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March 13, 2023
8 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not include Chuck DeCoste and Cindy Napoli, who are counted absent.
Present: Matthew Nordhaus, Gary Wilson, Mark Rambacher
Absent: Chuck DeCoste, Cindy Napoli
During the meeting:
- Gary Wilson took part remotely.
Every vote, in order
6. Notice - Current Openings on Town Boards
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 of $2,000 from The Ed Walsh Foundation
Mark Rambacher 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 of $2,000 from The Ed Walsh Foundation; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher 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 of $2,000 from The Ed Walsh Foundation; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Wilson)
Pursuant to MGL C.40,§8G, to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Hazard Mitigation Plan Contract with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) for $25,000
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.40,§8G, to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Hazard Mitigation Plan Contract with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) for $25,000; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.40,§8G, to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the Hazard Mitigation Plan Contract with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) for $25,000; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Wilson)
Pursuant to MGL C.44, §31D, to approve incurring expenses in excess of the available appropriation for snow and ice removal for Fiscal Year 2023
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.44, §31D, to approve incurring expenses in excess of the available appropriation for snow and ice removal for Fiscal Year 2023; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL C.44, §31D, to approve incurring expenses in excess of the available appropriation for snow and ice removal for Fiscal Year 2023; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Wilson)
Authorize LELWD Water and Sewer Superintendent, Corey Godfrey for the Authority to File, per the following: Whereas the Town of Littleton, after thorough investigation, has determined that the...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote, to authorize LELWD Water and Sewer Superintendent, Corey Godfrey for the Authority to File, per the following: Whereas the Town of Littleton, after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of: Lead Service Line Inventory and Replacement Plan is both in the public interest and necessary to protect the public health, and that to undertake this activity, it is necessary to apply for assistance; and Whereas, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (the Trust) of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, pursuant to Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C of the General Laws of the Commonwealth ("Chapter 21" and "Chapter 29C") are authorized to make loans to municipalities for the purpose of funding planning and construction activities relative to Drinking Water Protection Projects; and Whereas, the Applicant has examined the provisions of the Act, Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C, and believes it to be in the public interest to file a loan application. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by Town of Littleton as follows: 1. That the Water & Sewer Superintendent is hereby authorized on behalf of the Applicant to file applications and execute agreements for grant and/or loan assistance as well as furnishing such information, data and documents pertaining to the applicant for a grant(s) and/or loan(s) as may be required; and otherwise, to act as the authorize
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote, to authorize LELWD Water and Sewer Superintendent, Corey Godfrey for the Authority to File, per the following: Whereas the Town of Littleton, after thorough investigation, has determined that the work activity consisting of: Lead Service Line Inventory and Replacement Plan is both in the public interest and necessary to protect the public health, and that to undertake this activity, it is necessary to apply for assistance; and Whereas, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (the Trust) of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, pursuant to Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C of the General Laws of the Commonwealth ("Chapter 21" and "Chapter 29C") are authorized to make loans to municipalities for the purpose of funding planning and construction activities relative to Drinking Water Protection Projects; and Whereas, the Applicant has examined the provisions of the Act, Chapter 21 and Chapter 29C, and believes it to be in the public interest to file a loan application. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by Town of Littleton as follows: 1. That the Water & Sewer Superintendent is hereby authorized on behalf of the Applicant to file applications and execute agreements for grant and/or loan assistance as well as furnishing such information, data and documents pertaining to the applicant for a grant(s) and/or loan(s) as may be required; and otherwise, to act as the authorized representative of the Applicant in connection with this application; 2. That the purpose of said loan(s), if awarded, shall be to planning activities. 3. That if said award is made the Applicant agrees to pay those costs which constitute the required Applicant's share of the project cost. Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Wilson)
3. That if said award is made the Applicant agrees to pay those costs which constitute the
Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14 to issue a Special License (also known as a 1-day liquor license) to Colin Knirk & Christopher Loring of Dirigible Brewing Company LLC for wine and malt beverages to...
Mark Rambacher 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 Colin Knirk & Christopher Loring of Dirigible Brewing Company LLC for wine and malt beverages to be served during the Friends of the Reuben Hoar Library's Mini-Golf Event on Friday, March 31, 2023, between the hours of 5:30 PM and 9:30 PM; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher 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 Colin Knirk & Christopher Loring of Dirigible Brewing Company LLC for wine and malt beverages to be served during the Friends of the Reuben Hoar Library's Mini-Golf Event on Friday, March 31, 2023, between the hours of 5:30 PM and 9:30 PM; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Wilson)
5. Select Board Discussions - Postponed
Accept Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 ("the Act"), a local option that allows a one-time increase to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) granted to retirees in FY 2023, from 3% to 5% of the...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to accept Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 ("the Act"), a local option that allows a one-time increase to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) granted to retirees in FY 2023, from 3% to 5% of the Systems $16,000 COLA base; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to accept Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 ("the Act"), a local option that allows a one-time increase to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) granted to retirees in FY 2023, from 3% to 5% of the Systems $16,000 COLA base; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Wilson)
Approve the minutes of February 27, 2023
Mark Rambacher made the motion to approve the minutes of February 27, 2023; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion to approve the minutes of February 27, 2023; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Wilson)
Adjourn
Mark Rambacher made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, 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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