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April 22, 2019
16 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Paul Glavey, Joe Knox, Chase Gerbig, Chuck DeCoste, Cindy Napoli
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Cindy Napoli arrived after the meeting began (the minutes note: “6:40PM Clerk Cindy Napoli”).
Every vote, in order
2. Department Updates
Approve the request to change one of the Outreach Worker positions to an Assistant Director of Elder & Human Services. The Personnel Board had previously voted to approve this request on March 7, 2019
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board of Selectmen approve the request to change one of the Outreach Worker positions to an Assistant Director of Elder & Human Services. The Personnel Board had previously voted to approve this request on March 7, 2019; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 4 to 0.
Yes: DeCoste, Gerbig, Glavey, KnoxThe minutes say Cindy Napoli arrived after the meeting began (“6:40PM Clerk Cindy Napoli”); the count (4-0) matches the 4 other members present, who are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board of Selectmen approve the request to change one of the Outreach Worker positions to an Assistant Director of Elder & Human Services. The Personnel Board had previously voted to approve this request on March 7, 2019; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Knox)
Authorize the chair to sign the revised contract with Nina Nazarian and rescind the contract signed on March 11, 2019
Chase made the motion that the Board authorize the chair to sign the revised contract with Nina Nazarian and rescind the contract signed on March 11, 2019; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase made the motion that the Board authorize the chair to sign the revised contract with Nina Nazarian and rescind the contract signed on March 11, 2019; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: DeCoste)
Close the public hearing
Joe Knox made the motion to close the public hearing; seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Joe Knox made the motion to close the public hearing; seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Knox, second: Napoli)
Pursuant to MGL C.140,§183A, to approve the application of CHEUNG SING, INC., Sharon Liu, Manager, d/b/a TAKA, at 602 Constitution Avenue, Littleton, MA; for an annual entertainment license,...
Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote, pursuant to MGL C.140,§183A, to approve the application of CHEUNG SING, INC., Sharon Liu, Manager, d/b/a TAKA, at 602 Constitution Avenue, Littleton, MA; for an annual entertainment license, expiring on December 31, 2019, to allow live entertainment and recorded music performances and dancing by patrons on the premises in the TAKA BAR throughout the year and on the patio during the months of May through October within the hours of Entertainment being Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste: Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote, pursuant to MGL C.140,§183A, to approve the application of CHEUNG SING, INC., Sharon Liu, Manager, d/b/a TAKA, at 602 Constitution Avenue, Littleton, MA; for an annual entertainment license, expiring on December 31, 2019, to allow live entertainment and recorded music performances and dancing by patrons on the premises in the TAKA BAR throughout the year and on the patio during the months of May through October within the hours of Entertainment being Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste: Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Napoli, second: DeCoste)
5. Public Hearing: Transfer of an All Alcohol Restaurant License - Littleton Restaurant
Close the public hearing
Chuck DeCoste made the motion to close the public hearing; seconded by Chase Gerbig; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion to close the public hearing; seconded by Chase Gerbig; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Gerbig)
Approve the application of Littleton Restaurant Group, Inc., Alvin Wong, Manager, d/b/a Orchid Blossom for 584 King Street, to transfer an all alcoholic restaurant license under MGL C.138, §12...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to approve the application of Littleton Restaurant Group, Inc., Alvin Wong, Manager, d/b/a Orchid Blossom for 584 King Street, to transfer an all alcoholic restaurant license under MGL C.138, §12 from The Yangtze River at 584 King St., Inc. d/b/a Yangtze River to the Littleton Restaurant Group, Inc., d/b/a Orchid Blossom 584 King St., for the sale of all alcoholic beverages Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM at the premises (current configuration) described as a two story building approximately 8767 sq. ft. consisting of a one story restaurant with 180 seats, two service rooms, one kitchen, three storage areas and two bathrooms; with a (proposed configuration) of the same square footage and capacity; but with 131 seats in restaurant section and 49 seats in the lounge area. The issuance of said license is subject to ABCC approval, and passing all local inspections; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to approve the application of Littleton Restaurant Group, Inc., Alvin Wong, Manager, d/b/a Orchid Blossom for 584 King Street, to transfer an all alcoholic restaurant license under MGL C.138, §12 from The Yangtze River at 584 King St., Inc. d/b/a Yangtze River to the Littleton Restaurant Group, Inc., d/b/a Orchid Blossom 584 King St., for the sale of all alcoholic beverages Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM at the premises (current configuration) described as a two story building approximately 8767 sq. ft. consisting of a one story restaurant with 180 seats, two service rooms, one kitchen, three storage areas and two bathrooms; with a (proposed configuration) of the same square footage and capacity; but with 131 seats in restaurant section and 49 seats in the lounge area. The issuance of said license is subject to ABCC approval, and passing all local inspections; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Close the hearing
Chuck DeCoste made the motion to close the hearing; Seconded by Chase Gerbig; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion to close the hearing; Seconded by Chase Gerbig; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Gerbig)
Approve the application of Littleton Restaurant Group, Inc., Alvin Wong, Manager, d/b/a Orchid Blossom for 584 King Street for a Common Victualler license under MGL C.140,§6, Monday through...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board approve the application of Littleton Restaurant Group, Inc., Alvin Wong, Manager, d/b/a Orchid Blossom for 584 King Street for a Common Victualler license under MGL C.140,§6, Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM subject to passing all local inspections; seconded by Cindy Napoli;: Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board approve the application of Littleton Restaurant Group, Inc., Alvin Wong, Manager, d/b/a Orchid Blossom for 584 King Street for a Common Victualler license under MGL C.140,§6, Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM, and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM subject to passing all local inspections; seconded by Cindy Napoli;: Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Public Hearing: Transfer of an All Alcohol Restaurant License - Littleton Restaurant
Salut is an establishment with a wine bar and specialty retail store; location will be next to O'Neil Cinema; 67 employees who will be TIPS certified; June or July opening date is anticipated. Chief Pinard and Paul Glavey indicated that they want to make sure the employees are fully trained in alcoholic serving or selling; Chief Wodzinski wants to make sure there is a plan for crowd control; Joe wants to ensure Motion was made by Chase Gerbig to close the All Alcohol Restaurant license hearing; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Salut is an establishment with a wine bar and specialty retail store; location will be next to O'Neil Cinema; 67 employees who will be TIPS certified; June or July opening date is anticipated. Chief Pinard and Paul Glavey indicated that they want to make sure the employees are fully trained in alcoholic serving or selling; Chief Wodzinski wants to make sure there is a plan for crowd control; Joe wants to ensure Motion was made by Chase Gerbig to close the All Alcohol Restaurant license hearing; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: Knox)
Approve the New All Alcohol License for Salut!, Debra Carlson Manager, d/b/a Salut! for 1204 Constitution Ave for: (1) an all alcoholic restaurant license under MGL C.138, §12 for the sale of all...
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to approve the New All Alcohol License for Salut!, Debra Carlson Manager, d/b/a Salut! for 1204 Constitution Ave for: (1) an all alcoholic restaurant license under MGL C.138, §12 for the sale of all alcoholic beverages (Wine Bar) Monday closed for this application; Tuesday through Thursday 4:00PM to 12:00 AM, Friday 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM, Saturday 2:00 PM to 1:00AM, and for private events Monday 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Sunday from 2PM to 7PM at premises described as 1710 sq. ft. of the 2210 sq. ft. (designated as L3-3 The Point site plan); with proposed open space bar and table seating, 2 restrooms (including 1 handicap) and storage/kitchen; including approximately 300 sq. ft. outdoor seating area sectioned off by planters; access between the restaurant and retail space will be open only during the retail store's operating hours; issuance of said license is subject to ABCC approval, and passing all local inspections; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to approve the New All Alcohol License for Salut!, Debra Carlson Manager, d/b/a Salut! for 1204 Constitution Ave for: (1) an all alcoholic restaurant license under MGL C.138, §12 for the sale of all alcoholic beverages (Wine Bar) Monday closed for this application; Tuesday through Thursday 4:00PM to 12:00 AM, Friday 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM, Saturday 2:00 PM to 1:00AM, and for private events Monday 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Sunday from 2PM to 7PM at premises described as 1710 sq. ft. of the 2210 sq. ft. (designated as L3-3 The Point site plan); with proposed open space bar and table seating, 2 restrooms (including 1 handicap) and storage/kitchen; including approximately 300 sq. ft. outdoor seating area sectioned off by planters; access between the restaurant and retail space will be open only during the retail store's operating hours; issuance of said license is subject to ABCC approval, and passing all local inspections; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: DeCoste)
Approve pursuant to MGL C.138, §15 for a Wine & Malt package store license for the hours of Tuesday through Saturday 10 AM - 7 PM and Sunday 2 PM - 5 PM
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to approve pursuant to MGL C.138, §15 for a Wine & Malt package store license for the hours of Tuesday through Saturday 10 AM - 7 PM and Sunday 2 PM - 5 PM; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to approve pursuant to MGL C.138, §15 for a Wine & Malt package store license for the hours of Tuesday through Saturday 10 AM - 7 PM and Sunday 2 PM - 5 PM; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: Napoli)
Approve a Common Victualler license under MGL C.140,§6 license for the restaurant (Wine Bar) premises; issuance of said license is subject to passing all local inspections
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to approve a Common Victualler license under MGL C.140,§6 license for the restaurant (Wine Bar) premises; issuance of said license is subject to passing all local inspections; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to approve a Common Victualler license under MGL C.140,§6 license for the restaurant (Wine Bar) premises; issuance of said license is subject to passing all local inspections; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: Napoli)
Approve pursuant to MGL C.140,§183A, to approve an Annual Entertainment license as, to allow family-friendly live entertainment in the form of acoustic artists and small live bands such as jazz...
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to approve pursuant to MGL C.140,§183A, to approve an Annual Entertainment license as, to allow family-friendly live entertainment in the form of acoustic artists and small live bands such as jazz groups, local acapella groups, karaoke and occasional stand-up comics; as well as recorded music and two televisions. Live performances would be Thursday 9:00 PM to 11:30 PM, Friday and Saturday 9:00 PM to 12:30 AM and Sunday 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM; with potential additional hours for private events Monday 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 AM to regular closing hours of the Salut! Wine Bar; issuance of said license is subject to passing all local inspections; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to approve pursuant to MGL C.140,§183A, to approve an Annual Entertainment license as, to allow family-friendly live entertainment in the form of acoustic artists and small live bands such as jazz groups, local acapella groups, karaoke and occasional stand-up comics; as well as recorded music and two televisions. Live performances would be Thursday 9:00 PM to 11:30 PM, Friday and Saturday 9:00 PM to 12:30 AM and Sunday 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM; with potential additional hours for private events Monday 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 AM to regular closing hours of the Salut! Wine Bar; issuance of said license is subject to passing all local inspections; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: Knox)
7. Marijuana Licensing Working Group - Request for Information (RFI)
Approve the RFI for retail and non-retail marijuana establishments prepared by the Marijuana Task Force, as amended by the Board of Selectmen on April 22, 2019 and subject to final edits by town...
Cindy made the motion that the Board vote to approve the RFI for retail and non-retail marijuana establishments prepared by the Marijuana Task Force, as amended by the Board of Selectmen on April 22, 2019 and subject to final edits by town counsel, and direct that those documents be posted in a designated area on the town's website as part of the RFI process for both retail and non-retail marijuana establishments no later than Friday, April 26, 2019; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste: Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Cindy made the motion that the Board vote to approve the RFI for retail and non-retail marijuana establishments prepared by the Marijuana Task Force, as amended by the Board of Selectmen on April 22, 2019 and subject to final edits by town counsel, and direct that those documents be posted in a designated area on the town's website as part of the RFI process for both retail and non-retail marijuana establishments no later than Friday, April 26, 2019; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste: Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Napoli, second: DeCoste)
9. Minutes
Approve the meeting minutes of April 8, 2019 as written
Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to approve the meeting minutes of April 8, 2019 as written; Seconded by Joe Knox ; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to approve the meeting minutes of April 8, 2019 as written; Seconded by Joe Knox ; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Napoli, second: Knox)
10. Executive Session - Value of Land / Litigation Strategy - Couper Farm
Of Selection go into Executive Session and not to reconvene thereafter
Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Board of Selection go into Executive Session and not to reconvene thereafter; seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Board of Selection go into Executive Session and not to reconvene thereafter; seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Napoli, second: DeCoste)
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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