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April 21, 2026
15 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 Karen Morrison, who are counted absent.
Present: Matthew Nordhaus, Gary Wilson, Mark Rambacher
Absent: Chuck DeCoste, Karen Morrison
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, specifically regarding the Interim Police Chief contract for Deputy Chief...
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to enter into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, specifically regarding the Interim Police Chief contract for Deputy Chief Jeffrey Patterson. The Select Board will go into Executive Session and will reconvene in Open Session after Executive Session; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Roll Call Vote: Mark Rambacher Aye, Gary Wilson Aye, Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to enter into Executive Session pursuant to G.L. c. 30A, § 21(a)(2) to conduct contract negotiations with nonunion personnel, specifically regarding the Interim Police Chief contract for Deputy Chief Jeffrey Patterson. The Select Board will go into Executive Session and will reconvene in Open Session after Executive Session; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Roll Call Vote: Mark Rambacher Aye, Gary Wilson Aye, Matthew Nordhaus Aye; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
10. Letter to the Select Board regarding Article 26 - from George Sanders with a
Adopt a resolution authorizing the filing of a loan application for the Water Service Inventory and Lead Service Line Replacement Plan project and to designate the Water & Sewer Superintendent as...
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to adopt a resolution authorizing the filing of a loan application for the Water Service Inventory and Lead Service Line Replacement Plan project and to designate the Water & Sewer Superintendent as the Town's authorized representative to submit applications, execute agreements, and take all necessary actions in connection with securing grant and/or loan funding through MassDEP and the Massachusetts Water Pollution Abatement Trust; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to adopt a resolution authorizing the filing of a loan application for the Water Service Inventory and Lead Service Line Replacement Plan project and to designate the Water & Sewer Superintendent as the Town's authorized representative to submit applications, execute agreements, and take all necessary actions in connection with securing grant and/or loan funding through MassDEP and the Massachusetts Water Pollution Abatement Trust; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Acknowledge a Disclosure by a Municipal Employee of Financial Interest in a Municipal Contract and approve the exemptions for Hilary Bridge and Margo Gillen as municipal employees in accordance...
Gary Wilson 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 exemptions for Hilary Bridge and Margo Gillen as municipal employees in accordance with MGL Chapter 268A, Section 20(b); Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson 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 exemptions for Hilary Bridge and Margo Gillen as municipal employees in accordance with MGL Chapter 268A, Section 20(b); Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Approve the proposed preservation restriction on the Whitcomb House, 31 Foster Street to be held by Historic New England as stated
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the proposed preservation restriction on the Whitcomb House, 31 Foster Street to be held by Historic New England as stated; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the proposed preservation restriction on the Whitcomb House, 31 Foster Street to be held by Historic New England as stated; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Open the Soil Removal Hearing relating to New England Power Company's application
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to open the Soil Removal Hearing relating to New England Power Company's application; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to open the Soil Removal Hearing relating to New England Power Company's application; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Close the hearing
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to close the hearing; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to close the hearing; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Approve the earth removal permit application from the New England Power Company for removal of approximately 26,000 cubic yards of earth material within ROW of the K137E, L138E, and 337...
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the earth removal permit application from the New England Power Company for removal of approximately 26,000 cubic yards of earth material within ROW of the K137E, L138E, and 337 transmission lines (Great Road near Janes Drive) to include the waivers from the Earth Removal by-law with no building permits required; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the earth removal permit application from the New England Power Company for removal of approximately 26,000 cubic yards of earth material within ROW of the K137E, L138E, and 337 transmission lines (Great Road near Janes Drive) to include the waivers from the Earth Removal by-law with no building permits required; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Appoint Meagan Murphy as Director of Veterans Services for an initial term expiring June 30, 2026 and a three year term effective July1, 2026
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board appoint Meagan Murphy as Director of Veterans Services for an initial term expiring June 30, 2026 and a three year term effective July1, 2026; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board appoint Meagan Murphy as Director of Veterans Services for an initial term expiring June 30, 2026 and a three year term effective July1, 2026; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Appoint Jeffrey M. Patterson as the Interim Chief of Police effective May 1, 2026 at Grade 21, Step 6, on Compensation Plan Schedule A and vote to authorize Chairman Morrison to finalize the...
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Jeffrey M. Patterson as the Interim Chief of Police effective May 1, 2026 at Grade 21, Step 6, on Compensation Plan Schedule A and vote to authorize Chairman Morrison to finalize the Police Employment Agreement between the Town of Littleton and Jeffrey M. Patterson; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to appoint Jeffrey M. Patterson as the Interim Chief of Police effective May 1, 2026 at Grade 21, Step 6, on Compensation Plan Schedule A and vote to authorize Chairman Morrison to finalize the Police Employment Agreement between the Town of Littleton and Jeffrey M. Patterson; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Approve the Employment Agreement amendment between the Town of Littleton and Chief of Police Matthew Pinard who will be leaving employment on May 1, 2026
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Employment Agreement amendment between the Town of Littleton and Chief of Police Matthew Pinard who will be leaving employment on May 1, 2026; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the Employment Agreement amendment between the Town of Littleton and Chief of Police Matthew Pinard who will be leaving employment on May 1, 2026; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Authorize Town Administrator, James A. Duggan, to execute a contract with Monadnock Commercial Building Company for the 37 Shattuck Street second floor renovation project
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize Town Administrator, James A. Duggan, to execute a contract with Monadnock Commercial Building Company for the 37 Shattuck Street second floor renovation project; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to authorize Town Administrator, James A. Duggan, to execute a contract with Monadnock Commercial Building Company for the 37 Shattuck Street second floor renovation project; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Sign and post the May 5, 2026 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to sign and post the May 5, 2026 Annual Town Meeting Warrant; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to sign and post the May 5, 2026 Annual Town Meeting Warrant; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Approve and sign the Election Warrant for the May 9, 2026 Election
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve and sign the Election Warrant for the May 9, 2026 Election; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve and sign the Election Warrant for the May 9, 2026 Election; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Approve the meeting minutes from the Joint Select Board Meeting with the Charter Committee on March 30, 2026 and the Select Board Meeting on April 6, 2026
Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the meeting minutes from the Joint Select Board Meeting with the Charter Committee on March 30, 2026 and the Select Board Meeting on April 6, 2026; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Gary Wilson made the motion that the Select Board vote to approve the meeting minutes from the Joint Select Board Meeting with the Charter Committee on March 30, 2026 and the Select Board Meeting on April 6, 2026; Seconded by Mark Rambacher; Motion passed 3 to 0..” (Motion: Wilson, second: Rambacher)
Adjourn
Mark Rambacher made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Gary Wilson; Motion passed 3 to 0.
From the minutes
“Mark Rambacher made the motion to adjourn the meeting; Seconded by Gary Wilson; 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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