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May 21, 2025
11 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
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Present: Walter Wilk, Michael Feck, Kostas Loukos, Maureen R. Doherty, Brendan Roche
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Mr, Wilk as Chair of the Select Board. Passes 4:0 Mr. Wilk then asked for nominations for Vice-Chair. Mr. Loukos nominated Mr. Feck. Ms. Doherty seconded. Mr. Wilk then asked for a vote. Motion: Mr. F
To mr, Wilk as Chair of the Select Board. Passes 4:0 Mr. Wilk then asked for nominations for Vice-Chair. Mr. Loukos nominated Mr. Feck. Ms. Doherty seconded. Mr. Wilk then asked for a vote. Motion: Mr. Feck as Vice - Chair of the Select Board. Passes 4:0 Mr. Wilk asked for nominations of Clerk. Ms. Doherty nominated Mr. Loukos and it was seconded by Mr. Feck. Mr. Wilk then asked for a vote. Motion: Mr. Loukos as Clerk of the Select Board. Passes 4:0 3. Enter into Executive Session and Return to Open Session for the following reasons: > Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21, Exemption 2 to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with all non-union personnel > Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21, Exemption 3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with SPEA, USW Steelworkers Supervisory and USW Steelworkers Non-Supervisory if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares Motion: To enter into Executive Session and Return to Open Session for the following reasons Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21, Exemption 2 to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with all non-union personnel and Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21, Exemption 3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with SPEA, USW Steelworkers Supervisory and USW Steelworkers Non- Supervisory if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares at 6:05PM. (Loukos/Feck) Roll Cali Vote: M. Feck - Aye K. Loukos - Aye Doherty - Aye Wilk - Aye Passes 4:0 Mr. Roche arrived at 6:31PM. The Board returned from Executive Session at 6:43PM. Select Board Meeting Minutes May 21, 2025 4. Recognition of James Spencer and Officer Sorge for the Willow Street Fire ‘Mr. Wilk read the proclamation from the Select Board to Officer Chris Sorge and then the one for resident James Spencer for their efforts with the Willow Street fire in April. Mr. Spencer was not in attendance however Chief Desrosiers will deliver the proclamation to him. Chief Sellon came forward and thanked Officer Sorge for his efforts every day not just on that one day. Chief Sellon then provided a summary of what occurred and the importance of Officer Sorge's quick response and his attention to duty. Chief Desrosiers then came forward and presented Officer Sorge with a citation and thanked him for his work and commitment to the community. Chief Desrosiers also read the citation he would be presenting to Mr. Spencer. Mr. Roche reiterated what has already been said and thanked them for their heroism and all those that were on site working the fire. Ms. Doherty stated that she stopped by the scene and it was amazing to see them all working and she commented that she appreciates them all. Mr. Feck stated that Mansfield has an amazing public safety department and they work well in the community. Mr. Loukos stated that he has lived here his whole life and they are always able to respond quickly and efficiently and thanked them for their service. Mr. Wilk thanked them and that sees them as an At team. Mr. Wilk noted that it was not yet 7pm and they would skip to agenda #20-22. 5. 7PM Public Hearing in Accordance of M.G.L. Chapter 140 Section 157 for a Dangerous Dog Complaint made by Mansfield Animal Control Officer for a dog owned by Richard Medeiros, 8 Pine Needie Lane Mr. Loukos read the public hearing notice for the record. The Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. at Town Hall in the Select Board's Meeting Room, 3 A/B, Mansfield, MA, in accordance with MGL, Chapter 140, Section 157 to hear a dog complaint against a dog owned by Richard Medeiros, 8 Pine Needle Lane, Mansfield, MA 02048; to determine whether the dog is nuisance dog or dangerous dog. The Select Board will make the meeting live on Mansfield Cable Access to ensure that interested members of the public can clearly follow the deliberations of the Select Board. Anyone wishing to be heard should appear at the time and place designated. Motion: To open the public hearing at 7:01PM
From the minutes
“Motion: Mr, Wilk as Chair of the Select Board. Passes 4:0 Mr. Wilk then asked for nominations for Vice-Chair. Mr. Loukos nominated Mr. Feck. Ms. Doherty seconded. Mr. Wilk then asked for a vote. Motion: Mr. Feck as Vice - Chair of the Select Board. Passes 4:0 Mr. Wilk asked for nominations of Clerk. Ms. Doherty nominated Mr. Loukos and it was seconded by Mr. Feck. Mr. Wilk then asked for a vote. Motion: Mr. Loukos as Clerk of the Select Board. Passes 4:0 3. Enter into Executive Session and Return to Open Session for the following reasons: > Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21, Exemption 2 to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with all non-union personnel > Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21, Exemption 3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with SPEA, USW Steelworkers Supervisory and USW Steelworkers Non-Supervisory if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares Motion: To enter into Executive Session and Return to Open Session for the following reasons Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21, Exemption 2 to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with all non-union personnel and Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21, Exemption 3 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with SPEA, USW Steelworkers Supervisory and USW Steelworkers Non- Supervisory if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares at 6:05PM. (Loukos/Feck) Roll Cali Vote: M. Feck - Aye K. Loukos - Aye Doherty - Aye Wilk - Aye Passes 4:0 Mr. Roche arrived at 6:31PM. The Board returned from Executive Session at 6:43PM. Select Board Meeting Minutes May 21, 2025 4. Recognition of James Spencer and Officer Sorge for the Willow Street Fire ‘Mr. Wilk read the proclamation from the Select Board to Officer Chris Sorge and then the one for resident James Spencer for their efforts with the Willow Street fire in April. Mr. Spencer was not in attendance however Chief Desrosiers will deliver the proclamation to him. Chief Sellon came forward and thanked Officer Sorge for his efforts every day not just on that one day. Chief Sellon then provided a summary of what occurred and the importance of Officer Sorge's quick response and his attention to duty. Chief Desrosiers then came forward and presented Officer Sorge with a citation and thanked him for his work and commitment to the community. Chief Desrosiers also read the citation he would be presenting to Mr. Spencer. Mr. Roche reiterated what has already been said and thanked them for their heroism and all those that were on site working the fire. Ms. Doherty stated that she stopped by the scene and it was amazing to see them all working and she commented that she appreciates them all. Mr. Feck stated that Mansfield has an amazing public safety department and they work well in the community. Mr. Loukos stated that he has lived here his whole life and they are always able to respond quickly and efficiently and thanked them for their service. Mr. Wilk thanked them and that sees them as an At team. Mr. Wilk noted that it was not yet 7pm and they would skip to agenda #20-22. 5. 7PM Public Hearing in Accordance of M.G.L. Chapter 140 Section 157 for a Dangerous Dog Complaint made by Mansfield Animal Control Officer for a dog owned by Richard Medeiros, 8 Pine Needie Lane Mr. Loukos read the public hearing notice for the record. The Select Board will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. at Town Hall in the Select Board's Meeting Room, 3 A/B, Mansfield, MA, in accordance with MGL, Chapter 140, Section 157 to hear a dog complaint against a dog owned by Richard Medeiros, 8 Pine Needle Lane, Mansfield, MA 02048; to determine whether the dog is nuisance dog or dangerous dog. The Select Board will make the meeting live on Mansfield Cable Access to ensure that interested members of the public can clearly follow the deliberations of the Select Board. Anyone wishing to be heard should appear at the time and place designated. Motion: To open the public hearing at 7:01PM.(Loukos/Doherty) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Doherty)
Close the public hearing at 7:16PM
To close the public hearing at 7:16PM
From the minutes
“Motion: To close the public hearing at 7:16PM. (Loukos/Doherty) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Doherty)
Approve the fee structure of $13,000 a month with Harrington Heep LLP for Town Counsel Legal Services as presented in the packet. (Loukos/Doherty) Motion Amended: To approve the fee structure of $13,0
To approve the fee structure of $13,000 a month with Harrington Heep LLP for Town Counsel Legal Services as presented in the packet. (Loukos/Doherty) Motion Amended: To approve the fee structure of $13,000 a month with Harrington Heep LLP for Town Counsel Legal Services as presented in the packet effective July 1, 2026
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve the fee structure of $13,000 a month with Harrington Heep LLP for Town Counsel Legal Services as presented in the packet. (Loukos/Doherty) Motion Amended: To approve the fee structure of $13,000 a month with Harrington Heep LLP for Town Counsel Legal Services as presented in the packet effective July 1, 2026. (Loukos/Doherty) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Doherty)
Approve the Albertini Well PFAS Project as presented
To approve the Albertini Well PFAS Project as presented
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve the Albertini Well PFAS Project as presented. (Loukos/Feck) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Feck)
Approve a 6% water rate increase effective May 21, 2025
To approve a 6% water rate increase effective May 21, 2025
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve a 6% water rate increase effective May 21, 2025. (Loukos/Feck) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Feck)
Appoint Tobey Lovett to the Keep Mansfield Beautiful Committee to an unexpired term to expire on December 31, 2027
To appoint Tobey Lovett to the Keep Mansfield Beautiful Committee to an unexpired term to expire on December 31, 2027
From the minutes
“Motion: To appoint Tobey Lovett to the Keep Mansfield Beautiful Committee to an unexpired term to expire on December 31, 2027. (Loukos/Roche) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Roche)
Designate the Town Moderator as a Special Municipal Employee
To designate the Town Moderator as a Special Municipal Employee
From the minutes
“Motion: To designate the Town Moderator as a Special Municipal Employee. (Loukos/Doherty) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Doherty)
Appoint Maureen Doherty to the Mansfield Foxboro Norton Wastewater District Commission to a three-year term to expire on June 30, 2028
To appoint Maureen Doherty to the Mansfield Foxboro Norton Wastewater District Commission to a three-year term to expire on June 30, 2028
From the minutes
“Motion: To appoint Maureen Doherty to the Mansfield Foxboro Norton Wastewater District Commission to a three-year term to expire on June 30, 2028. (Loukos/Roche) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Roche)
Approve the consent agenda
To approve the consent agenda
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve the consent agenda. (Loukos/Doherty) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Doherty)
Approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 2545PT in the amount of $979,197.94
To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 2545PT in the amount of $979,197.94
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve Town Payroll/Town Medicaid Payroll 2545PT in the amount of $979,197.94. (Loukos/Doherty) Passes 5:0.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Doherty)
Approve School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 2545PS in the amount of $1,896,590.90
To approve School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 2545PS in the amount of $1,896,590.90
Yes: Feck, Loukos, Roche, WilkAbstained: Doherty
From the minutes
“Motion: To approve School Payroll/School Medicaid Payroll 2545PS in the amount of $1,896,590.90. (Loukos/Doherty) Passes 4:0:1 (Doherty Abstain.” (Motion: Loukos, second: Doherty)
From the Mansfield Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every count against the members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Member photos: Mark Corsillo from his campaign website; Kostas Loukos from The Sun Chronicle; Brendan Roche from Run for Something; Walter Wilk from The Sun Chronicle (March 2024); Michael Feck cropped from a captioned submitted photo in The Sun Chronicle (September 2026).
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