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August 9, 2021
17 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Chuck DeCoste, Paul Glavey, Matthew Nordhaus, Joe Knox, Cindy Napoli
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session, pursuant to MGL C.30A,§21(a), clause (6), consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property, since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the...
Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Select Board vote to enter into Executive Session, pursuant to MGL C.30A,§21(a), clause (6), consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property, since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Board, and to convene in open session thereafter; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 3 to 0. Roll call vote: Joe Knox Aye, Cindy Napoli Aye, Chuck DeCoste Aye.
Yes: DeCoste, Knox, NapoliThe roll call does not list Paul Glavey and Matthew Nordhaus, who were at the meeting, so they are left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Select Board vote to enter into Executive Session, pursuant to MGL C.30A,§21(a), clause (6), consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property, since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the Board, and to convene in open session thereafter; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 3 to 0. Roll call vote: Joe Knox Aye, Cindy Napoli Aye, Chuck DeCoste Aye..” (Motion: Napoli, second: Knox)
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In accordance with its policy on Solicitation and Acceptance of Monetary and Non-Monetary Gifts for Public Purpose, to approve donations to the Department of Elder & Human Services (EHS) from Ed's...
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, in accordance with its policy on Solicitation and Acceptance of Monetary and Non-Monetary Gifts for Public Purpose, to approve donations to the Department of Elder & Human Services (EHS) from Ed's Weenies in the amount of $529 for families in need and Kristen Grimes in the amount of $931.58 for TREAD; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, in accordance with its policy on Solicitation and Acceptance of Monetary and Non-Monetary Gifts for Public Purpose, to approve donations to the Department of Elder & Human Services (EHS) from Ed's Weenies in the amount of $529 for families in need and Kristen Grimes in the amount of $931.58 for TREAD; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Knox)
Adopt September as National Recover y Month by issuing the Proclamation which was read
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to adopt September as National Recover y Month by issuing the Proclamation which was read; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to adopt September as National Recover y Month by issuing the Proclamation which was read; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Napoli)
Pursuant to Article 9 of the June 12, 2021 Annual Town Meeting, to approve of a contract in the amount of $70,662.25 to Colonial Municipal Group of Plymouth, MA for the purchase of a 2022 Ford F...
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to Article 9 of the June 12, 2021 Annual Town Meeting, to approve of a contract in the amount of $70,662.25 to Colonial Municipal Group of Plymouth, MA for the purchase of a 2022 Ford F -750 and $99,800 to J.C Madigan, Inc. of Lancaster, MA for accessories for said vehicle; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to Article 9 of the June 12, 2021 Annual Town Meeting, to approve of a contract in the amount of $70,662.25 to Colonial Municipal Group of Plymouth, MA for the purchase of a 2022 Ford F -750 and $99,800 to J.C Madigan, Inc. of Lancaster, MA for accessories for said vehicle; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Glavey)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Green International Affiliates entitled "Agreement to Provide Engineering Services to the Town of Littleton, Massachusetts for the 25%...
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Green International Affiliates entitled "Agreement to Provide Engineering Services to the Town of Littleton, Massachusetts for the 25% Design Services for Route 119/Beaverbrook Roundabout, 2021."; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with Green International Affiliates entitled "Agreement to Provide Engineering Services to the Town of Littleton, Massachusetts for the 25% Design Services for Route 119/Beaverbrook Roundabout, 2021."; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Knox)
Approve the FY22 Road Maintenance Plan as presented by the Director of Public Works
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the FY22 Road Maintenance Plan as presented by the Director of Public Works; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the FY22 Road Maintenance Plan as presented by the Director of Public Works; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Napoli)
Pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A, to receive an unsolicited gift from the Amazon Delivery Station DK01 of $1,500 to be deposited into a special gift fund account to be used, without further...
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A, to receive an unsolicited gift from the Amazon Delivery Station DK01 of $1,500 to be deposited into a special gift fund account to be used, without further appropriation, by the Director of Parks, Recreation & Community Education towards costs to help support the PRCE department; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A, to receive an unsolicited gift from the Amazon Delivery Station DK01 of $1,500 to be deposited into a special gift fund account to be used, without further appropriation, by the Director of Parks, Recreation & Community Education towards costs to help support the PRCE department; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Glavey)
Pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A, to receive an unsolicited gift from the Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU), of $5,000 to be deposited into a special gift fund account to be used, without further...
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A, to receive an unsolicited gift from the Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU), of $5,000 to be deposited into a special gift fund account to be used, without further appropriation, by the Interim Fire Chief towards costs associated with Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) and Senior SAFE fire safety education programs of the Fire Department; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A, to receive an unsolicited gift from the Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU), of $5,000 to be deposited into a special gift fund account to be used, without further appropriation, by the Interim Fire Chief towards costs associated with Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) and Senior SAFE fire safety education programs of the Fire Department; Seconded by Joe Knox; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Knox)
Pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A, to receive an unsolicited gift from the Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU), of $5,000 to be deposited into a special account to be used, without further appropriation,...
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A, to receive an unsolicited gift from the Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU), of $5,000 to be deposited into a special account to be used, without further appropriation, by the Police Chief towards costs associated with senior citizen dinners, veterans breakfasts, anti-scam community training, departmental training for patrol and communications, and for full departmental meetings for awards and meals; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A, to receive an unsolicited gift from the Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU), of $5,000 to be deposited into a special account to be used, without further appropriation, by the Police Chief towards costs associated with senior citizen dinners, veterans breakfasts, anti-scam community training, departmental training for patrol and communications, and for full departmental meetings for awards and meals; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Napoli)
Appoint Chuck DeCoste and Joe Knox to represent the Board in negotiations with Collective relative to their proposal for a growth facility co-location with their existing operation and with Town...
Paul Glavey made the motion that the Select Board appoint Chuck DeCoste and Joe Knox to represent the Board in negotiations with Collective relative to their proposal for a growth facility co-location with their existing operation and with Town Couns el and Town Administrator providing guidance on the process; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
The minutes give the count as 4-0, but 5 members were at the meeting (Chuck DeCoste, Paul Glavey, Matthew Nordhaus, Joe Knox and Cindy Napoli). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Paul Glavey made the motion that the Select Board appoint Chuck DeCoste and Joe Knox to represent the Board in negotiations with Collective relative to their proposal for a growth facility co-location with their existing operation and with Town Couns el and Town Administrator providing guidance on the process; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Glavey, second: Napoli)
Pursuant to MGL C.39,§10, to call a special town meeting for Monday, October 25, 2021 at 7 PM in the Charles Forbes Kaye Gymnasium, Littleton Middle School, 55 Russell Street; with the warrant...
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.39,§10, to call a special town meeting for Monday, October 25, 2021 at 7 PM in the Charles Forbes Kaye Gymnasium, Littleton Middle School, 55 Russell Street; with the warrant therefor to open forthwith and close on Wednesday, September 14, 2021 at noon; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.39,§10, to call a special town meeting for Monday, October 25, 2021 at 7 PM in the Charles Forbes Kaye Gymnasium, Littleton Middle School, 55 Russell Street; with the warrant therefor to open forthwith and close on Wednesday, September 14, 2021 at noon; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Glavey)
Designate Anthony M. Ansaldi, Town Administrator as the Select Board's designee on the MBTA Advisory Board
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Board vote to designate Anthony M. Ansaldi, Town Administrator as the Select Board's designee on the MBTA Advisory Board; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Board vote to designate Anthony M. Ansaldi, Town Administrator as the Select Board's designee on the MBTA Advisory Board; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Napoli)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Third Amendment to Contract for Services between the Town of Littleton and Green International Affiliates, Inc. for engineering peer review services to...
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Third Amendment to Contract for Services between the Town of Littleton and Green International Affiliates, Inc. for engineering peer review services to the Planning Board; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Third Amendment to Contract for Services between the Town of Littleton and Green International Affiliates, Inc. for engineering peer review services to the Planning Board; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Napoli)
Approve the use of Town Offices parking at 37 Shattuck Street on Sunday, September 19, 2021 to park cars associated with the Littleton Road Race
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Board vote to approve the use of Town Offices parking at 37 Shattuck Street on Sunday, September 19, 2021 to park cars associated with the Littleton Road Race; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Board vote to approve the use of Town Offices parking at 37 Shattuck Street on Sunday, September 19, 2021 to park cars associated with the Littleton Road Race; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Napoli)
Schedule meetings on September 7, 13, 20 and 27 and October 4 and 18
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Board vote to schedule meetings on September 7, 13, 20 and 27 and October 4 and 18; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Board vote to schedule meetings on September 7, 13, 20 and 27 and October 4 and 18; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Napoli)
Approve the meeting minutes of July 1st, 8th, 12th, and 26th, 2021
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the meeting minutes of July 1st, 8th, 12th, and 26th, 2021; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the meeting minutes of July 1st, 8th, 12th, and 26th, 2021; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Napoli)
Adjourn
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Paul Glavey; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Glavey)
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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