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February 6, 2023
16 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Dennis Crowley, Frank Rossi, Todd Alessandri
Absent: Glenn Trindade, Maryjane White
Every vote, in order
Public Hearing: 7PM - NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY for obtaining a grant of location to install...
Open the public hearing for NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY for obtaining a grant of location petition to install approximately 140± feet of conduit at manhole 22686 on West Street
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board open the public hearing for NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY for obtaining a grant of location petition to install approximately 140± feet of conduit at manhole 22686 on West Street.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board open the public hearing for NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY for obtaining a grant of location petition to install approximately 140± feet of conduit at manhole 22686 on West Street. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Close the public hearing
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board close the public hearing.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board close the public hearing. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Approve the grant of location petition to install approximately 140± feet of conduit at manhole 22686 on West Street to NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the grant of location petition to install approximately 140± feet of conduit at manhole 22686 on West Street to NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the grant of location petition to install approximately 140± feet of conduit at manhole 22686 on West Street to NSTAR ELECTRIC COMPANY d/b/a EVERSOURCE ENERGY. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Approval of Minutes: January 17, 2023
Approve the minutes of January 17, 2023, 2022
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the minutes of January 17, 2023, 2022.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the minutes of January 17, 2023, 2022. Mr. Alessandri seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley requested on page 4 line 189 that "of the tax levy" be added to the end of the sentence, and on page 9 line 396 that "he" be changed to Mr. Boynton. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)
Appointment Consideration: Library Representative to the Indigenous Peoples Day (IPD) Committee – Margaret Perkins
Appoint Ms. Perkins to the Indigenous Peoples Day Committee as the Library Board of Trustees Representative for a term expiring on June 30, 2024
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board appoint Ms. Perkins to the Indigenous Peoples Day Committee as the Library Board of Trustees Representative for a term expiring on June 30, 2024.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board appoint Ms. Perkins to the Indigenous Peoples Day Committee as the Library Board of Trustees Representative for a term expiring on June 30, 2024. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Vote: Add Planning and Economic Development Board (PEDB) Vacancy to May 16, 2023, Town Election Ballot
Add the Planning and Economic Development Board vacancy to May 16, 2023, Town Election Ballot as discussed
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board vote to add the Planning and Economic Development Board vacancy to May 16, 2023, Town Election Ballot as discussed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board vote to add the Planning and Economic Development Board vacancy to May 16, 2023, Town Election Ballot as discussed. Mr. Alessandri seconded. Discussion: Mr. Alessandri asked if this was just to complete his term. Ms. Ohannesian confirmed noting it would be until 2025. She reported there are also two other vacancies for the PEDB that are three-year terms. Mr. Crowley noted that there will be three positions open for the PEDB and to date, no one has taken out nomination papers. He asked the residents to consider running for these open positions. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)
Mr. Crowley amended the motion to add the October 24, 2023, Town Election for the Tri-County ballot question. Mr. Rossi accepted the amended motion
Mr. Crowley amended the motion to add the October 24, 2023, Town Election for the Tri-County ballot question. Mr. Rossi accepted the amended motion.
From the minutes
“Mr. Crowley amended the motion to add the October 24, 2023, Town Election for the Tri-County ballot question. Mr. Rossi accepted the amended motion. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Crowley)
Authorization to Expend Grant Funds: Secretary of State Elections Division Grant–$20,000 Elder Affairs State Grant -...
Authorize the expenditure of the Secretary of State Elections Division Grant as presented
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Secretary of State Elections Division Grant as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Secretary of State Elections Division Grant as presented. Mr. Rossi seconded. Discussion: Mr. Alessandri asked what happens if they break. Ms. Ohannesian stated they can be easily replaced. Mr. Alessandri asked about future costs. Ms. Ohannesian stated there is a maintenance fee, as well. Mr. Rossi asked who oversees these at Town Meeting. Ms. Ohannesian stated the company will come out and assist the first time they are used and after that it will be the Assistant Town Clerk. Mr. Crowley stated that the Board is not accepting this type of voting at this time until all their questions are answered. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Authorize the expenditure of the Elder Affairs State grant as presented
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Elder Affairs State grant as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Elder Affairs State grant as presented. Mr. Rossi seconded. Discussion: Mr. Alessandri asked what this cost covers. Ms. Riley stated the equipment and installation noting nothing has been ordered yet as she is still working with DPW on the proper implementation. Mr. Crowley asked for the cost of the concrete pad and where that cost will be funded from. Ms. Riley stated all will be funded from this grant. Mr. Crowley asked about the $9,000 in construction costs. Ms. Riley stated that is for the DPW work and if needed, that funding can be increased. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Authorize the expenditure of the FY23 Elder Affairs Formula grant as presented
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the FY23 Elder Affairs Formula grant as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the FY23 Elder Affairs Formula grant as presented. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Authorize the expenditure of the Department of Energy Resources Green Communities Grant as presented
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Department of Energy Resources Green Communities Grant as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Department of Energy Resources Green Communities Grant as presented. Mr. Rossi seconded. Discussion: Mr. Alessandri asked for clarification of the areas. Mr. Pelletier stated the two bathrooms and main area utilized by Julie Harrington for Parks and Recreation programs. He noted it will reduce our electricity costs for heating and cooling. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Approval: Contract with Haley & Aldrich, Inc. for Geotechnical Services – Not to Exceed $25,400
Approve the contract with Haley & Aldrich for geotechnical services in an amount not to exceed $25,400 as presented and authorize the Chair to execute it
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the contract with Haley & Aldrich for geotechnical services in an amount not to exceed $25,400 as presented and authorize the Chair to execute it.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the contract with Haley & Aldrich for geotechnical services in an amount not to exceed $25,400 as presented and authorize the Chair to execute it. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Approval: Contract with Haley & Ward, Inc. for On-Call Engineering, Planning, Architectural, and Other Professional...
Approve the contract with Haley & Ward for on-call engineering, planning, architectural, and other professional services as presented and authorize the Chair to execute it
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the contract with Haley & Ward for on-call engineering, planning, architectural, and other professional services as presented and authorize the Chair to execute it.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the contract with Haley & Ward for on-call engineering, planning, architectural, and other professional services as presented and authorize the Chair to execute it. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)
Discussion/Vote: Fiscal Year 2023 Increase in Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for Eligible Norfolk County Retirees
Increase the cost-of-living adjustment by 2% for FY23 for eligible Norfolk County Retirees as discussed
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board vote to increase the cost-of-living adjustment by 2% for FY23 for eligible Norfolk County Retirees as discussed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board vote to increase the cost-of-living adjustment by 2% for FY23 for eligible Norfolk County Retirees as discussed. Mr. Rossi seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley stated we do not really have a say in this. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Approval: Contract with University of Massachusetts Edward J. Collins, Jr. Center for Public Management for an...
Approve the contract with the Collins Center and authorize the Town Manager to execute it
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the contract with the Collins Center and authorize the Town Manager to execute it.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the contract with the Collins Center and authorize the Town Manager to execute it. Mr. Rossi seconded. Discussion: Mr. Rossi asked if the agreement is going to change to 2023 as it says 2022. Mr. Boynton confirmed. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Adjourn
Mr. Alessandri moved to adjourn.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved to adjourn. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 3-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, 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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