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September 12, 2022
20 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not include Gary Wilson, who is counted absent.
Present: Matthew Nordhaus, Chuck DeCoste, Cindy Napoli, Mark Rambacher
Absent: Gary Wilson
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Grant permission to Eagle Scout candidate Brian Beltrami for his Harwood Ave Trailhead project, which includes clearing the town forest trail head located on Harwood Ave of the overgrown weeds and...
A. Eagle Scout candidate Brian Beltrami Eagle Project Presentation on the Harwood Avenue Trailhead Brief review was given by Brian on his proposed project. Chuck DeCoste the motion that the Select Board vote to grant permission to Eagle Scout candidate Brian Beltrami for his Harwood Ave Trailhead project, which includes clearing the town forest trail head located on Harwood Ave of the overgrown weeds and other debris and installing stairs onto the sloped entrance leading to the hiking trail; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“A. Eagle Scout candidate Brian Beltrami Eagle Project Presentation on the Harwood Avenue Trailhead Brief review was given by Brian on his proposed project. Chuck DeCoste the motion that the Select Board vote to grant permission to Eagle Scout candidate Brian Beltrami for his Harwood Ave Trailhead project, which includes clearing the town forest trail head located on Harwood Ave of the overgrown weeds and other debris and installing stairs onto the sloped entrance leading to the hiking trail; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (second: Rambacher)
Approve the first amendment to the employment agreement with Fire Chief Robert Connor
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the first amendment to the employment agreement with Fire Chief Robert Connor; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the first amendment to the employment agreement with Fire Chief Robert Connor; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Authorize the Town Administrator or designee to sign a contract with Innes Associates Ltd., for $45,500 for Consultant Services to Develop a Multi-family Zoning Bylaw for MBTA Communities
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator or designee to sign a contract with Innes Associates Ltd., for $45,500 for Consultant Services to Develop a Multi-family Zoning Bylaw for MBTA Communities; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator or designee to sign a contract with Innes Associates Ltd., for $45,500 for Consultant Services to Develop a Multi-family Zoning Bylaw for MBTA Communities; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Approve the FY24 Budget Calendar as presented and approved by the Finance Director, Town Administrator and FinCom
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board approve the FY24 Budget Calendar as presented and approved by the Finance Director, Town Administrator and FinCom; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board approve the FY24 Budget Calendar as presented and approved by the Finance Director, Town Administrator and FinCom; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator and Assistant Town Administrator to proceed forward with the Couper Farm site as the preferred site as recommended by the Park and Recreation...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that that Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator and Assistant Town Administrator to proceed forward with the Couper Farm site as the preferred site as recommended by the Park and Recreation Commission; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that that Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator and Assistant Town Administrator to proceed forward with the Couper Farm site as the preferred site as recommended by the Park and Recreation Commission; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Appoint Peter Barbella of 62 Goldsmith Street as a citizen-at-large member on the Committee for the Exploration of Real Estate Tax Relief for Seniors, for a term expiring June 30, 2025
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Peter Barbella of 62 Goldsmith Street as a citizen-at-large member on the Committee for the Exploration of Real Estate Tax Relief for Seniors, for a term expiring June 30, 2025; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Peter Barbella of 62 Goldsmith Street as a citizen-at-large member on the Committee for the Exploration of Real Estate Tax Relief for Seniors, for a term expiring June 30, 2025; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Appoint Rob Hueston 55 Jennifer Street as a member of the Sustainability Committee with a 3 year term expiring June 30, 2025
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Rob Hueston 55 Jennifer Street as a member of the Sustainability Committee with a 3 year term expiring June 30, 2025; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Rob Hueston 55 Jennifer Street as a member of the Sustainability Committee with a 3 year term expiring June 30, 2025; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Appoint Susan Melander 160 Harvard Road as a member on the Taxation Aid Committee (TREAD) for a term expiring June 30, 2025
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Susan Melander 160 Harvard Road as a member on the Taxation Aid Committee (TREAD) for a term expiring June 30, 2025; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Susan Melander 160 Harvard Road as a member on the Taxation Aid Committee (TREAD) for a term expiring June 30, 2025; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Appoint Nicholas Pellegrino 42 Manchester Drive as an alternate for a term on the Zoning Board of Appeals, expiring June 30, 2024
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Nicholas Pellegrino 42 Manchester Drive as an alternate for a term on the Zoning Board of Appeals, expiring June 30, 2024; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Nicholas Pellegrino 42 Manchester Drive as an alternate for a term on the Zoning Board of Appeals, expiring June 30, 2024; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14 to issue a Special License (also known as a 1-day liquor license) to James Hopkins of Common Foods, Inc. for wine and malt beverages to be served during the Park,...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14 to issue a Special License (also known as a 1-day liquor license) to James Hopkins of Common Foods, Inc. for wine and malt beverages to be served during the Park, Recreation, and Community Education's (PRCE) October 1, 2022, Oktoberfest event, between the hours of 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14 to issue a Special License (also known as a 1-day liquor license) to James Hopkins of Common Foods, Inc. for wine and malt beverages to be served during the Park, Recreation, and Community Education's (PRCE) October 1, 2022, Oktoberfest event, between the hours of 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14 to issue a Special License (also known as a 1-day liquor license) to Christopher Loring of Dirigible Brewing Company for wine and malt beverages to be served during...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14 to issue a Special License (also known as a 1-day liquor license) to Christopher Loring of Dirigible Brewing Company for wine and malt beverages to be served during the Park, Recreation, and Community Education's (PRCE) October 1, 2022, Oktoberfest event, between the hours of 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14 to issue a Special License (also known as a 1-day liquor license) to Christopher Loring of Dirigible Brewing Company for wine and malt beverages to be served during the Park, Recreation, and Community Education's (PRCE) October 1, 2022, Oktoberfest event, between the hours of 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
16. Citizen Petition Article - Putting a cap on the number of marijuana farms allowed in
Insert the articles as read by Town Administrator Ansaldi onto the warrant for the November 1, 2022 Special Town Meeting, subject to approval as to form by Town Counsel
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to insert the articles as read by Town Administrator Ansaldi onto the warrant for the November 1, 2022 Special Town Meeting, subject to approval as to form by Town Counsel; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to insert the articles as read by Town Administrator Ansaldi onto the warrant for the November 1, 2022 Special Town Meeting, subject to approval as to form by Town Counsel; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Set seven (7) as the number of members on the Economic Development Committee
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to set seven (7) as the number of members on the Economic Development Committee; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to set seven (7) as the number of members on the Economic Development Committee; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Authorize the Town Administrator or designee to proceed with the work at the orchard from Clean Harbors and maintenance not to exceed $7500
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator or designee to proceed with the work at the orchard from Clean Harbors and maintenance not to exceed $7500; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator or designee to proceed with the work at the orchard from Clean Harbors and maintenance not to exceed $7500; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Pursuant to Article 7 of the October 25, 2021, Special Town Meeting, and in accordance with the "Tax Title Abutter Lot Sales Program" adopted on December 5, 2011, to approve the sale of the...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to Article 7 of the October 25, 2021, Special Town Meeting, and in accordance with the "Tax Title Abutter Lot Sales Program" adopted on December 5, 2011, to approve the sale of the following tax title parcel and the execution by the Select Board of deed prepared by Town Counsel: Lot U14- 11, comprised of 0.178 acres on Shaker Lane to abutter Elizabeth MacQuilken and Andrew Carlino, for a sale price of $7,700; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to Article 7 of the October 25, 2021, Special Town Meeting, and in accordance with the "Tax Title Abutter Lot Sales Program" adopted on December 5, 2011, to approve the sale of the following tax title parcel and the execution by the Select Board of deed prepared by Town Counsel: Lot U14- 11, comprised of 0.178 acres on Shaker Lane to abutter Elizabeth MacQuilken and Andrew Carlino, for a sale price of $7,700; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
Approve the Application to Use Littleton Common from Madavi Oliver, owner of 20 Meetinghouse d/b/a Meetinghouse Market, for an event, 1st Meetinghouse Market, to be held on Saturday, September...
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Application to Use Littleton Common from Madavi Oliver, owner of 20 Meetinghouse d/b/a Meetinghouse Market, for an event, 1st Meetinghouse Market, to be held on Saturday, September 24th, from 10AM to 3PM - setup starting at 8AM; with up to 15 vendor tents on the Common (in accordance with the conditions for the use of the Littleton Common as detailed with the application); Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Application to Use Littleton Common from Madavi Oliver, owner of 20 Meetinghouse d/b/a Meetinghouse Market, for an event, 1st Meetinghouse Market, to be held on Saturday, September 24th, from 10AM to 3PM - setup starting at 8AM; with up to 15 vendor tents on the Common (in accordance with the conditions for the use of the Littleton Common as detailed with the application); Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Manufacturer Product Manufacturer License for Community Care Collective located at 547 Great Road, Littleton
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Manufacturer Product Manufacturer License for Community Care Collective located at 547 Great Road, Littleton; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 3 to 0.
Yes: DeCoste, Napoli, RambacherThe minutes say Matthew Nordhaus stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Manufacturer Product Manufacturer License for Community Care Collective located at 547 Great Road, Littleton; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Napoli)
Citizen Petition Article - Putting a cap on the number of marijuana farms allowed in
D. Request for Information (RFI) for Affordable Senior Housing at Town Hall Campus Town Counsel has prepared a draft Request for Information (RFI) seeking information on how it can best support the creation of deeply discounted senior housing that is affordable for Littleton residents. Chuck DeCoste the motion that the Select Board authorize the Town Administrator to issue the Request for Information for Affordable Senior Housing at Town Hall Campus; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“D. Request for Information (RFI) for Affordable Senior Housing at Town Hall Campus Town Counsel has prepared a draft Request for Information (RFI) seeking information on how it can best support the creation of deeply discounted senior housing that is affordable for Littleton residents. Chuck DeCoste the motion that the Select Board authorize the Town Administrator to issue the Request for Information for Affordable Senior Housing at Town Hall Campus; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (second: Napoli)
Approve the minutes of August 22, 2022
Chuck DeCoste made the motion to approve the minutes of August 22, 2022; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion to approve the minutes of August 22, 2022; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Rambacher)
Adjourn
Chuck DeCoste made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Cindy Napoli; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Napoli)
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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