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September 5, 2023
21 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Chris DiSilva, Justine St. John, Mike Stevens, David Gavin, Jeffrey Swanberg
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Meeting Minutes
Enter into Executive Session to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel: Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief
A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Gavin to enter into Executive Session to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel: Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Gavin to enter into Executive Session to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel: Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: John, second: Gavin)
Approve the Consent Agenda Items A and B, as presented, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state, and local public health and safety guidance
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the Consent Agenda Items A and B, as presented, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state, and local public health and safety guidance. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the Consent Agenda Items A and B, as presented, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state, and local public health and safety guidance. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: Stevens)
Approve the use of 32 Lincoln Street by Ethan Charles for film production on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 6:00am to 8:00pm, with a rain date of September 17, 2023, contingent upon adherence to...
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the use of 32 Lincoln Street by Ethan Charles for film production on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 6:00am to 8:00pm, with a rain date of September 17, 2023, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state and local public health and safety guidelines, authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the use of 32 Lincoln Street by Ethan Charles for film production on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 6:00am to 8:00pm, with a rain date of September 17, 2023, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state and local public health and safety guidelines, authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: John)
Appoint Josh Morse and Ken Neuhauser to the Green Meadow School Building Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2026
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. Stevens to appoint Josh Morse and Ken Neuhauser to the Green Meadow School Building Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2026. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. Stevens to appoint Josh Morse and Ken Neuhauser to the Green Meadow School Building Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2026. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: Stevens)
Approve the application for the use of $7,418 from the Cultural District Enhancement Fund (CDEF) by the Economic Development Committee for a project to add and repair directional wayfinding...
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the application for the use of $7,418 from the Cultural District Enhancement Fund (CDEF) by the Economic Development Committee for a project to add and repair directional wayfinding signage to Downtown and the Cultural District, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the application for the use of $7,418 from the Cultural District Enhancement Fund (CDEF) by the Economic Development Committee for a project to add and repair directional wayfinding signage to Downtown and the Cultural District, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: John)
Approve the Middlesex County Chiefs of Police Association Interagency Mutual Aid Agreement with the Town of Maynard as presented
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the Middlesex County Chiefs of Police Association Interagency Mutual Aid Agreement with the Town of Maynard as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the Middlesex County Chiefs of Police Association Interagency Mutual Aid Agreement with the Town of Maynard as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: John)
Approve the Personnel Employment Agreement with Michael Noble as Chief of Police, effective July 1, 2023 to remain in full force and effect until June 30, 2026
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the Personnel Employment Agreement with Michael Noble as Chief of Police, effective July 1, 2023 to remain in full force and effect until June 30, 2026. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the Personnel Employment Agreement with Michael Noble as Chief of Police, effective July 1, 2023 to remain in full force and effect until June 30, 2026. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: John)
Approve the Personnel Employment Agreement with Christopher Troiano as Deputy Chief of Police, effective July 1, 2023 to remain in full force and effect until June 30, 2026
A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to approve the Personnel Employment Agreement with Christopher Troiano as Deputy Chief of Police, effective July 1, 2023 to remain in full force and effect until June 30, 2026. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to approve the Personnel Employment Agreement with Christopher Troiano as Deputy Chief of Police, effective July 1, 2023 to remain in full force and effect until June 30, 2026. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: John, second: Swanberg)
Approve extension to Host Community Agreement (HCA) with Sugarloaf for a new term to expire January 23, 2025
A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to approve extension to Host Community Agreement (HCA) with Sugarloaf for a new term to expire January 23, 2025. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to approve extension to Host Community Agreement (HCA) with Sugarloaf for a new term to expire January 23, 2025. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Stevens, second: Swanberg)
Approve the contract with Colliers International, Inc. for Owner's Project Manager (OPM) Services for the Alumni Field Bleachers Project in the amount not to exceed $100,000.00, as presented
A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to approve the contract with Colliers International, Inc. for Owner's Project Manager (OPM) Services for the Alumni Field Bleachers Project in the amount not to exceed $100,000.00, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to approve the contract with Colliers International, Inc. for Owner's Project Manager (OPM) Services for the Alumni Field Bleachers Project in the amount not to exceed $100,000.00, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: John, second: Swanberg)
Approve the Purchase and Sales Agreement with Black Rock Galleries for the disposition of 1 Summer Street, Maynard, as presented
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the Purchase and Sales Agreement with Black Rock Galleries for the disposition of 1 Summer Street, Maynard, as presented. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the Purchase and Sales Agreement with Black Rock Galleries for the disposition of 1 Summer Street, Maynard, as presented. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: John)
Approve the amendment (#1) for the MS4 Compliance Support Engineering Contract between the Town of Maynard and Vanasse Hangen Brustlin (VHB) for year six of the Town of Maynard's MS4 storm water...
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the amendment (#1) for the MS4 Compliance Support Engineering Contract between the Town of Maynard and Vanasse Hangen Brustlin (VHB) for year six of the Town of Maynard's MS4 storm water management program, effective July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024, in the amount of $96,200.00. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the amendment (#1) for the MS4 Compliance Support Engineering Contract between the Town of Maynard and Vanasse Hangen Brustlin (VHB) for year six of the Town of Maynard's MS4 storm water management program, effective July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024, in the amount of $96,200.00. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: John)
Accept the Department of Public Works FY 2024 Pavement Management Plan for a total value of $522,889.36, as presented
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. St. John to accept the Department of Public Works FY 2024 Pavement Management Plan for a total value of $522,889.36, as presented. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. St. John to accept the Department of Public Works FY 2024 Pavement Management Plan for a total value of $522,889.36, as presented. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: John)
Approve the Green Meadow School Building Committee membership list, as presented
A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to approve the Green Meadow School Building Committee membership list, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to approve the Green Meadow School Building Committee membership list, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: John, second: Swanberg)
Accept the following Draft Controls: (E) Amend the Town General Fund Budget Fiscal Year 2024 (F) Transfer from Capital Stabilization for HVAC System Replacement at the Fowler School (I) Proposed...
A motion was made by M.s St. John and seconded by Mr. Gavin to accept the following Draft Controls: (E) Amend the Town General Fund Budget Fiscal Year 2024 (F) Transfer from Capital Stabilization for HVAC System Replacement at the Fowler School (I) Proposed Roadway Easements as shown, and forward to the Finance Committee for review and comments. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by M.s St. John and seconded by Mr. Gavin to accept the following Draft Controls: (E) Amend the Town General Fund Budget Fiscal Year 2024 (F) Transfer from Capital Stabilization for HVAC System Replacement at the Fowler School (I) Proposed Roadway Easements as shown, and forward to the Finance Committee for review and comments. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: John, second: Gavin)
Controls
Accept and approve Article 115, acceptance of grant of easements, as presented, and to rename it Article J
A motion was made by David Gavin and seconded by Justine St. John to accept and approve Article 115, acceptance of grant of easements, as presented, and to rename it Article J. Voted: unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by David Gavin and seconded by Justine St. John to accept and approve Article 115, acceptance of grant of easements, as presented, and to rename it Article J. Voted: unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: John)
Approve the Warrant for Annual Town Meeting 2023, as presented with the inclusion of Article J. Authorizing use of Digital Signatures if approved
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the Warrant for Annual Town Meeting 2023, as presented with the inclusion of Article J. Authorizing use of Digital Signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried 4-1 (Ms. St. John against)
Yes: DiSilva, Gavin, Stevens, SwanbergNo: John
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the Warrant for Annual Town Meeting 2023, as presented with the inclusion of Article J. Authorizing use of Digital Signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried 4-1 (Ms. St. John against).” (Motion: Gavin, second: Stevens)
Adopt the application policy and procedures for a Performance Recognition Program, per drafted memorandum, in preparation for the Special Town Meeting, October 10, 2023
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St. John to adopt the application policy and procedures for a Performance Recognition Program, per drafted memorandum, in preparation for the Special Town Meeting, October 10, 2023. Voted by roll call: Motion carried 4-1. (Mr. Gavin against)
Yes: DiSilva, John, Stevens, SwanbergNo: GavinThe minutes record “Motion carried 4-1. (Mr. Gavin against)”; with five members present, the other four are shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St. John to adopt the application policy and procedures for a Performance Recognition Program, per drafted memorandum, in preparation for the Special Town Meeting, October 10, 2023. Voted by roll call: Motion carried 4-1. (Mr. Gavin against).” (Motion: Swanberg, second: John)
Accept and approve Correspondences A through C as shown
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. St. John to accept and approve Correspondences A through C as shown. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. St. John to accept and approve Correspondences A through C as shown. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: John)
Accept and approve the meeting minutes of August 15, 2023 as shown
A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Gavin to accept and approve the meeting minutes of August 15, 2023 as shown. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Gavin to accept and approve the meeting minutes of August 15, 2023 as shown. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: John, second: Gavin)
Adjourn
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin seconded by Ms. St. John to adjourn the meeting at 10:18pm. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin seconded by Ms. St. John to adjourn the meeting at 10:18pm. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: John)
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