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February 3, 2020
13 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: John Foresto, Glenn Trindade, Dennis Crowley, Richard D’Innocenzo, Maryjane White
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approval of Minutes
Approve the minutes of January 21, 2020
Selectman Trindade moved that the Board approve the minutes of January 21, 2020.
From the minutes
“Selectman Trindade moved that the Board approve the minutes of January 21, 2020. Selectman White seconded. Discussion. Selectman Foresto requested clarification that Tri-County spent $730,000 more than was provided. Mr. Boynton confirmed this was not more than the total net spending. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: White)
Approval: Contract Amendment with Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects (GRLA) for the Town-Wide Facility Study - $240,000
Approve and authorize the chair to execute the contract amendment with Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects for the Town-Wide Facility Study as presented
Selectman Trindade moved that the Board approve and authorize the chair to execute the contract amendment with Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects for the Town-Wide Facility Study as presented.
From the minutes
“Selectman Trindade moved that the Board approve and authorize the chair to execute the contract amendment with Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects for the Town-Wide Facility Study as presented. Selectman D’Innocenzo seconded. No Discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: D’Innocenzo)
Authorize the expenditure of the Emergency Management Preparedness Grant funds for emergency preparedness supplies in the amount of $3,500 as presented
Selectman Trindade moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Emergency Management Preparedness Grant funds for emergency preparedness supplies in the amount of $3,500 as presented.
From the minutes
“Selectman Trindade moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Emergency Management Preparedness Grant funds for emergency preparedness supplies in the amount of $3,500 as presented. Selectman D’Innocenzo seconded. No Discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: D’Innocenzo)
Authorize the expenditure of the Fiscal Year 2020 Housing Choice Community Capital Grant for the West Street Sidewalk Connection Project associated with the Glen Brook Way Development in the...
Selectman Trindade moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Fiscal Year 2020 Housing Choice Community Capital Grant for the West Street Sidewalk Connection Project associated with the Glen Brook Way Development in the amount of $40,000 as presented.
From the minutes
“Selectman Trindade moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Fiscal Year 2020 Housing Choice Community Capital Grant for the West Street Sidewalk Connection Project associated with the Glen Brook Way Development in the amount of $40,000 as presented. Selectman D’Innocenzo seconded. No Discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: D’Innocenzo)
Authorize the expenditure of the Exelon donation for roadway improvements from Village and Main Streets to the Bellingham town-line in the amount of $40,000 as presented
Selectman Trindade moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Exelon donation for roadway improvements from Village and Main Streets to the Bellingham town-line in the amount of $40,000 as presented.
Yes: D’Innocenzo, Foresto, Trindade, WhiteNo: Crowley
From the minutes
“Selectman Trindade moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Exelon donation for roadway improvements from Village and Main Streets to the Bellingham town-line in the amount of $40,000 as presented. Selectman D’Innocenzo seconded. Discussion: Selectman Crowley asked where the 2,400 feet is specifically located. Ms. Saint Andre stated her understanding is that this is part of a larger overall project which ties into the next agenda item and is for the engineering work from West Street to Main Street. Selectman Crowley asked if there will be a sidewalk from Beech Street and where that will go noting he would like an answer about the sidewalks on Beech Street before he votes on the funding. There was further discussion on where the specific sidewalk will be placed noting it will follow West Street to Main Street. It will not address Beech Street. Mr. Boynton stated he negotiated with Exelon for funds for work to improve the street surface and sidewalk to provide mitigation to that area. He noted this will assist with the project addressed in the next agenda item as well. He thanked Exelon as this was not an obligation of their agreement. VOTE: 4-1-0(Crowley opposed).” (Motion: Trindade, second: D’Innocenzo)
Approval: Inter-municipal Agreement (IMA) with the Town of Bellingham for the Main Street Project
Authorize the chair to execute the Inter-municipal Agreement with the Town of Bellingham for the Main Street Project as presented
Selectman Trindade moved that the Board vote to authorize the chair to execute the Inter-municipal Agreement with the Town of Bellingham for the Main Street Project as presented.
From the minutes
“Selectman Trindade moved that the Board vote to authorize the chair to execute the Inter-municipal Agreement with the Town of Bellingham for the Main Street Project as presented. Selectman D’Innocenzo seconded. Discussion: Selectman Crowley referenced page one, item number two and asked for the amount of the maximum project budget. Mr. Boynton stated that will be available within one month. Selectman Crowley requested that this be reported back to the Board once known. He asked how we protect Medway, specifically, that we are not paying for work done in Bellingham. Mr. Boynton stated this is a unit based contract, therefore, we will know based on that what the specific unit costs are for Medway. He noted that the majority of work will take place over the town line in Bellingham. He stated once the bids come in, we will know the unit costs noting the contractor will bill Medway for Medway related costs and Bellingham for Bellingham related costs. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: D’Innocenzo)
Approval/Authorization of Chair to Sign the Letter of Support to the Department of Housing and Community Development...
Board approve and authorize the chair to sign the letter of support to the Department of Housing and Community Development for Phase II of the Glen Brook Way Project
Selectman Trindade moved that Board approve and authorize the chair to sign the letter of support to the Department of Housing and Community Development for Phase II of the Glen Brook Way Project.
From the minutes
“Selectman Trindade moved that Board approve and authorize the chair to sign the letter of support to the Department of Housing and Community Development for Phase II of the Glen Brook Way Project. Selectman White seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: White)
Approval/Authorization of Chair to Sign the Affordable Housing Unit Compliance Certificate for 7 Williamsburg Way,...
Board approve and authorize the chair to sign the Affordable Housing Unit Compliance Certificate for 7 Williamsburg Way, Unit 7 as presented
Selectman Trindade moved that Board approve and authorize the chair to sign the Affordable Housing Unit Compliance Certificate for 7 Williamsburg Way, Unit 7 as presented.
From the minutes
“Selectman Trindade moved that Board approve and authorize the chair to sign the Affordable Housing Unit Compliance Certificate for 7 Williamsburg Way, Unit 7 as presented. Selectman D’Innocenzo seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: D’Innocenzo)
Discussion: Request to Change Board of Selectmen Name to Select Board
Substitute the prior motion with the proposed ballot to include the option of three names
Selectman Crowley moved to substitute the prior motion with the proposed ballot to include the option of three names.
Yes: Crowley, D’Innocenzo, WhiteNo: Foresto, Trindade
From the minutes
“Selectman Crowley moved to substitute the prior motion with the proposed ballot to include the option of three names. Selectman White seconded. Selectman White asked where the names would come from. Selectman D’Innocenzo asked for a friendly amendment to the motion to have an additional option of no change at all. There was further discussion on how to word the non-binding ballot question. VOTE: 3-2-0(Foresto and Trindade against).” (Motion: Crowley, second: White)
Put on the next town wide election in May a non-binding question on whether the Town wants to make a name change from Board of Selectmen to three optional choices
Selectman Crowley moved that the Board vote to put on the next town wide election in May a non-binding question on whether the Town wants to make a name change from Board of Selectmen to three optional choices.
Yes: Crowley, D’Innocenzo, WhiteNo: Foresto, Trindade
From the minutes
“Selectman Crowley moved that the Board vote to put on the next town wide election in May a non-binding question on whether the Town wants to make a name change from Board of Selectmen to three optional choices. Selectman White seconded. VOTE: 3-2-0(Foresto and Trindade against).” (Motion: Crowley, second: White)
One-day Liquor License Applications
Approve the one-day liquor licenses as presented subject to the Police Chief’s recommendation and proof of appropriate insurance coverage
Selectman D’Innocenzo moved that the Board approve the one-day liquor licenses as presented subject to the Police Chief’s recommendation and proof of appropriate insurance coverage.
From the minutes
“Selectman D’Innocenzo moved that the Board approve the one-day liquor licenses as presented subject to the Police Chief’s recommendation and proof of appropriate insurance coverage. Selectman Trindade seconded. No Discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: D’Innocenzo, second: Trindade)
Appointment Considerations: Medway Christmas Parade Committee (2): Julie Harrington and Tim Rice
Appoint Julie Harrington and Tim Rice to the Medway Christmas Parade Committee for three year terms
Selectman Trindade moved that the Board appoint Julie Harrington and Tim Rice to the Medway Christmas Parade Committee for three year terms.
From the minutes
“Selectman Trindade moved that the Board appoint Julie Harrington and Tim Rice to the Medway Christmas Parade Committee for three year terms. Selectman D’Innocenzo seconded. No Discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: D’Innocenzo)
Action Items from Previous Meeting
Enter Executive Session for Reason Exemption 6: To consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of real property if such discussion may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating...
Selectman Trindade moved that the Board enter Executive Session for Reason Exemption 6: To consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of real property if such discussion may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the governmental body [Populatic Street] and the chair so declares, with no intention of returning to open session.
From the minutes
“Selectman Trindade moved that the Board enter Executive Session for Reason Exemption 6: To consider the purchase, exchange, taking, lease, or value of real property if such discussion may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the governmental body [Populatic Street] and the chair so declares, with no intention of returning to open session. Selectman D’Innocenzo seconded. The chair so declared. (Crowley - aye; D’Innocenzo – aye; Foresto – aye; Trindade - aye; White - aye)..” (Motion: Trindade, second: D’Innocenzo)
From the Medway Select Board’s official minutes, posted on the town’s meetings page (2024 on) and in its meetings archive (earlier years). We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: Town of Medway (all five members cropped from the town’s captioned photo of the Select Board with the Medway Food Pantry, September 2026).
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