrian, and safety improvements.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Cindi Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCost, it was unanimously VOTED to receive a gift, in accordance with the Littleton Planning Board's Policy on Traffic & Pedestrian Mitigation, from Town Faire Tire of $2,900 to be deposited into a special gift fund account to be used, without further appropriation, by the Director of Public Works used solely for traffic, pedestrian, and safety improvements..” (Motion: Napoli, second: DeCoste)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve the November 5th and November 19th, 2018 as amended
On the motion made by Cindi Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCoste, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the November 5th and November 19th, 2018 as amended.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Cindi Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCoste, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the November 5th and November 19th, 2018 as amended..” (Motion: Napoli, second: DeCoste)
INTERIM TOWN ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
Approve the annual renewal of all licenses, with the exception of Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza and Miller Automotive, as printed in the meeting notice addendum, for calendar year 2019 contingent...
On the motion made by Chase Gerbig and seconded by Joseph Knox, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the annual renewal of all licenses, with the exception of Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza and Miller Automotive, as printed in the meeting notice addendum, for calendar year 2019 contingent upon submission of all required documents, fees and payments of municipal charges and satisfactory inspections.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Chase Gerbig and seconded by Joseph Knox, it was unanimously VOTED to approve the annual renewal of all licenses, with the exception of Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza and Miller Automotive, as printed in the meeting notice addendum, for calendar year 2019 contingent upon submission of all required documents, fees and payments of municipal charges and satisfactory inspections..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: Knox)
PARK& RECREATION COMMISSION
Receive the notice given by the remaining members of the Park and Recreation Commission of the vacancy on said board created by the resignation of Michael Crory effective November 12, 2018; and...
On the motion made by Cindi Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCoste, it was unanimously VOTED to receive the notice given by the remaining members of the Park and Recreation Commission of the vacancy on said board created by the resignation of Michael Crory effective November 12, 2018; and further, to give notice to said remaining members that the Board of Selectmen shall convene a joint meeting with the intent to fill said vacancy through the May 2019 Annual Town Election by joint appointment to be made on Monday, January 14, 2019 at 7:00 PM; and, further, to invite qualified registered voters of the Town of Littleton to apply for said appointment and to be interviewed at said joint meeting. JOINT MEETING W/BOARD OF SELECTMEN & HOUSING AUTHORITY: VOTE TO FILL TENANT VACANCY The Board of Selectmen met with the remaining members of the Littleton Housing Authority board to fill the tenant vacancy in accordance with MGL C.121B, §§5- 5A. Littleton Housing Authority members in attendance were Gino Frattallone, Harvey Bartlett and Selectmen Chuck DeCoste. There was one application received submitted by Sonja M. Lodge. Ms. Lodge was present to introduce herself to both boards and she confirmed that she is a resident of Pine Tree Park.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Cindi Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCoste, it was unanimously VOTED to receive the notice given by the remaining members of the Park and Recreation Commission of the vacancy on said board created by the resignation of Michael Crory effective November 12, 2018; and further, to give notice to said remaining members that the Board of Selectmen shall convene a joint meeting with the intent to fill said vacancy through the May 2019 Annual Town Election by joint appointment to be made on Monday, January 14, 2019 at 7:00 PM; and, further, to invite qualified registered voters of the Town of Littleton to apply for said appointment and to be interviewed at said joint meeting. JOINT MEETING W/BOARD OF SELECTMEN & HOUSING AUTHORITY: VOTE TO FILL TENANT VACANCY The Board of Selectmen met with the remaining members of the Littleton Housing Authority board to fill the tenant vacancy in accordance with MGL C.121B, §§5- 5A. Littleton Housing Authority members in attendance were Gino Frattallone, Harvey Bartlett and Selectmen Chuck DeCoste. There was one application received submitted by Sonja M. Lodge. Ms. Lodge was present to introduce herself to both boards and she confirmed that she is a resident of Pine Tree Park..” (Motion: Napoli, second: DeCoste)
TENANT VACANCY
Joint vote with the Littleton Housing Authority: appoint LHA tenant Sonya Lodge to fill a vacancy on the Housing Authority board for a term expiring May 2020 or until a new member is qualified...
On the motion made by Gino Frattallone and seconded by Barlett Harvey, it was unanimously VOTED by Board of Selectmen and the remaining members of the Littleton Housing Authority to appoint LHA tenant Sonya Lodge to fill a vacancy on the Housing Authority board for a term expiring May 2020 or until a new member is qualified under regulations issued by the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), whichever comes first.
The motion was made by Gino Frattallone, who is not a Select Board member. It was seconded by Barlett Harvey, who is not a Select Board member.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Gino Frattallone and seconded by Barlett Harvey, it was unanimously VOTED by Board of Selectmen and the remaining members of the Littleton Housing Authority to appoint LHA tenant Sonya Lodge to fill a vacancy on the Housing Authority board for a term expiring May 2020 or until a new member is qualified under regulations issued by the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), whichever comes first..”
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR SELECTION COMMITTEE UPDATE
Enter into a lease agreement with the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6556 effective November 29, 2018 through November 29, 2023 subject to annual appropriation
On the motion made by Cindy Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCoste, it was unanimously VOTED to enter into a lease agreement with the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6556 effective November 29, 2018 through November 29, 2023 subject to annual appropriation.
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Cindy Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCoste, it was unanimously VOTED to enter into a lease agreement with the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6556 effective November 29, 2018 through November 29, 2023 subject to annual appropriation..” (Motion: Napoli, second: DeCoste)
MEETING SCHEDULE
Schedule the following Board of Selectmen's regular meetings for the dates indicated at 6:30 PM in Room 103 Shattuck Street Building: January 14 and 28, 2019 February 11 and 25, 2019 March 11 and...
MEETING SCHEDULE: On the motion made Cindy Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCoste, it was unanimously VOTED to schedule the following Board of Selectmen's regular meetings for the dates indicated at 6:30 PM in Room 103 Shattuck Street Building: January 14 and 28, 2019 February 11 and 25, 2019 March 11 and 25, 2019 April 8 and 22, 2019 May 13 and 20, 2019 EXECUTIVE SESSION:
From the minutes
“MEETING SCHEDULE: On the motion made Cindy Napoli and seconded by Chuck DeCoste, it was unanimously VOTED to schedule the following Board of Selectmen's regular meetings for the dates indicated at 6:30 PM in Room 103 Shattuck Street Building: January 14 and 28, 2019 February 11 and 25, 2019 March 11 and 25, 2019 April 8 and 22, 2019 May 13 and 20, 2019 EXECUTIVE SESSION:.” (Motion: Napoli, second: DeCoste)
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Pursuant to MGL chapt 30A §21, (a), clauses 3 to convene in executive session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation, since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating...
On the motion made by Chuck DeCoste and seconded by Cindi Napoli, it was unanimously VOTED pursuant to MGL chapt 30A §21, (a), clauses 3 to convene in executive session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation, since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the board relative to Nagog Pond; and not convene in open session thereafter. ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Napoli -Aye, C. Gerbig -Aye, J. Knox -Aye, C. DeCoste -Aye and P. Glavey - Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Chuck DeCoste and seconded by Cindi Napoli, it was unanimously VOTED pursuant to MGL chapt 30A §21, (a), clauses 3 to convene in executive session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation, since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the board relative to Nagog Pond; and not convene in open session thereafter. ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Napoli -Aye, C. Gerbig -Aye, J. Knox -Aye, C. DeCoste -Aye and P. Glavey - Aye.” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Pursuant to MGL chapt 30A §21, subsection (a) (2) , clauses 3 to convene in executive session to discuss strategy with respect to contract negotiation litigation with nonunion personnel and not...
On the motion made by Chuck DeCoste and seconded by Cindi Napoli, it was unanimously VOTED pursuant to MGL chapt 30A §21, subsection (a) (2) , clauses 3 to convene in executive session to discuss strategy with respect to contract negotiation litigation with nonunion personnel and not convene in open session thereafter. ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Napoli -Aye, C. Gerbig -Aye, J. Knox -Aye, C. DeCoste -Aye and P. Glavey - Aye
From the minutes
“On the motion made by Chuck DeCoste and seconded by Cindi Napoli, it was unanimously VOTED pursuant to MGL chapt 30A §21, subsection (a) (2) , clauses 3 to convene in executive session to discuss strategy with respect to contract negotiation litigation with nonunion personnel and not convene in open session thereafter. ROLL CALL VOTE: C. Napoli -Aye, C. Gerbig -Aye, J. Knox -Aye, C. DeCoste -Aye and P. Glavey - Aye.” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
From the Littleton Select Board’s official minutes: 2018 to 2022 from the town’s Laserfiche records portal (Meeting Minutes > Select Board) and 2022 on from 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: Town of Littleton, “Meet Your Select Board” page on the town website. Cropped by MassVoter. Former members show initials.
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