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March 9, 2020
19 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not include Joe Knox, who is counted absent.
Present: Cindy Napoli, Chase Gerbig, Paul Glavey, Chuck DeCoste
Absent: Joe Knox
Every vote, in order
1. Executive Session
Pursuant to MGL c.30A,§21, (a) (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and (a) (6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real...
Chase made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote, pursuant to MGL c.30A,§21, (a) (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and (a) (6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body; and to convene in open session thereafter Seconded by Chuck; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call: Cindy Napoli Aye; Chuck DeCoste Aye; Paul Glavey Aye; Chase Gerbig Aye.
From the minutes
“Chase made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote, pursuant to MGL c.30A,§21, (a) (2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel and (a) (6) to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body; and to convene in open session thereafter Seconded by Chuck; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call: Cindy Napoli Aye; Chuck DeCoste Aye; Paul Glavey Aye; Chase Gerbig Aye..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: DeCoste)
3. Department/Board Updates
Appoint Mr. Derrick Camelo as Sargent for the Littleton Police Department
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board of Selectmen appoint Mr. Derrick Camelo as Sargent for the Littleton Police Department; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board of Selectmen appoint Mr. Derrick Camelo as Sargent for the Littleton Police Department; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: Glavey)
Approve the tree removal plan as presented
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board approve the tree removal plan as presented; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board approve the tree removal plan as presented; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: DeCoste)
4. Public Input/Members' Updates
Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14 to issue a Special License (also known as a 1-day liquor license) to the Rotary Club of Littleton for all alcoholic beverages (open bar) to be served on April 18,...
Chuck made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14 to issue a Special License (also known as a 1-day liquor license) to the Rotary Club of Littleton for all alcoholic beverages (open bar) to be served on April 18, 2020 during the Rotary Club's "Celebrate 50th Anniversary and Fund Raiser" event for the hours of 6:30 PM and 11:30 PM with details subject to review and approval by the Littleton Police Chief; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste: Motion passed to 3 to 0.
The minutes give the count as 3-0, but 4 members were at the meeting (Cindy Napoli, Chase Gerbig, Paul Glavey and Chuck DeCoste). Showing the count only. The minutes name Chuck DeCoste as both the mover and the seconder, so no seconder is shown.
From the minutes
“Chuck made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14 to issue a Special License (also known as a 1-day liquor license) to the Rotary Club of Littleton for all alcoholic beverages (open bar) to be served on April 18, 2020 during the Rotary Club's "Celebrate 50th Anniversary and Fund Raiser" event for the hours of 6:30 PM and 11:30 PM with details subject to review and approval by the Littleton Police Chief; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste: Motion passed to 3 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste)
6. MSBA Statement of Interest for Shaker Lane
Authorize the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts Building Authority the Statement of Interest Form that will be submitted to the MSBA by no later than Wednesday, April 8,2020 for the...
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to authorize the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts Building Authority the Statement of Interest Form that will be submitted to the MSBA by no later than Wednesday, April 8,2020 for the Shaker Lane School located at 35 Shaker Lane, Littleton, MA which describes and explains the deficiencies and priority category(s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future for MSBA Application Priorities which were provided; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to authorize the Superintendent to submit to the Massachusetts Building Authority the Statement of Interest Form that will be submitted to the MSBA by no later than Wednesday, April 8,2020 for the Shaker Lane School located at 35 Shaker Lane, Littleton, MA which describes and explains the deficiencies and priority category(s) for which an application may be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority in the future for MSBA Application Priorities which were provided; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: Glavey)
The Town Administrator be designated to sign any documentation representing the Board
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Town Administrator be designated to sign any documentation representing the Board; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Town Administrator be designated to sign any documentation representing the Board; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: DeCoste)
9. Approve FY21 Operating and Capital Budgets, Discuss Town Meeting Report with Director of
Accept the FY21 budget and warrant article update dated March 2, 2020 as outlined by the Director of Finance and Budget
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to accept the FY21 budget and warrant article update dated March 2, 2020 as outlined by the Director of Finance and Budget; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to accept the FY21 budget and warrant article update dated March 2, 2020 as outlined by the Director of Finance and Budget; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: DeCoste)
10. Continuation of Public Hearing pursuant to Selectmen's Regulations and
Re-open the continued Soil Removal Hearing relating to 64 Spectacle Pond Road
Paul Glavey made the motion the Board vote to re-open the continued Soil Removal Hearing relating to 64 Spectacle Pond Road; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 3 to 0.
The minutes give the count as 3-0, but 4 members were at the meeting (Cindy Napoli, Chase Gerbig, Paul Glavey and Chuck DeCoste). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Paul Glavey made the motion the Board vote to re-open the continued Soil Removal Hearing relating to 64 Spectacle Pond Road; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Glavey, second: DeCoste)
Continue the Soil Removal Public Hearing relating to 64 Spectacle Pond Road to Monday, March 23, 2020 at 8:00 PM to be held in Room 103 of 37 Shattuck Street, Littleton and authorize the work to...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion to continue the Soil Removal Public Hearing relating to 64 Spectacle Pond Road to Monday, March 23, 2020 at 8:00 PM to be held in Room 103 of 37 Shattuck Street, Littleton and authorize the work to progress upon consent of the designated Board member that the revised plan satisfies the Board's concerns regarding the berm; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion to continue the Soil Removal Public Hearing relating to 64 Spectacle Pond Road to Monday, March 23, 2020 at 8:00 PM to be held in Room 103 of 37 Shattuck Street, Littleton and authorize the work to progress upon consent of the designated Board member that the revised plan satisfies the Board's concerns regarding the berm; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Glavey)
11. May Town Meeting & May Town Election - Vote to insert articles on Town Meeting warrant & vote
Insert articles 1-18, 29, 30, 32, 35 and 36 of Version 7 on the Town Meeting Warrant
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to insert articles 1-18, 29, 30, 32, 35 and 36 of Version 7 on the Town Meeting Warrant; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to insert articles 1-18, 29, 30, 32, 35 and 36 of Version 7 on the Town Meeting Warrant; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: DeCoste)
13. Approve Development Agreement with proposed Community Care Collective
Sign the Development Agreement with Community Care Collective
Paul Glavey made the motion that the Board vote to sign the Development Agreement with Community Care Collective; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 3 to 0. Cindy abstained 10:36 PM 14.
Yes: DeCoste, Gerbig, GlaveyAbstained: Napoli
From the minutes
“Paul Glavey made the motion that the Board vote to sign the Development Agreement with Community Care Collective; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 3 to 0. Cindy abstained 10:36 PM 14..” (Motion: Glavey, second: DeCoste)
18. Town Administrator
Approve the Facilities Director Job Description and to appoint himself to serve on the screening committee
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to approve the Facilities Director Job Description and to appoint himself to serve on the screening committee; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to approve the Facilities Director Job Description and to appoint himself to serve on the screening committee; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: Glavey)
Authorize the Chair of the Board to sign the Housing Choice Designation Application
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to authorize the Chair of the Board to sign the Housing Choice Designation Application; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to authorize the Chair of the Board to sign the Housing Choice Designation Application; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: DeCoste)
Designate the Town Administrator as Marketing Agent as stated within the draft Deed Rider and to sign on behalf of the Town the Resale Price Certificate for 10 Dean Lane
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to designate the Town Administrator as Marketing Agent as stated within the draft Deed Rider and to sign on behalf of the Town the Resale Price Certificate for 10 Dean Lane; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to designate the Town Administrator as Marketing Agent as stated within the draft Deed Rider and to sign on behalf of the Town the Resale Price Certificate for 10 Dean Lane; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: Napoli)
Grant permission to enter Town of Littleton parcels identified in the letter to the Littleton Conservation Commission dated February 26, 2020 for the purpose of maintenance and clearing and to...
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board grant permission to enter Town of Littleton parcels identified in the letter to the Littleton Conservation Commission dated February 26, 2020 for the purpose of maintenance and clearing and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the included Permission Slip for Water Management Work; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board grant permission to enter Town of Littleton parcels identified in the letter to the Littleton Conservation Commission dated February 26, 2020 for the purpose of maintenance and clearing and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the included Permission Slip for Water Management Work; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: DeCoste)
Approve the joint request from KAD, Inc. and Maruti, Patel & Dave, Inc to reverse the previously approved All Alcohol Restaurant License Transfer; from Maruti, Patel & Dave, Inc; thus, returning...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board vote to approve the joint request from KAD, Inc. and Maruti, Patel & Dave, Inc to reverse the previously approved All Alcohol Restaurant License Transfer; from Maruti, Patel & Dave, Inc; thus, returning the license to Maruti, Patel & Dave, Inc. d/b/a Chip Shots Pub, Nikita H Patel license manager; for the premises located at 245 Ayer Road, Littleton, MA 01460 with hours of operation of 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM Monday through Sunday, pursuant to MGL Chapter 138, Section12; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board vote to approve the joint request from KAD, Inc. and Maruti, Patel & Dave, Inc to reverse the previously approved All Alcohol Restaurant License Transfer; from Maruti, Patel & Dave, Inc; thus, returning the license to Maruti, Patel & Dave, Inc. d/b/a Chip Shots Pub, Nikita H Patel license manager; for the premises located at 245 Ayer Road, Littleton, MA 01460 with hours of operation of 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM Monday through Sunday, pursuant to MGL Chapter 138, Section12; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Glavey)
Approve the amended annual report front and back covers as selected
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to approve the amended annual report front and back covers as selected; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board vote to approve the amended annual report front and back covers as selected; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: Glavey)
19. Minutes
Approve the amended regular session meeting minutes of February 24, 2020
Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to approve the amended regular session meeting minutes of February 24, 2020; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to approve the amended regular session meeting minutes of February 24, 2020; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, second: DeCoste)
Adjourn
Chase Gerbig made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chase Gerbig made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Gerbig, 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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