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September 2, 2025
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: David Gavin, Jeffrey Swanberg, Mike Stevens, Chris DiSilva, Lindsay McConchie
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Meeting Minutes
Enter Executive Session to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel: Director of Public Works; and To consider the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real...
A motion was made by Mr. Gavin and seconded by Mr. Stevens to enter Executive Session to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel: Director of Public Works; 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: 141 Parker Street 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 enter Executive Session to conduct strategy in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel: Director of Public Works; 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: 141 Parker Street Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Gavin, second: Stevens)
Approve Consent Agenda Items A through C, as presented, contingent upon adherence to all federal, state and local public health and safety guidance
A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve Consent Agenda Items A through C, 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. Stevens and seconded by Ms. McConchie to approve Consent Agenda Items A through C, 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: Stevens, second: McConchie)
Approve the amended filming request by Ghost Pig Inc., as presented, for use of a portion of High Street and the Rail Trail as well as parking spaces on Main Street and Nason Street on or about...
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the amended filming request by Ghost Pig Inc., as presented, for use of a portion of High Street and the Rail Trail as well as parking spaces on Main Street and Nason Street on or about September 19, 2025, 7:00am - 11:00pm. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the amended filming request by Ghost Pig Inc., as presented, for use of a portion of High Street and the Rail Trail as well as parking spaces on Main Street and Nason Street on or about September 19, 2025, 7:00am - 11:00pm. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: Stevens)
Accept the gift of trees from the Maynard Tree Corps to be planted in Coolidge Park at the discretion and direction of the Tree Warden
A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Ms. McConchie to accept the gift of trees from the Maynard Tree Corps to be planted in Coolidge Park at the discretion and direction of the Tree Warden. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Ms. McConchie to accept the gift of trees from the Maynard Tree Corps to be planted in Coolidge Park at the discretion and direction of the Tree Warden. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Stevens, second: McConchie)
Approve the new Common Victualler License for Barrels and Vines LLC, at 115 Main Street R. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to approve the new Common Victualler License for Barrels and Vines LLC, at 115 Main Street R. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to approve the new Common Victualler License for Barrels and Vines LLC, at 115 Main Street R. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: Swanberg)
Authorize the Town Administrator to pursue legal action for injunction to secure the property, in accordance with the guidance of Town Counsel; the property owner has until 12:00pm on Wednesday,...
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. McConchie to authorize the Town Administrator to pursue legal action for injunction to secure the property, in accordance with the guidance of Town Counsel; the property owner has until 12:00pm on Wednesday, September 10th to remove all debris, trash, vegetation and trees that cause the property to be determined as blight according to the Building Commissioner. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Ms. McConchie to authorize the Town Administrator to pursue legal action for injunction to secure the property, in accordance with the guidance of Town Counsel; the property owner has until 12:00pm on Wednesday, September 10th to remove all debris, trash, vegetation and trees that cause the property to be determined as blight according to the Building Commissioner. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: McConchie)
Close the public hearing at 8:40pm
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. Stevens to close the public hearing at 8:40pm Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. Stevens to close the public hearing at 8:40pm Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: Stevens)
Approve the Section 15 Off-Premises Wine and Malt Beverages application for RFS Store 140, Inc. DBA Richdale Food Shops at 5 Waltham Street
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Stevens to approve the Section 15 Off-Premises Wine and Malt Beverages application for RFS Store 140, Inc. DBA Richdale Food Shops at 5 Waltham Street. 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. Stevens to approve the Section 15 Off-Premises Wine and Malt Beverages application for RFS Store 140, Inc. DBA Richdale Food Shops at 5 Waltham Street. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: Stevens)
Authorize the Town Administrator's Office to distribute the Section 15 Off-Premises Wine and Malt Beverages License for RFS Store 140, Inc. DBA Richdale Food Shops at 5 Waltham Street upon...
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to authorize the Town Administrator's Office to distribute the Section 15 Off-Premises Wine and Malt Beverages License for RFS Store 140, Inc. DBA Richdale Food Shops at 5 Waltham Street upon approval from the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC). 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. Swanberg to authorize the Town Administrator's Office to distribute the Section 15 Off-Premises Wine and Malt Beverages License for RFS Store 140, Inc. DBA Richdale Food Shops at 5 Waltham Street upon approval from the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC). Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: Swanberg)
Close the public hearing at 8:48pm
A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to close the public hearing at 8:48pm. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. Swanberg and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to close the public hearing at 8:48pm. Voted by roll call: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Swanberg, second: DiSilva)
Accept the following Draft Controls: (A) Acceptance of Legislation Increase of Survivor's 101 Benefit (B) By-Law Amendment: Maynard High School Scholarship Committee (C) Accept Provisions of c....
A motion was made by Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Stevens to accept the following Draft Controls: (A) Acceptance of Legislation Increase of Survivor's 101 Benefit (B) By-Law Amendment: Maynard High School Scholarship Committee (C) Accept Provisions of c. 138 § 12D Allow Transfer of On-Premises Wine and Malt Liquor Licenses to All-Alcohol Beverage Licenses (D) Authorize Lease-License of Municipal Property for Solar Photovoltaic Installation (E) Authorization to Enter Tax Agreement for Town and School Property (I) Rescind Authorized and Unissued Debt (J) Transfer of PFAS Settlement Funds 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 Ms. McConchie and seconded by Mr. Stevens to accept the following Draft Controls: (A) Acceptance of Legislation Increase of Survivor's 101 Benefit (B) By-Law Amendment: Maynard High School Scholarship Committee (C) Accept Provisions of c. 138 § 12D Allow Transfer of On-Premises Wine and Malt Liquor Licenses to All-Alcohol Beverage Licenses (D) Authorize Lease-License of Municipal Property for Solar Photovoltaic Installation (E) Authorization to Enter Tax Agreement for Town and School Property (I) Rescind Authorized and Unissued Debt (J) Transfer of PFAS Settlement Funds as shown, and forward to the Finance Committee for review and comments. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: McConchie, second: Stevens)
Draft Controls
Accept Correspondence A as shown
A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Stevens to accept Correspondence A as shown. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Stevens to accept Correspondence A as shown. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: DiSilva, second: Stevens)
Approve the meeting minutes of July 15, 2025, as shown
A motion was made by Mr. Stevens and seconded by Mr. DiSilva to approve the meeting minutes of July 15, 2025, as shown. 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. DiSilva to approve the meeting minutes of July 15, 2025, as shown. Authorizing use of digital signatures if approved. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: Stevens, second: DiSilva)
Adjourn
A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to adjourn the meeting at 9:47pm. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
From the minutes
“A motion was made by Mr. DiSilva and seconded by Mr. Swanberg to adjourn the meeting at 9:47pm. Voted: Motion carried unanimously, 5-0..” (Motion: DiSilva, second: Swanberg)
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