April 3, 2023

“Mr. Alessandri moved to TBD Article 38. Mr. Rossi seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Locality Media, Inc. d/b/a First Due as presented. Ms. White seconded. Discussion: Ms. White asked if this must be done. Both Deputy Chief Vinton and Mr. Boynton confirmed. Mr. Alessandri asked if there will be savings from other contracts since this will replace other current vendors. Deputy Chief Vinton confirmed. Mr. Alessandri asked if this is the most current software available. Deputy Chief Vinton confirmed noting that both Westwood and Sherborn use this as well. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: White)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Housing Choice grant as presented. Ms. White seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley asked Mr. Boynton to review the letter we just received from the state. Mr. Boynton noted this was a requirement of the Baker administration, specifically requiring that fifty acres at fifteen units per acre, including twenty-five acres that must be contiguous, be identified for multifamily housing as by right. If we do not comply, we are not eligible for state grant programs including i.e., Housing Choice, transportation grants, etc. and in Medway’s case, this could be up to 750 additional multifamily housing units. He noted that this must go to Town Meeting and since it is zoning, it is a simple majority vote to pass. The Attorney General’s letter states that not only would we be not eligible for grant funding if we do not comply, but we may expose the community to civil penalties as well. Mr. Boynton reported that we have filed all status reports and met all deadlines to date. He stated his frustration as first you must comply with state 40B regulations which we did and now you must build more housing, which has a significant impact on Town services and infrastructure. This is also another example of two state agencies directing us in two different directions in that the Department of Environmental Protection will not allow us to dump anymore water into the Charles River, but we are mandated to increase housing. Mr. Crowley asked why the state is pushing the mandate. Ms. Saint Andre stated due to the housing crisis across the country, especially multifamily housing, which is more affordable. She stated that we may be able to incorporate our existing multifamily housing into these requirements. She noted the Barrett Planning Group would be a great asset to the Town as they are very knowledgeable on this topic. Mr. Crowley stated we must do all this regardless of existing zoning. He noted the state is not forcing us to build the 750 additional units, but we must have areas for this identified. Ms. Saint Andre confirmed. Mr. Alessandri asked when we will have the information if we do have existing units that would apply. Ms. Saint Andre stated not until after the consultants complete their work. Mr. Rossi asked if the consultant would create an interim plan. Ms. Saint Andre confirmed. Ms. White asked if this only applies to communities adjacent to the MBTA. Ms. Saint Andre confirmed. Ms. White asked if the consultant would set up the plan, identify the areas, and would also lobby the state. Ms. Saint Andre stated they would not lobby state, but explained the specifics the consultant will do relative to zoning that will comply with the Department of Housing and Community Development’s (DHCD) mandate including maintaining our 10% affordable housing. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: White)

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“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Barrett Planning Group as presented. Mr. Alessandri seconded. Discussion: Mr. Rossi asked if we have used them before and if we were pleased with their work. Ms. Saint Andre confirmed. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)

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“Mr. Rossi moved that that the Board accept the Choate Trail subdivision trail easement as presented. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the compliance certificate for 7 Williamsburg Way, Unit 7 as presented. Ms. White seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley stated he was surprised this sold at the cost of $217,000 noting Timber Crest is selling at $300,000 and he is not sure how anyone can afford these based on the affordable housing income restrictions. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: White)

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“Ms. White moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Pro-EMS Solutions as presented. Mr. Alessandri seconded. Discussion: Mr. Alessandri asked how long the contract was for. Mr. Boynton stated three years. Mr. Crowley asked if the Fire Chief supports this and requested that the Chief e-mail his support to Mr. Boynton. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: White, second: Alessandri)

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“Mr. Crowley moved that the Board add the musical equipment and accessories at a cost of $24,000 to the capital plan. Ms. White seconded. No discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Crowley, second: White)

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“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board increase the Roads and Sidewalks allocation to $750,00 by adding $250,000 to the capital article. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)

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“Mr. Rossi moved to TBD Article 2. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved to approve Articles 3 through 9. Ms. White seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: White)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved to approve Articles 1 through 6. Mr. Rossi seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)

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“Mr. Rossi moved to TBD Article 7. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved to approve Articles 8 through 10. Ms. White seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: White)

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“Mr. Rossi moved to TBD Article 11. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved to approve Articles 12 through 16. Ms. White seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: White)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved to approve Article 17. Ms. White seconded. Discussion: Mr. Alessandri asked if we do not change anything, it is twenty percent and that cannot currently be gotten around by special permit. Mr. Boynton confirmed. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: White)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved to approve Article 18. Mr. White seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley asked if existing municipal buildings are grandfathered in. Ms. Saint Andre confirmed. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: White)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved to approve Article 19. Ms. White seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: White)

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“Mr. Rossi moved to approve Article 20. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)

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“Mr. Rossi moved to approve Article 21. Mr. Alessandri seconded. Discussion: Mr. Alessandri asked if there is any intention to rezone other areas. Mr. Hayes stated this is the focus now as this was the largest area that met the intent of ARIII noting the other areas were much smaller. Mr. Crowley asked if there were any areas outside of Brentwood that were also included. Mr. Hayes stated the end of Coffee Street was also included. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)

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“Ms. White moved to approve Article 22. Mr. Alessandri seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley asked if section p is new. Ms. Saint Andre confirmed. Mr. Crowley asked why such a small number is allowed and if we know anyone who wants to install one larger than that. Ms. Saint Andre confirmed and reiterated that this is only in the groundwater protection district. We had commercial metal roofs being installed in the Trotter Drive area and, because it was in the groundwater protection district, they had to put in treatment for runoff as mandated by the state. This now includes a requirement for residential, as it was not covered previously. She noted we are trying to be proactive to protect the water supply. There was further discussion about the roof size noting that there are types of metal roofs that are approved by the state without the need for mitigation. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: White, second: Alessandri)

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“Ms. White voted to TBD Article 24. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: White, second: Alessandri)

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“Ms. White moved to approve Article 25. Mr. Alessandri seconded. Discussion: Mr. Rossi asked for clarification. Ms. Saint Andre explained the rationale and which districts were by right versus by special permit. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: White, second: Alessandri)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved to approve Article 26. Ms. White seconded. No discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: White)

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“Mr. Alessandri moved to approve Articles 27 through 37. Mr. Rossi seconded. No Discussion. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)

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