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Littleton Select Board · 2024–2025 Board · Regular meeting

April 22, 2025

9 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Mark Rambacher, Matthew Nordhaus, Chuck DeCoste, Gary Wilson, Karen Morrison

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

10. Petition of National Grid for Gas Main Locations which will have to be reviewed

Approve the use of the lower Littleton Common for the display of signs with photos of Littleton graduating seniors

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Mathew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board approve the use of the lower Littleton Common for the display of signs with photos of Littleton graduating seniors; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste Yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Mathew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board approve the use of the lower Littleton Common for the display of signs with photos of Littleton graduating seniors; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste Yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Pursuant to MGL Chapter 90, Section 18B and Article 15 passed unanimously during the October 30, 2017 Special Town Meeting to designate as a Safety Zone posted with a 20 MPH Speed Limit, Lake...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL Chapter 90, Section 18B and Article 15 passed unanimously during the October 30, 2017 Special Town Meeting to designate as a Safety Zone posted with a 20 MPH Speed Limit, Lake Shore Drive from its intersection with Aspen Road to its intersection with Beach Drive; and, Beach Drive from its intersection with Ivy Road to its intersection with Lake Shore Drive; and, Lake Drive, with its intersection with Ivy Road to its intersection with Lake Shore Drive; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to MGL Chapter 90, Section 18B and Article 15 passed unanimously during the October 30, 2017 Special Town Meeting to designate as a Safety Zone posted with a 20 MPH Speed Limit, Lake Shore Drive from its intersection with Aspen Road to its intersection with Beach Drive; and, Beach Drive from its intersection with Ivy Road to its intersection with Lake Shore Drive; and, Lake Drive, with its intersection with Ivy Road to its intersection with Lake Shore Drive; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the Veterans Agent's request for the approval of the Memorial Day Parade route and agenda on Monday, May 26, 2025

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Veterans Agent's request for the approval of the Memorial Day Parade route and agenda on Monday, May 26, 2025; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Veterans Agent's request for the approval of the Memorial Day Parade route and agenda on Monday, May 26, 2025; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

36 King Street Reuse

Authorize the Town Administrator to approve Special Licenses, also known as One Day Liquor licenses, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to approve Special Licenses, also known as One Day Liquor licenses, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize the Town Administrator to approve Special Licenses, also known as One Day Liquor licenses, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, §14; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Authorize Town Administrator, James A. Duggan, to execute a contract with TEC Inc., for $160,000 for design services to support the $1,000,000 Housing Works Infrastructure Program Grant for Public...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize Town Administrator, James A. Duggan, to execute a contract with TEC Inc., for $160,000 for design services to support the $1,000,000 Housing Works Infrastructure Program Grant for Public Infrastructure improvements at 550 King Street; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize Town Administrator, James A. Duggan, to execute a contract with TEC Inc., for $160,000 for design services to support the $1,000,000 Housing Works Infrastructure Program Grant for Public Infrastructure improvements at 550 King Street; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Revise their March 24, 2025 vote supporting Article 13, "Authorize the Surplus of Littleton Town Hall to Allow for the Development of Affordable Rental Housing at 37 Shattuck Street", to recommend...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to revise their March 24, 2025 vote supporting Article 13, "Authorize the Surplus of Littleton Town Hall to Allow for the Development of Affordable Rental Housing at 37 Shattuck Street", to recommend Town Meeting take no action on Article 13; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to revise their March 24, 2025 vote supporting Article 13, "Authorize the Surplus of Littleton Town Hall to Allow for the Development of Affordable Rental Housing at 37 Shattuck Street", to recommend Town Meeting take no action on Article 13; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Provides a revised motion for Article 12: Authorize Special Legislation to Surplus Town Hall (37 Shattuck Street) for Affordable Rental Housing and Pursue the Purchase of a New Town Hall and added...

Minutes, page 5

ApprovePassed · 3–2

Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board provides a revised motion for Article 12: Authorize Special Legislation to Surplus Town Hall (37 Shattuck Street) for Affordable Rental Housing and Pursue the Purchase of a New Town Hall and added to an amendment handout for May 6, 2025 Annual Town Meeting, as approved by the Select Board; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson no, Chuck DeCoste no, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 3 to 2.

Yes: Morrison, Nordhaus, RambacherNo: DeCoste, Wilson

From the minutes

“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board provides a revised motion for Article 12: Authorize Special Legislation to Surplus Town Hall (37 Shattuck Street) for Affordable Rental Housing and Pursue the Purchase of a New Town Hall and added to an amendment handout for May 6, 2025 Annual Town Meeting, as approved by the Select Board; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson no, Chuck DeCoste no, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 3 to 2..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Approve the meeting minutes from the Select Board Meeting on April 7, 2025

Minutes, page 5

Approve minutesPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the meeting minutes from the Select Board Meeting on April 7, 2025; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0. Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the meeting minutes from the Select Board Meeting on April 7, 2025; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0. Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Adjourn

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Unanimous, 5 present

Matthew Nordhaus made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0.

From the minutes

“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes, Chuck DeCoste yes, Matthew Nordhaus yes, Karen Morrison yes, Mark Rambacher yes; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

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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