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May 12, 2025
15 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Mark Rambacher, Karen Morrison, Matthew Nordhaus, Gary Wilson, Chuck DeCoste
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session #2 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...
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion the Select Board vote to enter into Executive Session #2 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 Union). The Select Board will adjourn to Executive Session and will reconvene in Open Session after the Executive Session; Seconded by Karen Morrison; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes; Karen Morrison yes; Matthew Nordhaus yes; Mark Rambacher yes. Motion passed 4 to 0.
Yes: Morrison, Nordhaus, Rambacher, WilsonThe roll call does not list Chuck DeCoste, who was at the meeting, so that member is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion the Select Board vote to enter into Executive Session #2 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 Union). The Select Board will adjourn to Executive Session and will reconvene in Open Session after the Executive Session; Seconded by Karen Morrison; Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes; Karen Morrison yes; Matthew Nordhaus yes; Mark Rambacher yes. Motion passed 4 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: Morrison)
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Elect Karen Morrison as Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Karen Morrison as Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Karen Morrison as Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)
Elect Matthew Nordhaus as Vice-Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately
Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Matthew Nordhaus as Vice-Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Chuck DeCoste made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Matthew Nordhaus as Vice-Chair of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: DeCoste, second: Wilson)
Elect Gary Wilson as Clerk of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Gary Wilson as Clerk of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion that the Select Board vote to elect Gary Wilson as Clerk of the Select Board for a term of one year, commencing immediately; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)
Approve the Town of Littleton Select Board Code of Conduct Policy
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Town of Littleton Select Board Code of Conduct Policy; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Town of Littleton Select Board Code of Conduct Policy; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Nordhaus)
Authorize Town Administrator James Duggan to execute a contract with M.J. Cataldo Inc. in the amount of $900,000 for the construction of tennis courts and improvements to Whitcomb Field at the...
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize Town Administrator James Duggan to execute a contract with M.J. Cataldo Inc. in the amount of $900,000 for the construction of tennis courts and improvements to Whitcomb Field at the Littleton Middle School inclusive of bid add-alternates 1 and 2; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize Town Administrator James Duggan to execute a contract with M.J. Cataldo Inc. in the amount of $900,000 for the construction of tennis courts and improvements to Whitcomb Field at the Littleton Middle School inclusive of bid add-alternates 1 and 2; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Nordhaus)
Authorize Town Administrator James Duggan to execute a contract with PJ Keating Inc. for resurfacing and related work at Ernie's Drive and various locations, in the amount of $527,630
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize Town Administrator James Duggan to execute a contract with PJ Keating Inc. for resurfacing and related work at Ernie's Drive and various locations, in the amount of $527,630; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize Town Administrator James Duggan to execute a contract with PJ Keating Inc. for resurfacing and related work at Ernie's Drive and various locations, in the amount of $527,630; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Nordhaus)
Pursuant to MGL C.44,§53A and per its policy on Solicitation and Acceptance of Monetary and Non-Monetary Gifts for Public Purposes, to allow the solicitation of donations to support the Clean...
Gary Wilson 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 Purposes, to allow the solicitation of donations to support the Clean Lakes Committee's revolving fund as established at the May 6, 2025 Annual Town Meeting; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson 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 Purposes, to allow the solicitation of donations to support the Clean Lakes Committee's revolving fund as established at the May 6, 2025 Annual Town Meeting; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Nordhaus)
Close the public hearing
Gary Wilson made the motion to close the public hearing; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes; Chuck DeCoste yes; Mark Rambacher yes; Matthew Nordhaus yes; Karen Morrison yes;
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion to close the public hearing; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0. Roll Call Vote: Gary Wilson yes; Chuck DeCoste yes; Mark Rambacher yes; Matthew Nordhaus yes; Karen Morrison yes;.” (Motion: Wilson, second: Nordhaus)
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Motion passed 5 to 0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
Pursuant to Town Code Chapter 181, to establish the following fee structure for use of the Town of Littleton Transfer Station effective July 1, 2025 (specify). Stickers: Full price $165; Senior...
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to Town Code Chapter 181, to establish the following fee structure for use of the Town of Littleton Transfer Station effective July 1, 2025 (specify). Stickers: Full price $165; Senior $70; Second sticker $80; Senior Second Sticker $40; Per Bag: 33 Gal $3.75; 15 Gal $2.75; 8.5 Gal $1.75 and Miscellaneous items fees for CRT's; TV's $25, Propane Tanks $15; Bulky Furniture $35; Large Metal Items $25; Mattresses $50; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote, pursuant to Town Code Chapter 181, to establish the following fee structure for use of the Town of Littleton Transfer Station effective July 1, 2025 (specify). Stickers: Full price $165; Senior $70; Second sticker $80; Senior Second Sticker $40; Per Bag: 33 Gal $3.75; 15 Gal $2.75; 8.5 Gal $1.75 and Miscellaneous items fees for CRT's; TV's $25, Propane Tanks $15; Bulky Furniture $35; Large Metal Items $25; Mattresses $50; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Nordhaus)
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Appoint David Outman as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term expiring June 30, 2027
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint David Outman as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term expiring June 30, 2027; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint David Outman as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term expiring June 30, 2027; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Nordhaus)
Appoint Judy LaRoche as a Member of the Cultural Council for a term expiring June 30, 2027
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Judy LaRoche as a Member of the Cultural Council for a term expiring June 30, 2027. Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Judy LaRoche as a Member of the Cultural Council for a term expiring June 30, 2027. Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Nordhaus)
Approve the meeting minutes from the Select Board Meeting on April 22, 2025
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the meeting minutes from the Select Board Meeting on April 22, 2025; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the meeting minutes from the Select Board Meeting on April 22, 2025; Seconded by Matthew Nordhaus; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Nordhaus)
Adjourn
Matthew Nordhaus made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0.
From the minutes
“Matthew Nordhaus made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Chuck DeCoste; Motion passed 5 to 0..” (Motion: Nordhaus, second: DeCoste)
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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