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July 13, 2020
14 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not include Paul Glavey, who is counted absent.
Present: Cindy Napoli, Chuck DeCoste, Joe Knox, Matthew Nordhaus
Absent: Paul Glavey
Every vote, in order
37 SHATTUCK STREET, LITTLETON, MA 01460
Approve the language proposed for the amendment of H.3937 and to authorize the Town Administrator to submit the draft letter presented reflecting the Board's vote
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the language proposed for the amendment of H.3937 and to authorize the Town Administrator to submit the draft letter presented reflecting the Board's vote; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus ; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the language proposed for the amendment of H.3937 and to authorize the Town Administrator to submit the draft letter presented reflecting the Board's vote; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus ; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Nordhaus)
Joint vote with the Finance Committee: amend the FY20 Operating Budget per M.G.L. c. 44 §33B by transferring funds from/to various budget line items as outlined by the Director of Finance and...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board and Finance Committee vote to amend the FY20 Operating Budget per M.G.L. c. 44 §33B by transferring funds from/to various budget line items as outlined by the Director of Finance and Budget in a memorandum dated July 8, 2020, titled Year-end transfers; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board and Finance Committee vote to amend the FY20 Operating Budget per M.G.L. c. 44 §33B by transferring funds from/to various budget line items as outlined by the Director of Finance and Budget in a memorandum dated July 8, 2020, titled Year-end transfers; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Nordhaus)
The hearing for Udacha Inc d/b/a/ Fallon's Wine and Spirits liquor license to consider cancellation under M.G.L. c.138, §77, be opened
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the hearing for Udacha Inc d/b/a/ Fallon's Wine and Spirits liquor license to consider cancellation under M.G.L. c.138, §77, be opened; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the hearing for Udacha Inc d/b/a/ Fallon's Wine and Spirits liquor license to consider cancellation under M.G.L. c.138, §77, be opened; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Knox)
3. An opinion letter from Town Counsel, which was also contained in the January 13, 2020
Pursuant to M.G.L. c.138, §77, to continue the hearing for Udacha Inc d/b/a Fallon's Wine and Spirits to September 14, 2020, at 8PM, Room 103, Littleton Town Office building to consider...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c.138, §77, to continue the hearing for Udacha Inc d/b/a Fallon's Wine and Spirits to September 14, 2020, at 8PM, Room 103, Littleton Town Office building to consider cancellation of said liquor license; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c.138, §77, to continue the hearing for Udacha Inc d/b/a Fallon's Wine and Spirits to September 14, 2020, at 8PM, Room 103, Littleton Town Office building to consider cancellation of said liquor license; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Nordhaus)
1. Appointments
Appoint Lessia Shanjenko to a term on the Taxation Aid Committee, for a term expiring June 30, 2024
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Lessia Shanjenko to a term on the Taxation Aid Committee, for a term expiring June 30, 2024; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Lessia Shanjenko to a term on the Taxation Aid Committee, for a term expiring June 30, 2024; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Knox)
Appoint Joseph Laydon to the MART Advisory Board, for a one year term expiring June 30, 2021
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Joseph Laydon to the MART Advisory Board, for a one year term expiring June 30, 2021; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Joseph Laydon to the MART Advisory Board, for a one year term expiring June 30, 2021; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Nordhaus)
37 SHATTUCK STREET, LITTLETON, MA 01460
Appoint Nina Nazarian on the MAGIC for a one year term expiring June 30, 2021
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Nina Nazarian on the MAGIC for a one year term expiring June 30, 2021; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Nina Nazarian on the MAGIC for a one year term expiring June 30, 2021; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Nordhaus)
2. Park & Recreation Commission Elected Official - An email from Diane Cory, Town
Confirm the Conservation Commission appointment of Anna Mayor as an associate member of the Commission in accordance of the town by-laws
Chuck DeCoste made the motion to confirm the Conservation Commission appointment of Anna Mayor as an associate member of the Commission in accordance of the town by-laws; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion to confirm the Conservation Commission appointment of Anna Mayor as an associate member of the Commission in accordance of the town by-laws; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Nordhaus)
37 SHATTUCK STREET, LITTLETON, MA 01460
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Host Community Agreement Certification for Littleton Apothecary
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Host Community Agreement Certification for Littleton Apothecary; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 3 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
Yes: DeCoste, Knox, NapoliThe roll call does not list Matthew Nordhaus, who was at the meeting, so that member is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Host Community Agreement Certification for Littleton Apothecary; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 3 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Knox)
Authorize the Town Administrator to complete and sign the Municipal Response to the Cannabis Control Commission for G7 Lab
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to complete and sign the Municipal Response to the Cannabis Control Commission for G7 Lab. Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 3 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
Yes: DeCoste, Knox, NapoliThe roll call does not list Matthew Nordhaus, who was at the meeting, so that member is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to complete and sign the Municipal Response to the Cannabis Control Commission for G7 Lab. Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 3 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Accept the Helping Hand Mini Grant for GPS units in Elder and Human Services vans
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to accept the Helping Hand Mini Grant for GPS units in Elder and Human Services vans; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to accept the Helping Hand Mini Grant for GPS units in Elder and Human Services vans; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Nordhaus)
Approve the 9 Ayer Road Permit Soil Removal Permit
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the 9 Ayer Road Permit Soil Removal Permit; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the 9 Ayer Road Permit Soil Removal Permit; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Nordhaus)
Accept the regular meeting minutes of June 29, 2020
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board vote to accept the regular meeting minutes of June 29, 2020; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board vote to accept the regular meeting minutes of June 29, 2020; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Nordhaus)
Pursuant to MGL c.30A,§21 (a) (1), to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote pursuant to MGL c.30A,§21 (a) (1), to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual. The individual to be discussed in such executive session shall be notified in writing by the public body at least 48 hours prior to the proposed executive session; provided, however, that notification may be waived upon written agreement of the parties; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus ; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote pursuant to MGL c.30A,§21 (a) (1), to discuss the reputation, character, physical condition or mental health, rather than professional competence, of an individual, or to discuss the discipline or dismissal of, or complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee, staff member or individual. The individual to be discussed in such executive session shall be notified in writing by the public body at least 48 hours prior to the proposed executive session; provided, however, that notification may be waived upon written agreement of the parties; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus ; Motion passed 4 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Joe Knox, Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli - Aye..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Nordhaus)
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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