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May 22, 2023
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Note on these minutes: The attendance list does not include Chuck DeCoste, who is counted absent.
Present: Gary Wilson, Mark Rambacher, Matthew Nordhaus, Karen Morrison
Absent: Chuck DeCoste
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Enter inter Executive Session pursuant to 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...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board enter inter Executive Session pursuant to 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. (Police MassCOP Local 204) And Executive Session #2 under M.G.L. Ch. 30A, § 21 (a)- Purpose (2) To conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. (Interim Fire Chief). The Board will exit Executive Session and reconvene in regular session. Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Roll Call Vote: Karen Morrison Aye, Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Gary Wilson Aye; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board enter inter Executive Session pursuant to 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. (Police MassCOP Local 204) And Executive Session #2 under M.G.L. Ch. 30A, § 21 (a)- Purpose (2) To conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. (Interim Fire Chief). The Board will exit Executive Session and reconvene in regular session. Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Roll Call Vote: Karen Morrison Aye, Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Gary Wilson Aye; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
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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 the donation to the Department of Elder & Human...
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 the donation to the Department of Elder & Human Services (EHS) in the amount of $675 from the Friends of the Littleton Council on Aging for the Monthly Senior Breakfast fund; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 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 the donation to the Department of Elder & Human Services (EHS) in the amount of $675 from the Friends of the Littleton Council on Aging for the Monthly Senior Breakfast fund; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
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 the donation to the Department of Elder & Human Services (EHS) in the amount of $2500 from the John C. Morrison and Eunice B. Morrison Charitable Foundation for "help during this challenging time"; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passe 4 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 the donation to the Department of Elder & Human Services (EHS) in the amount of $2500 from the John C. Morrison and Eunice B. Morrison Charitable Foundation for "help during this challenging time"; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passe 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
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 the donation to the Affordable Housing Trust (AHT) in...
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 the donation to the Affordable Housing Trust (AHT) in the amount of $20,000 from Grimes Land Investments; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 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 the donation to the Affordable Housing Trust (AHT) in the amount of $20,000 from Grimes Land Investments; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
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 the donation to the Reuben Hoar Library in the amount...
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 the donation to the Reuben Hoar Library in the amount of $700 from Gay Rose for Programming and Programming Supplies; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 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 the donation to the Reuben Hoar Library in the amount of $700 from Gay Rose for Programming and Programming Supplies; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Award and authorize execution of a resurfacing and related work contract with Lazaro Paving Corp. of Shirley, MA for its bid of $443,855
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to award and authorize execution of a resurfacing and related work contract with Lazaro Paving Corp. of Shirley, MA for its bid of $443,855; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Board of Selectmen vote to award and authorize execution of a resurfacing and related work contract with Lazaro Paving Corp. of Shirley, MA for its bid of $443,855; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Increase the number of members on the Personnel Advisory Committee from three to five
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board increase the number of members on the Personnel Advisory Committee from three to five; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board increase the number of members on the Personnel Advisory Committee from three to five; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Close the public hearing
Mark Rambacher made a motion to close the public hearing; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Roll Call Vote: Karen Morrison Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Gary Wilson Aye; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made a motion to close the public hearing; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Roll Call Vote: Karen Morrison Aye; Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Gary Wilson Aye; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Approve the application of manager Michael Herrick for an annual amusement and entertainment license pursuant to MGL C.140,§183A for MGH- FEC, LLC d/b/a 4-JAXE, 806 Constitution Ave; to include 2...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the application of manager Michael Herrick for an alteration of premises all-alcoholic on-premises restaurant license under MGL C.138, §12 for the sale of all alcoholic beverages for MGH-FEC, LLC d/b/a 4-JAXE, 806 Constitution Ave; for the hours of Monday through Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 AM, and Sunday 10:00 AM -1:00 AM; issuance of said license is subject to ABCC approval of alteration of premises And MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the application of manager Michael Herrick for an annual amusement and entertainment license pursuant to MGL C.140,§183A for MGH- FEC, LLC d/b/a 4-JAXE, 806 Constitution Ave; to include 2 golf simulators, 2 dart throwing cages, and 6 axe throwing cages, and an amplification system and the potential for live music; for the hours of Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM -1:00 AM, and Sunday 10:00 AM -1:00 AM; with indoor seating and a maximum of 95 patrons; issuance of said license is subject to alteration of premises approval from ABCC. And MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the application of manager Michael Herrick for a revised common victualler license under MGL C.140,§6 for the restaurant premises for MGH- FEC, LLC d/b/a 4-JAXE 806 Constitution Ave for the hours of Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM -1:00 AM, and Sunday 10:00 AM -1:00 AM; with indoor seating and a maximum of 95 patrons; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the application of manager Michael Herrick for an alteration of premises all-alcoholic on-premises restaurant license under MGL C.138, §12 for the sale of all alcoholic beverages for MGH-FEC, LLC d/b/a 4-JAXE, 806 Constitution Ave; for the hours of Monday through Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 AM, and Sunday 10:00 AM -1:00 AM; issuance of said license is subject to ABCC approval of alteration of premises And MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the application of manager Michael Herrick for an annual amusement and entertainment license pursuant to MGL C.140,§183A for MGH- FEC, LLC d/b/a 4-JAXE, 806 Constitution Ave; to include 2 golf simulators, 2 dart throwing cages, and 6 axe throwing cages, and an amplification system and the potential for live music; for the hours of Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM -1:00 AM, and Sunday 10:00 AM -1:00 AM; with indoor seating and a maximum of 95 patrons; issuance of said license is subject to alteration of premises approval from ABCC. And MOVE that the Select Board vote to approve the application of manager Michael Herrick for a revised common victualler license under MGL C.140,§6 for the restaurant premises for MGH- FEC, LLC d/b/a 4-JAXE 806 Constitution Ave for the hours of Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM -1:00 AM, and Sunday 10:00 AM -1:00 AM; with indoor seating and a maximum of 95 patrons; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Appoint Tatiana Scott as a Member of the Economic Development Committee for a term with no expiration
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Tatiana Scott as a Member of the Economic Development Committee for a term with no expiration; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Tatiana Scott as a Member of the Economic Development Committee for a term with no expiration; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Appoint John Boroski as Director of Veterans' Services for a term expiring June 30, 2026
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Board vote to appoint John Boroski as Director of Veterans' Services for a term expiring June 30, 2026; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Board vote to appoint John Boroski as Director of Veterans' Services for a term expiring June 30, 2026; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Approve the Entertainment License for Spacious Skies Minute Man LLC Campground located at 264 Ayer Road, Littleton, MA
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Entertainment License for Spacious Skies Minute Man LLC Campground located at 264 Ayer Road, Littleton, MA; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Entertainment License for Spacious Skies Minute Man LLC Campground located at 264 Ayer Road, Littleton, MA; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Execute the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Feasibility Study Agreement for the Shaker Lane Elementary School
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to execute the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Feasibility Study Agreement for the Shaker Lane Elementary School; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to execute the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Feasibility Study Agreement for the Shaker Lane Elementary School; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Approve the employment agreement between the Town of Littleton and Interim Fire Chief, George T. Clancy, for the period July 1st through December 31st 2023
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote approve the employment agreement between the Town of Littleton and Interim Fire Chief, George T. Clancy, for the period July 1st through December 31st 2023; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote approve the employment agreement between the Town of Littleton and Interim Fire Chief, George T. Clancy, for the period July 1st through December 31st 2023; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Approve the Side Letter of Agreement between the Town of Littleton and Littleton Police Unit, MassCop Local 204 dated May 22, 2023
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Side Letter of Agreement between the Town of Littleton and Littleton Police Unit, MassCop Local 204 dated May 22, 2023; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passe 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Side Letter of Agreement between the Town of Littleton and Littleton Police Unit, MassCop Local 204 dated May 22, 2023; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passe 4 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Adjourn
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Rambacher)
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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