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September 4, 2024
15 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: The minutes list Mike Stevens as absent.
Present: Jeffrey Swanberg, Chris DiSilva, David Gavin, Lindsay McConchie
Absent: Mike Stevens
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or of the public body and the chair so...
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or of the public body and the chair so declares: relative to IAFF Locals 1947 Fire Fighters; and to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body: 1 Summer Street. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 3-0 (Mr. Swanberg absent during vote, but arrived during Executive Session).
Yes: DiSilva, Gavin, McConchieThe minutes say Jeffrey Swanberg was not present for this vote, so that member is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to enter Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or of the public body and the chair so declares: relative to IAFF Locals 1947 Fire Fighters; and to consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body: 1 Summer Street. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 3-0 (Mr. Swanberg absent during vote, but arrived during Executive Session)..” (Motion: Gavin, second: McConchie)
Approve Consent Agenda Items A through D, 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. DiSilva to approve Consent Agenda Items A through D, as presented, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state and local public health and safety guidance. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to approve Consent Agenda Items A through D, as presented, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state and local public health and safety guidance. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: DiSilva)
Approve the use of Memorial Park by the Cultural Council, Maynard Cultural District Committee for a Bocce Tournament on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, contingent upon adherence...
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to approve the use of Memorial Park by the Cultural Council, Maynard Cultural District Committee for a Bocce Tournament on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state and local public health and safety guidelines, authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried, 3-0 (Ms. McConchie recused herself from this agenda item).
Yes: DiSilva, Gavin, SwanbergThe minutes say Lindsay McConchie stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to approve the use of Memorial Park by the Cultural Council, Maynard Cultural District Committee for a Bocce Tournament on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state and local public health and safety guidelines, authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried, 3-0 (Ms. McConchie recused herself from this agenda item)..” (Motion: Gavin, second: DiSilva)
Appoint Chris Kline to the Planning Board as an Alternate with a term expiring June 30, 2028
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Gavin to appoint Chris Kline to the Planning Board as an Alternate with a term expiring June 30, 2028. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Gavin to appoint Chris Kline to the Planning Board as an Alternate with a term expiring June 30, 2028. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: Gavin)
Approve a Proclamation honoring Jim Coleman for his long-time public service to the people of Maynard, as presented
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve a Proclamation honoring Jim Coleman for his long-time public service to the people of Maynard, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve a Proclamation honoring Jim Coleman for his long-time public service to the people of Maynard, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: Gavin)
Approve Change Order 1 with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for water service inventory and assessment in the amount of $113,610
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve Change Order 1 with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for water service inventory and assessment in the amount of $113,610. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve Change Order 1 with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for water service inventory and assessment in the amount of $113,610. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: McConchie)
Approve the Cannabis Social Equity Policy and related Local Approval Process for social equity applicants for marijuana licenses, as presented
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve the Cannabis Social Equity Policy and related Local Approval Process for social equity applicants for marijuana licenses, as presented. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve the Cannabis Social Equity Policy and related Local Approval Process for social equity applicants for marijuana licenses, as presented. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: Gavin)
Approve the Host Community Agreement with Sugarloaf Maynard, LLC, for a proposed Registered Marijuana Dispensary to be located at 25 Nason Street, as presented
A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve the Host Community Agreement with Sugarloaf Maynard, LLC, for a proposed Registered Marijuana Dispensary to be located at 25 Nason Street, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve the Host Community Agreement with Sugarloaf Maynard, LLC, for a proposed Registered Marijuana Dispensary to be located at 25 Nason Street, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: DiSilva, second: McConchie)
Approve the Host Community Agreement with Mass Wellspring LLC, for a proposed Registered Marijuana Dispensary, located at 17 Nason Street, as presented
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve the Host Community Agreement with Mass Wellspring LLC, for a proposed Registered Marijuana Dispensary, located at 17 Nason Street, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve the Host Community Agreement with Mass Wellspring LLC, for a proposed Registered Marijuana Dispensary, located at 17 Nason Street, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: McConchie)
Authorize the Town Administrator to expend no greater than $10,000.00 to attain a land-area calculation of eligible affordable housing in relation to the town's overall housing stock
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to authorize the Town Administrator to expend no greater than $10,000.00 to attain a land-area calculation of eligible affordable housing in relation to the town's overall housing stock. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to authorize the Town Administrator to expend no greater than $10,000.00 to attain a land-area calculation of eligible affordable housing in relation to the town's overall housing stock. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: McConchie)
The following items were discussed
Accept the following Draft Controls: (A) Amend the Town General Fund Budget Fiscal Year 2025 (B) Community Preservation Reserve Fund Appropriations: Lorenzo Maynard Water Trough and Ice House...
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to accept the following Draft Controls: (A) Amend the Town General Fund Budget Fiscal Year 2025 (B) Community Preservation Reserve Fund Appropriations: Lorenzo Maynard Water Trough and Ice House Landing (C) Debt Exclusion and Bonding Authorization, New Bleachers and Associated Facilities (D) Home Rule Petition - Special Legislation Liquor License Maynard Corner Store, 49 Walnut Street (E) Water Retained Earnings Transfer for Capital Equipment (F) Acquisition of Sewer Utility Easements (G) Sewer Retained Earnings Transfer for Wastewater Treatment Plant Analysis (H) Adoption of Enterprise Fund for Solid Waste and Recycling Services Program as shown, and forward to the Finance Committee for review and comments. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to accept the following Draft Controls: (A) Amend the Town General Fund Budget Fiscal Year 2025 (B) Community Preservation Reserve Fund Appropriations: Lorenzo Maynard Water Trough and Ice House Landing (C) Debt Exclusion and Bonding Authorization, New Bleachers and Associated Facilities (D) Home Rule Petition - Special Legislation Liquor License Maynard Corner Store, 49 Walnut Street (E) Water Retained Earnings Transfer for Capital Equipment (F) Acquisition of Sewer Utility Easements (G) Sewer Retained Earnings Transfer for Wastewater Treatment Plant Analysis (H) Adoption of Enterprise Fund for Solid Waste and Recycling Services Program as shown, and forward to the Finance Committee for review and comments. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: DiSilva)
Draft Controls
Approve the Warrant for Special Town Meeting 2024 and authorize the town administrator to edit comments as noted in tonight's meeting
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve the Warrant for Special Town Meeting 2024 and authorize the town administrator to edit comments as noted in tonight's meeting. Authorizing use of Digital Signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve the Warrant for Special Town Meeting 2024 and authorize the town administrator to edit comments as noted in tonight's meeting. Authorizing use of Digital Signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: Gavin)
Accept Correspondences A through E as shown
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to accept Correspondences A through E as shown. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to accept Correspondences A through E as shown. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: McConchie)
Approve the meeting minutes of August 6 and August 20, 2024, as shown
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve the meeting minutes of August 6 and August 20, 2024, as shown. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve the meeting minutes of August 6 and August 20, 2024, as shown. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: Gavin)
Adjourn
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. Gavin to adjourn the meeting at 10:45pm Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. Gavin to adjourn the meeting at 10:45pm Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 4-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: Gavin)
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