MassVoter.com← Medway Select BoardMedway Select Board · 2021–2022 Board · Regular meeting
March 21, 2022
32 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Maryjane White, Dennis Crowley, Frank Rossi, John Foresto, Glenn Trindade
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Mr. Trindade left the meeting due to illness.
Every vote, in order
Approval of Minutes: March 5 and 7, 2022
Approve the minutes of March 5 and 7, 2022
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board approve the minutes of March 5 and 7, 2022.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board approve the minutes of March 5 and 7, 2022. Mr. Rossi seconded. Mr. Crowley referenced the March 7th minutes on page 3, line 108, requesting to add "and would support the painting of the electrical box." He then referenced page 4, line 161, requesting the following change, "they would not have funds if they are not provided funding in the spring Town Meeting warrant." VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: Rossi)
Appointment Consideration: Sean Green – Conservation Commission (ConCom)
Appoint Sean Green to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board appoint Sean Green to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board appoint Sean Green to the Conservation Commission for a three-year term. Mr. Rossi seconded. No Discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: Rossi)
Approval: Contract with Pavement Maintenance System, Inc. for Asphalt Infrared Repair – Not to Exceed $50,000 per year
Authorize the Chair to execute the contract with the Pavement Maintenance System, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $50,000 per year as presented
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with the Pavement Maintenance System, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $50,000 per year as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with the Pavement Maintenance System, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $50,000 per year as presented. Mr. Crowley seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: Crowley)
Approval: Contract with Sealcoating, Inc. for Crack Sealing Repair – Not to Exceed $25,000 per year
Authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Sealcoating, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $25,000 per year as presented
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Sealcoating, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $25,000 per year as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Sealcoating, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $25,000 per year as presented. Mr. Crowley seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: Crowley)
Approval: Contract with TJ’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc. for Plumbing Services – Not to Exceed $60,000 per year
Authorize the Chair to execute the contract with TJ’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $60,000 per year as presented
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with TJ’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $60,000 per year as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with TJ’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $60,000 per year as presented. Mr. Crowley seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: Crowley)
Approval: Contract with Markings, Inc. for Road Striping – Not to Exceed $25,000 per year
Authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Markings, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $25,000 per year as presented
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Markings, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $25,000 per year as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Markings, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $25,000 per year as presented. Mr. Crowley seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: Crowley)
Approval: Contract with Pine Ridge Technologies, Inc. for Electrical Services – Not to Exceed $60,000 per year
Authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Pine Ridge Technologies, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $60,000 per year as presented
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Pine Ridge Technologies, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $60,000 per year as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Pine Ridge Technologies, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $60,000 per year as presented. Mr. Crowley seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: Crowley)
Approval: Contract with Bartlett Consolidated LLC for Guardrail Install – Not to Exceed $25,000 per year
Authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Bartlett Consolidated LLC in an amount not to exceed $25,000 per year as presented
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Bartlett Consolidated LLC in an amount not to exceed $25,000 per year as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Bartlett Consolidated LLC in an amount not to exceed $25,000 per year as presented. Mr. Crowley seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: Crowley)
Approval: Enterprise Funds Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Indirect Cost Allocation
Approve the Fiscal Year 2023 Enterprise Funds indirect cost allocations as discussed
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the Fiscal Year 2023 Enterprise Funds indirect cost allocations as discussed.
Yes: Foresto, Rossi, Trindade, WhiteNo: Crowley
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the Fiscal Year 2023 Enterprise Funds indirect cost allocations as discussed. Mr. Trindade seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-1-0Mr. Crowley opposed as he disagrees with the percent allocations of the debt to the enterprise accounts..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Trindade)
ARTICLE 3: (Free Cash Transfer – Fund Hazard Mitigation Plan Update)
Approve Article 3
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 3.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 3. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 4: (Free Cash Transfer to General Stabilization)
Approve Article 4
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 4.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 4. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
Approve Article 1
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 1.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 1. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 2: (Transfer from Ambulance Receipts to General Fund)
Approve Article 2
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 2.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 2. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 3: (Appropriation: FY23 Operating Budget)
Approve Article 3
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 3.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 3. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 6: (Appropriation: FY23 Solid Waste Enterprise Fund)
Approve Article 6
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 6.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 6. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 8: (Raise & Appropriate: Roads & Sidewalks)
Approve Article 8
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 8.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 8. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 9: (Free Cash and Sewer Retained Earnings Transfer: Stormwater Compliance)
Approve Article 9
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 9.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 9. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 10: (Water Retained Earnings Transfer: Purchase Generator)
Approve Article 10
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 10.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 10. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 12: (Borrowing – Oakland Well Water Line to New Centralized Water Treatment Plant)
Approve Article 12
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 12.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 12. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 13: (Borrowing – Redundant Wells at Oakland and Village Streets)
Approve Article 13
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 13.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 13. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 14: (Appropriation: General Stabilization)
Approve Article 14
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 14.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 14. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 15: (Appropriation: OPEB Trust)
Approve Article 15
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 15.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 15. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 16: (Appropriation: Medway Day)
Approve Article 16
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 16.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 16. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 17: (Appropriation: Native American and Indigenous Peoples National Commemoration Day)
Approve Article 17
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 17.
Yes: Foresto, Rossi, WhiteNo: Crowley
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 17. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 3-1-0Mr. Crowley opposed due to precedent setting..” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 19: (Revolving Funds –Authorize FY23 Spending Limits)
Approve Article 19
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 19.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 19. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 20: (Change in Personal Property Value Subject to Taxation)
Approve Article 20
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 20.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve Article 20. Mr. Crowley seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Crowley)
Direct Special Counsel Attorney Bernstein and the Town Manager to file for intervenor status in the Medway Grid LLC Energy Facilities Siting Board process as soon as is allowed by the Siting Board
Mr. Rossi moved that the Select Board direct Special Counsel Attorney Bernstein and the Town Manager to file for intervenor status in the Medway Grid LLC Energy Facilities Siting Board process as soon as is allowed by the Siting Board.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Select Board direct Special Counsel Attorney Bernstein and the Town Manager to file for intervenor status in the Medway Grid LLC Energy Facilities Siting Board process as soon as is allowed by the Siting Board. Mr. Foresto seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Foresto)
Consideration of Public Event Permit Application: Tri State Trek – 6/24/2022
Approve the public event permit application as presented subject to the Police Lieutenant’s recommendation and proof of appropriate insurance coverage
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve the public event permit application as presented subject to the Police Lieutenant’s recommendation and proof of appropriate insurance coverage.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board approve the public event permit application as presented subject to the Police Lieutenant’s recommendation and proof of appropriate insurance coverage. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
Discussion/Vote: Waiver of Permit Fees Request for Solar Project-Medway Community Farm
Waive the permit fees for the solar project at the Medway Community Farm
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board vote to waive the permit fees for the solar project at the Medway Community Farm.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board vote to waive the permit fees for the solar project at the Medway Community Farm. Mr. Foresto seconded. Mr. Crowley asked how big these are and where they are going. Mr. Rossi stated there are 52 panels. Mr. Boynton stated, based on their planned location, he does not believe they will be seen by the public. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Foresto)
Approval: Fiscal Year 2023 Renewal Amendment to MetroWest Veterans’ District Agreement
Approve and authorize the Chair to execute the amended FY23 MetroWest Veterans’ District agreement
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board vote to approve and authorize the Chair to execute the amended FY23 MetroWest Veterans’ District agreement.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board vote to approve and authorize the Chair to execute the amended FY23 MetroWest Veterans’ District agreement. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
Reappoint Town Manager Boynton as the representative to the MetroWest Veterans’ District
Mr. Foresto moved that the Board vote to reappoint Town Manager Boynton as the representative to the MetroWest Veterans’ District.
From the minutes
“Mr. Foresto moved that the Board vote to reappoint Town Manager Boynton as the representative to the MetroWest Veterans’ District. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Foresto, second: Rossi)
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...
Mr. Rossi 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 and the Chair so declares [Oak Grove Urban Renewal Plan], with no intent to return to open session.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi 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 and the Chair so declares [Oak Grove Urban Renewal Plan], with no intent to return to open session. Mr. Rossi seconded. It was voted by roll call: Crowley aye; Foresto aye; Rossi aye; White aye..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Rossi)
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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