November 21, 2023

“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens that the Select Board acquire by eminent domain, for municipal purposes, more specifically various road, and road related improvements and repairs, as authorized pursuant to Article 6 and 7 of the October 10, 2023 Session of the Maynard Special Town Meeting and further to authorize the Chair, Chris DiSilva, to execute and enter into any and all documents necessary to effectuate the acquisition of said property: A permanent easement for all purposes for which public ways are used in the Town of Maynard, including the installation and maintenance of utilities, over, in, under, through, and upon those parcels of land depicted as "Fletcher Street Area = 17,518 SQ. FT. (0.402 ACRES)", on a plan of land entitled "Plan of Land in Maynard Massachusetts" prepared by VHB, Inc. 101 Walnut Street P.O. Box 9151 Watertown, MA 02471-9151 dated August 29, 2023 to be recorded in the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds; "Heights Terrace Area = 10,930 S.F. (0.251 ACRES)", on a plan of land entitled "Plan of Land in Maynard Massachusetts" prepared by VHB, Inc. 101 Walnut Street P.O. Box 9151 Watertown, MA 02471-9151 dated August 29, 2023 to be recorded in the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds; and "Allan Drive Area= 30,925 S.F. (0.710 ACRES)" on a plan of land entitled "Plan of Land in Maynard Massachusetts" prepared by VHB, Inc. 101 Walnut Street P.O. Box 9151 Watertown, MA 02471-9151 dated August 8, 2023 to be recorded in the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, (collectively the "Plans"); and A permanent easement over, in, through, under, and upon that portion of the Property depicted as "Proposed Roadway Easement A" on a plan entitled: "Plan of Land in Maynard Massachusetts" dated August 29, 2023, prepared by VBH, Inc., 101 Walnut Street P.O. Box 9151 Watertown, MA 02471- 9151, to be recorded in the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds; and A permanent easement over, in, through, under, and upon that portion of the Property depicted as "Proposed Roadway Easement B" on a plan entitled: "Plan of Land in Maynard Massachusetts" dated August 29, 2023, prepared by VBH, Inc., 101 Walnut Street P.O. Box 9151 Watertown, MA 02471- 9151, to be recorded in the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds; and And further that the Board determine that no persons will sustain damages in their property by reason of the herein taking, all in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L., Chapter 79, Section 6, as amended, and pursuant to a certain Waiver and Release executed by the record owners of 17 Riverview Avenue and 4 Heights Terrace and award no damages in accordance with this determination. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: Stevens)

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“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve Consent Agenda Items A and B, as presented contingent upon completion of all necessary requirements and 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: Gavin, second: Stevens)

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“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St John to approve Benjamin Zauski to the Capital Planning Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2026. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: John)

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“A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve the temporary free parking at meters for 2 (two) hours from Nov. 25 through Dec. 31, 2023. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: John, second: Gavin)

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“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St. John to approve the application for the use of $15,000 from the Cultural District Enhancement Fund (CDEF) by the Maynard Library for landscaping improvements at the Library, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures 1f approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: John)

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“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the Special Education Stabilization Fund transfer request submitted by the Maynard School Committee for Special Education Transportation, Tuition, and Out of District Tuition in the amount of $213,000 as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: Stevens)

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“A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the contract with Huntress Associates, Inc. for the Alumni Field Bleachers and Facilities Project Designer in the amount of $148,000 as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: John, second: Stevens)

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“A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Mr. Gavin to authorize the Town Administrator to approve an extension to the renewal license agreement with Verizon New England Inc. until December 31, 2023. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Stevens, second: Gavin)

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“A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Ms. Swanberg to authorize the Town of Maynard to enter into and be bound by the Project Funding Agreement (PFA) for the Green Meadow Elementary School (MSBA Project No. 201901740010) as presented, authorizing Chris DiSilva, Maynard Select Board Chair, to execute the agreement on behalf of the Town and to bind the Town to its terms. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: John, second: Swanberg)

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“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. St. John to accept and approve Correspondences A through B as shown. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: John)

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“A motion was made by Ms. St. John and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to accept and approve the meeting minutes of November 8, 2023 as shown. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: John, second: Swanberg)

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