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July 11, 2022
11 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Matthew Nordhaus, Gary Wilson, Chuck DeCoste, Cindy Napoli, Mark Rambacher
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Select =Board vote to enter into Executive Session M.G.L. Ch. 30A, § 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that Select =Board vote to enter into Executive Session M.G.L. Ch. 30A, § 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel and reconvene in open session; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Roll Call Vote: Mark Rambacher Aye, Chuck DeCoste Aye; Gary Wilson Aye; Cindy Napoli Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that Select =Board vote to enter into Executive Session M.G.L. Ch. 30A, § 21 (a)(2) to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel and reconvene in open session; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Roll Call Vote: Mark Rambacher Aye, Chuck DeCoste Aye; Gary Wilson Aye; Cindy Napoli Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Appoint Mr. James Ferreira, Ms. Danielle Nicolo and Mr. Warren O'Brien, as reserve police officers
A. Police Department - Police Officer Reserve Appointments Deputy Chief Jeff Patterson Included in the Board's packet was a memorandum from Chief Pinard recommending James Ferreira, Danielle Nicolo and Warren O'Brien for appointments as Reserve Police Officers. Deputy Chief Patterson introduced the appointees, each of whom spoke briefly of their police history. Chuck DeCoste the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Mr. James Ferreira, Ms. Danielle Nicolo and Mr. Warren O'Brien, as reserve police officers; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A. Police Department - Police Officer Reserve Appointments Deputy Chief Jeff Patterson Included in the Board's packet was a memorandum from Chief Pinard recommending James Ferreira, Danielle Nicolo and Warren O'Brien for appointments as Reserve Police Officers. Deputy Chief Patterson introduced the appointees, each of whom spoke briefly of their police history. Chuck DeCoste the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Mr. James Ferreira, Ms. Danielle Nicolo and Mr. Warren O'Brien, as reserve police officers; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (second: Napoli)
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...
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) from Ed's Weenies, in the amount of $608 for assistance for Littleton families in need; 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) from Ed's Weenies, in the amount of $608 for assistance for Littleton families in need; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
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 Reuben Hoar Library from the Helen G....
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 Reuben Hoar Library from the Helen G. Hauben Foundation, in the amount of $3,000. Said funds will be allocated $1,000 to the children's area, $1,000 to new adult books and $1,000 towards general operation and infrastructure needs; 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 Reuben Hoar Library from the Helen G. Hauben Foundation, in the amount of $3,000. Said funds will be allocated $1,000 to the children's area, $1,000 to new adult books and $1,000 towards general operation and infrastructure needs; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Grant the authority to the Police Chief and the Town Clerk to provide sufficient police officers for early voting and primary elections
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board grant the authority to the Police Chief and the Town Clerk to provide sufficient police officers for early voting and primary elections; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board grant the authority to the Police Chief and the Town Clerk to provide sufficient police officers for early voting and primary elections; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Appoint Brian Tarbox for a two- year term on the Finance Committee, expiring June 30, 2024
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Brian Tarbox for a two- year term on the Finance Committee, expiring June 30, 2024; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Brian Tarbox for a two- year term on the Finance Committee, expiring June 30, 2024; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Reduce the number of members on the Sustainability Committee to 7 seats and further suggest that the Sustainability Committee recommend staggered terms for said members to the Select Board to be...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to reduce the number of members on the Sustainability Committee to 7 seats and further suggest that the Sustainability Committee recommend staggered terms for said members to the Select Board to be voted on at the July 25, 2022 Select Board meeting; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to reduce the number of members on the Sustainability Committee to 7 seats and further suggest that the Sustainability Committee recommend staggered terms for said members to the Select Board to be voted on at the July 25, 2022 Select Board meeting; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Ratify the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Littleton and The Littleton Professional Firefighters Association, International Association of Firefighters, Local 4599 for a period...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to ratify the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Littleton and The Littleton Professional Firefighters Association, International Association of Firefighters, Local 4599 for a period covering July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to ratify the Memorandum of Agreement between the Town of Littleton and The Littleton Professional Firefighters Association, International Association of Firefighters, Local 4599 for a period covering July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Approve the Host Community Agreement (HCA) between the Town of Littleton and MRM Industries, LLC to operate a Marijuana Product Manufacturer at 160 Ayer Road, Units 1 and 2, Littleton, Massachusetts
Chuck made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Host Community Agreement (HCA) between the Town of Littleton and MRM Industries, LLC to operate a Marijuana Product Manufacturer at 160 Ayer Road, Units 1 and 2, Littleton, Massachusetts; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
Yes: DeCoste, Napoli, Rambacher, WilsonThe minutes say Matthew Nordhaus stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Chuck made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Host Community Agreement (HCA) between the Town of Littleton and MRM Industries, LLC to operate a Marijuana Product Manufacturer at 160 Ayer Road, Units 1 and 2, Littleton, Massachusetts; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Approve the amended meeting minutes of June 13 and the minutes of June 27, 2022 contingent on the inclusion of the listing of meeting exhibits
Chuck made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the amended meeting minutes of June 13 and the minutes of June 27, 2022 contingent on the inclusion of the listing of meeting exhibits; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the amended meeting minutes of June 13 and the minutes of June 27, 2022 contingent on the inclusion of the listing of meeting exhibits; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Wilson)
Adjourn
Chuck made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Wilson)
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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