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Littleton Select Board · 2022–2023 Board · Regular meeting

May 9, 2022

16 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli, Mark Rambacher, Gary Wilson

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Elect Matthew Nordhaus Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately

Minutes, page 1

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Matthew Nordhaus Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Matthew Nordhaus Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Napoli, second: Wilson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Elect Gary Wilson Vice Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately

Minutes, page 1

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Gary Wilson Vice Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Gary Wilson Vice Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Napoli, second: DeCoste)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Elect Chuck DeCoste as Clerk of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately

Minutes, page 1

AppointPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Chuck DeCoste as Clerk of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Cindy Napoli made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Chuck DeCoste as Clerk of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Napoli, second: Wilson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

The Proclamation for Mental Health awareness Month in Littleton be approved

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Proclamation for Mental Health awareness Month in Littleton be approved; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Proclamation for Mental Health awareness Month in Littleton be approved; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A and per its policy on Solicitation and Acceptance of Monetary and Non-Monetary Gifts for Public Purpose, to accept a donation to the Department of Elder & Human Services...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A and per its policy on Solicitation and Acceptance of Monetary and Non-Monetary Gifts for Public Purpose, to accept a donation to the Department of Elder & Human Services (EHS) EHS/COA $748.59 from Kristen M. Grimes for the TREAD Fund; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A and per its policy on Solicitation and Acceptance of Monetary and Non-Monetary Gifts for Public Purpose, to accept a donation to the Department of Elder & Human Services (EHS) EHS/COA $748.59 from Kristen M. Grimes for the TREAD Fund; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the Veteran's Agent request for a Memorial Day Parade on May 30, 2022

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Veteran's Agent request for a Memorial Day Parade on May 30, 2022; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Veteran's Agent request for a Memorial Day Parade on May 30, 2022; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the FY2023 Pavement Management Plan

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the FY2023 Pavement Management Plan; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the FY2023 Pavement Management Plan; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Wilson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the application of Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza of Littleton, LLC, d/b/a Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza at 201 Constitution Ave - The Point, for a change of manager from Michael Robert Helvitz...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the application of Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza of Littleton, LLC, d/b/a Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza at 201 Constitution Ave - The Point, for a change of manager from Michael Robert Helvitz to Steven Griffin for its all alcohol restaurant license under MGL C.138, §12; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the application of Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza of Littleton, LLC, d/b/a Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza at 201 Constitution Ave - The Point, for a change of manager from Michael Robert Helvitz to Steven Griffin for its all alcohol restaurant license under MGL C.138, §12; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Schedule a public hearing on May 23, 2022 to continue discussion of 12 Robinson Road

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to schedule a public hearing on May 23, 2022 to continue discussion of 12 Robinson Road; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to schedule a public hearing on May 23, 2022 to continue discussion of 12 Robinson Road; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Wilson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Select Board vote to schedule regular meetings on May 9 and 23, June 13 and 27, July 11 and 25 and August 8 and 22, 2022

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that Select Board vote to schedule regular meetings on May 9 and 23, June 13 and 27, July 11 and 25 and August 8 and 22, 2022; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that Select Board vote to schedule regular meetings on May 9 and 23, June 13 and 27, July 11 and 25 and August 8 and 22, 2022; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve Memorandum of Agreement/ Side Letter Agreement with AFSCME, Council 93, Local 1703 (Littleton Highway Department)

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve Memorandum of Agreement/ Side Letter Agreement with AFSCME, Council 93, Local 1703 (Littleton Highway Department); Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve Memorandum of Agreement/ Side Letter Agreement with AFSCME, Council 93, Local 1703 (Littleton Highway Department); Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Authorize the Town Administrator to re-advertise the Nagog Hill Orchard Request for Proposal for a period of time to be determined by Town Counsel

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to re-advertise the Nagog Hill Orchard Request for Proposal for a period of time to be determined by Town Counsel; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to re-advertise the Nagog Hill Orchard Request for Proposal for a period of time to be determined by Town Counsel; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Wilson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Approve the job description for the Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Coordinator and authorize posting of the positions

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 4–1

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board approve the job description for the Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Coordinator and authorize posting of the positions; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 1. Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli and Mark Rambacher - Aye; Gary Wilson - Nay.

Yes: DeCoste, Napoli, Nordhaus, RambacherNo: Wilson

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Board approve the job description for the Public Health Nurse and the Public Health Coordinator and authorize posting of the positions; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 1. Chuck DeCoste, Matthew Nordhaus, Cindy Napoli and Mark Rambacher - Aye; Gary Wilson - Nay..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

3. HR Director Vibert noted the candidate has worked for the town for 6 years and has experience

Allow Aleesha Nunley Benjamin, Finance Director/CFO/Town Accountant to hire an internal candidate at Grade 10 Step 5 for the position of Assistant Town Treasurer/Collector/Payroll Manager

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to allow Aleesha Nunley Benjamin, Finance Director/CFO/Town Accountant to hire an internal candidate at Grade 10 Step 5 for the position of Assistant Town Treasurer/Collector/Payroll Manager; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to allow Aleesha Nunley Benjamin, Finance Director/CFO/Town Accountant to hire an internal candidate at Grade 10 Step 5 for the position of Assistant Town Treasurer/Collector/Payroll Manager; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Wilson)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Approve the minutes of April 25, 2022 including the inclusion of meeting exhibits

Minutes, page 9

Approve minutesPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion to approve the minutes of April 25, 2022 including the inclusion of meeting exhibits; Seconded by Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion to approve the minutes of April 25, 2022 including the inclusion of meeting exhibits; Seconded by Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Adjourn

Minutes, page 9

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Chuck DeCoste made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Chuck DeCoste made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

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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