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October 1, 2024
14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Jeffrey Swanberg, Lindsay McConchie, Mike Stevens, Chris DiSilva, David Gavin
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Meeting Minutes
Enter Executive Session to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel: Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief; And, to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations...
A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Mr. Gavin to enter Executive Session to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel: Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief; And, to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with collective bargaining unit: NEPBA Local 114 Public Safety Telecommunicators. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Mr. Gavin to enter Executive Session to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel: Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief; And, to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with collective bargaining unit: NEPBA Local 114 Public Safety Telecommunicators. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Stevens, second: Gavin)
Public Comments
Approve the block party on Lincoln Street on Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 11:00am to 7:00pm, as presented, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state and local public health and safety...
A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the block party on Lincoln Street on Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 11:00am to 7:00pm, as presented, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state and local public health and safety guidance as well as receipt of relevant liability coverage. 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. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the block party on Lincoln Street on Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 11:00am to 7:00pm, as presented, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state and local public health and safety guidance as well as receipt of relevant liability coverage. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: DiSilva, second: Stevens)
Accept and approve the planting of trees and other landscaping donated by the Maynard Tree Corps, as presented, contingent upon adherence to conditions directed by the Director of Public Works
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to accept and approve the planting of trees and other landscaping donated by the Maynard Tree Corps, as presented, contingent upon adherence to conditions directed by the Director of Public Works. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to accept and approve the planting of trees and other landscaping donated by the Maynard Tree Corps, as presented, contingent upon adherence to conditions directed by the Director of Public Works. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: Stevens)
Approve the one-day special license for the sale of alcoholic beverages by Amory's Tomb at Memorial Park in conjunction with the Bocce Tournament on October 19, 2024, from 2:00-6:00pm
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the one-day special license for the sale of alcoholic beverages by Amory's Tomb at Memorial Park in conjunction with the Bocce Tournament on October 19, 2024, from 2:00-6:00pm. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried, 4-0 (Ms. McConchie abstained).
Yes: DiSilva, Gavin, Stevens, SwanbergAbstained: McConchie
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the one-day special license for the sale of alcoholic beverages by Amory's Tomb at Memorial Park in conjunction with the Bocce Tournament on October 19, 2024, from 2:00-6:00pm. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried, 4-0 (Ms. McConchie abstained)..” (Motion: Gavin, second: Stevens)
Approve the installation of the Amory Grove historical marker at the Maynard Fire Station, 30 Sudbury Street, subject to evaluation of the amendments of the content of the text
A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve the installation of the Amory Grove historical marker at the Maynard Fire Station, 30 Sudbury Street, subject to evaluation of the amendments of the content of the text. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve the installation of the Amory Grove historical marker at the Maynard Fire Station, 30 Sudbury Street, subject to evaluation of the amendments of the content of the text. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Stevens, second: McConchie)
Committee, which covered
Approve the application for the use of $3,000 from the Cultural District Enhancement Fund (CDEF) by the Maynard Tree Committee for urban canopy enhancements, authorize the Town Administrator to...
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to approve the application for the use of $3,000 from the Cultural District Enhancement Fund (CDEF) by the Maynard Tree Committee for urban canopy enhancements, authorize the Town Administrator to use an additional $6,000 for commitment to the matching grant, and the re-allocation of previously granted funds, 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 Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to approve the application for the use of $3,000 from the Cultural District Enhancement Fund (CDEF) by the Maynard Tree Committee for urban canopy enhancements, authorize the Town Administrator to use an additional $6,000 for commitment to the matching grant, and the re-allocation of previously granted funds, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: DiSilva)
Approve the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) Local 114 Public Safety Telecommunicators, for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027, as presented
A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) Local 114 Public Safety Telecommunicators, for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027, 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. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) Local 114 Public Safety Telecommunicators, for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027, as presented. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: DiSilva, second: Stevens)
Approve the contract (#1474) with BETA Group, Inc. for engineering services for a sidewalk and curb ramp management plan in the amount of $62,000.00, as presented
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve the contract (#1474) with BETA Group, Inc. for engineering services for a sidewalk and curb ramp management plan in the amount of $62,000.00, as presented. Authorizing the 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. McConchie to approve the contract (#1474) with BETA Group, Inc. for engineering services for a sidewalk and curb ramp management plan in the amount of $62,000.00, as presented. Authorizing the use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: McConchie)
Approve message from the Select Board to Town Meeting voters, as presented, for the Special Town Meeting scheduled for October 7, 2024
A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve message from the Select Board to Town Meeting voters, as presented, for the Special Town Meeting scheduled for October 7, 2024. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Mr. Gavin to approve message from the Select Board to Town Meeting voters, as presented, for the Special Town Meeting scheduled for October 7, 2024. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Stevens, second: Gavin)
Grant a license to the School Department for the installation of geothermal wells panels and related equipment for the Green Meadow Elementary School on the parcel of land located on Great Road as...
A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Gavin that the Select Board grant a license to the School Department for the installation of geothermal wells panels and related equipment for the Green Meadow Elementary School on the parcel of land located on Great Road as shown on the attached plan and further authorize the chair to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the purpose of this vote. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Gavin that the Select Board grant a license to the School Department for the installation of geothermal wells panels and related equipment for the Green Meadow Elementary School on the parcel of land located on Great Road as shown on the attached plan and further authorize the chair to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the purpose of this vote. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: DiSilva, second: Gavin)
Approve the Fiscal Year 2026 policy statement as presented
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the Fiscal Year 2026 policy statement as presented. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the Fiscal Year 2026 policy statement as presented. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: Stevens)
Accept Correspondences A and B as shown
A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to accept Correspondences A and B as shown. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to accept Correspondences A and B as shown. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Stevens, second: DiSilva)
Approve the meeting minutes of September 17 and 24, 2024, as shown
A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve the meeting minutes of September 17 and 24, 2024, as shown. 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. DiSilva and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve the meeting minutes of September 17 and 24, 2024, as shown. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: DiSilva, second: McConchie)
Adjourn
A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Gavin to adjourn the meeting at 10:06pm. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Gavin to adjourn the meeting at 10:06pm. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: DiSilva, second: Gavin)
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