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December 18, 2023
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Present: Gary Wilson, Chuck DeCoste, Mark Rambacher, Matthew Nordhaus, Karen Morrison
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into: A. Executive Session #2 under 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 vote to enter into: A. Executive Session #2 under 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. (Town Administrator, Interim Fire Chief), AND B. Executive Session #2 under 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 Union) The Board will reconvene in open session thereafter; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Roll Call Vote: Karen Morrison Aye, Matthew Nordhaus Aye, Chuck DeCoste Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Gary Wilson Aye; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to enter into: A. Executive Session #2 under 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. (Town Administrator, Interim Fire Chief), AND B. Executive Session #2 under 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 Union) The Board will reconvene in open session thereafter; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Roll Call Vote: Karen Morrison Aye, Matthew Nordhaus Aye, Chuck DeCoste Aye; Mark Rambacher Aye; Gary Wilson Aye; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
9. Home Works Energy Letter to Residents - regarding 33 Shattuck Street
Endorse a Preservation Restriction for 12 Robinson Road
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to endorse a Preservation Restriction for 12 Robinson Road; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to endorse a Preservation Restriction for 12 Robinson Road; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Execute the Deed for 12 Robinson Road
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to execute the Deed for 12 Robinson Road; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motin passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to execute the Deed for 12 Robinson Road; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motin passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
In accordance with the Town's General Bylaws, to authorize the Permanent Municipal Building Committee to work with the Town Administrator, or his designee, to execute contract agreements for the...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote in accordance with the Town's General Bylaws, to authorize the Permanent Municipal Building Committee to work with the Town Administrator, or his designee, to execute contract agreements for the renovation of 36 King Street (former Indian Hill Music Center); Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote in accordance with the Town's General Bylaws, to authorize the Permanent Municipal Building Committee to work with the Town Administrator, or his designee, to execute contract agreements for the renovation of 36 King Street (former Indian Hill Music Center); Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
In accordance with M.G.L. c. 7C, §§ 44-58, to adopt Designer Selection Procedures to guide and govern the selection of designers for procurements that are subject to the state designer selection law
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote, in accordance with M.G.L. c. 7C, §§ 44-58, to adopt Designer Selection Procedures to guide and govern the selection of designers for procurements that are subject to the state designer selection law; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote, in accordance with M.G.L. c. 7C, §§ 44-58, to adopt Designer Selection Procedures to guide and govern the selection of designers for procurements that are subject to the state designer selection law; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Authorize the Town Administrator or his designee to execute contracts to provide Designer Services and Owner's Project Manager (OPM) Services for the Renovation 36 King Street (former Indian Hill...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator or his designee to execute contracts to provide Designer Services and Owner's Project Manager (OPM) Services for the Renovation 36 King Street (former Indian Hill Music Center). The contract for Design Services shall not exceed $400,000; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator or his designee to execute contracts to provide Designer Services and Owner's Project Manager (OPM) Services for the Renovation 36 King Street (former Indian Hill Music Center). The contract for Design Services shall not exceed $400,000; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: DeCoste)
Acknowledge a Disclosure by a Municipal Employee of Financial Interest in a Municipal Contract, and approve the exemption of Mr. Joe Rock as a municipal employee in accordance with MGL Chapter...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to acknowledge a Disclosure by a Municipal Employee of Financial Interest in a Municipal Contract, and approve the exemption of Mr. Joe Rock as a municipal employee in accordance with MGL Chapter 268A, Section 20(f); Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to acknowledge a Disclosure by a Municipal Employee of Financial Interest in a Municipal Contract, and approve the exemption of Mr. Joe Rock as a municipal employee in accordance with MGL Chapter 268A, Section 20(f); Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Approve the request from Chris Loring, CEO - Dirigible Brewing Company, for extended hours of operation from December 31, 2023 (New Year's Eve) to 1:00 AM on January 1, 2024
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the request from Chris Loring, CEO - Dirigible Brewing Company, for extended hours of operation from December 31, 2023 (New Year's Eve) to 1:00 AM on January 1, 2024; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the request from Chris Loring, CEO - Dirigible Brewing Company, for extended hours of operation from December 31, 2023 (New Year's Eve) to 1:00 AM on January 1, 2024; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
3. The status of Business Certificates and Taxes Paid have been verified with the Town
Approve the annual renewal of alcohol licenses, as cited within the Select Board packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance contingent upon satisfactory inspections, and submission of...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of alcohol licenses, as cited within the Select Board packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance contingent upon satisfactory inspections, and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of alcohol licenses, as cited within the Select Board packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance contingent upon satisfactory inspections, and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
1. List of all non-alcohol licenses
Approve the annual renewal of all Common Victualler licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of all Common Victualler licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of all Common Victualler licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Approve the annual renewal of all Entertainment licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of all Entertainment licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of all Entertainment licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
2. Tax Status, Business Certificate, and satisfactory Police approvals
Approve the annual renewal of all Entertainment and Automatic Amusement licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of all Entertainment and Automatic Amusement licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of all Entertainment and Automatic Amusement licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
2. Tax Status, Business Certificate, and Police approvals are satisfactory
Approve the annual renewal of all Class I licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of all Class I licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of all Class I licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
1. List of all non-alcohol licenses
Approve the annual renewal of all Class II licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required...
Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of all Class II licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the annual renewal of all Class II licenses, as cited in the packet, for the calendar year 2024; license issuance is contingent upon satisfactory inspections and submission of all required documents, fees, and payments of municipal charges; to be reviewed by Town Administrator; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Approve the minutes of Dec. 4, 2023
Mark Rambacher made the motion to approve the minutes of Dec. 4, 2023; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion to approve the minutes of Dec. 4, 2023; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Rambacher, second: Nordhaus)
Adjourn
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Karen Morrison; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Karen Morrison; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Morrison)
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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