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May 1, 2023
12 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Dennis Crowley, Glenn Trindade, Frank Rossi, Todd Alessandri, Maryjane White
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approval of Minutes: April 18, 2023
Approve the minutes of April 18, 2023
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board approve the minutes of April 18, 2023.
Yes: Crowley, Rossi, Trindade, WhiteAbstained: Alessandri
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board approve the minutes of April 18, 2023. Ms. White seconded. Discussion: Mr. Alessandri requested on page one, line 9, that his last name be corrected. Mr. Crowley clarified that a standing count on a vote at Town Meeting will be via the electronic clickers and the standing count would be the final vote. He stated this was discussed with both the Town Moderator and Town Counsel. Mr. Crowley asked on page 4, line 175, that "which would cost the Town $88 million" be added after the word goal. Mr. Rossi asked that on page 7, line3 27, that "was designated for" be changed to "is celebrated by". VOTE: 4-0-1Mr. Alessandri abstained as he was not at the meeting..” (Motion: Trindade, second: White)
Fiscal Year 2023 Student Awareness of Fire Education Grant - $3,781 Fiscal Year 2023 Senior Awareness of Fire...
Authorize the expenditure of the FY23 Local Cultural Council grant as presented
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the FY23 Local Cultural Council grant as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the FY23 Local Cultural Council grant as presented. Ms. White seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley stated this is a yearly grant received from the State. He explained the three separate Cultural Council accounts. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: White)
Authorize the expenditure of the FY23 Student and Senior Awareness of Fire Education grants as presented
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the FY23 Student and Senior Awareness of Fire Education grants as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the FY23 Student and Senior Awareness of Fire Education grants as presented. Mr. Trindade seconded. Discussion: Deputy Chief Vinton stated this is a yearly grant for these educational programs. Mr. Rossi noted that what is included in the description on the expenditure authorization form was cut off. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Trindade)
Discussion/Vote: Increase Senior Tax Work Off Program from $1,000 to $1,500 Maximum
Authorize the increase to the Senior Tax Work Off Program to a maximum amount of $1,500 beginning in Fiscal Year 2024 as discussed
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the increase to the Senior Tax Work Off Program to a maximum amount of $1,500 beginning in Fiscal Year 2024 as discussed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board authorize the increase to the Senior Tax Work Off Program to a maximum amount of $1,500 beginning in Fiscal Year 2024 as discussed. Ms. White seconded. Discussion: Mr. Boynton stated there is no expected impact on the FY24 appropriation, but we will need to update the overlay account for FY25. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: White)
Approval: Historical Wraps for Utility Boxes
Approve the historical wraps for the utility boxes as discussed
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the historical wraps for the utility boxes as discussed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the historical wraps for the utility boxes as discussed. Mr. Trindade seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley asked when these will be installed. Ms. Hamilton stated in approximately three months. Mr. Crowley asked if the boxes needed to be prepped. Ms. Hamilton stated the company installing them will prep the boxes. Mr. Crowley asked if they will be sealed. Ms. Hamilton stated yes, and that will last for eight to ten years. Mr. Alessandri asked if there are too many pictures what will happen. Ms. Hamilton stated the graphic designer will determine if certain photos cannot work. Mr. Crowley stated if any new photos are added, they should go before the Committee for approval. Mr. Rossi asked for the specific placement of the pictures. Ms. Hamilton explained where they would be located. Mr. Boynton stated there is funding needed but he will work out the logistics of the funding. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Trindade)
Discussion/Vote: Continuation of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Advisory (IDEA) Committee with Updated Committee Charge
Approve the creation the IDEA Committee as an advisory committee to the Select Board, with the composition changed to seven citizens at large with initial terms of three appointed for three-year...
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the creation the IDEA Committee as an advisory committee to the Select Board, with the composition changed to seven citizens at large with initial terms of three appointed for three-year terms, two appointed for two-year terms, two appointed for one-year terms with the deference being to the existing members and once the two-and one-year terms end they become three year terms.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the creation the IDEA Committee as an advisory committee to the Select Board, with the composition changed to seven citizens at large with initial terms of three appointed for three-year terms, two appointed for two-year terms, two appointed for one-year terms with the deference being to the existing members and once the two-and one-year terms end they become three year terms. Ms. White seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: White)
Approval: Consultant Agreement with Colonial Power Group, Inc. to Initiate Aggregation Process on Behalf of the Town
Approve and authorize the Chair to execute the agreement with Colonial Power Group, Inc. as presented
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve and authorize the Chair to execute the agreement with Colonial Power Group, Inc. as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve and authorize the Chair to execute the agreement with Colonial Power Group, Inc. as presented. Mr. Trindade seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Trindade)
Discussion/Vote: Proposed Increase in Charges to the Curbside Trash and Recycling Program
Approve the implementation of option 1 and option 3
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the implementation of option 1 and option 3.
Yes: Alessandri, Rossi, TrindadeNo: Crowley, White
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the implementation of option 1 and option 3. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 3-2-0Ms. White voted nay as she feels the bag fee should be increased. Mr. Crowley voted nay as he does not want to charge for electronics..” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)
Approval of Proposed Water Utility Billing Insert Letter
Approve the utility billing letter insert to be included in the 4th Quarter water/sewer/trash bills as discussed
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the utility billing letter insert to be included in the 4th Quarter water/sewer/trash bills as discussed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the utility billing letter insert to be included in the 4th Quarter water/sewer/trash bills as discussed. Mr. Trindade seconded. Discussion: Mr. Alessandri asked if the cubic feet can be identified on their bill. Mr. Boynton confirmed. Mr. Crowley asked if additional wording related to correcting a previous error, specifically "plus $41.06 to recover quarter 1 and 2 shortfall" should be added to the letter. All agreed. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Consideration of Public Event Permit Application: Ride for Food – October 1, 2023
Approve the public event permit application as presented subject to the Police Chief’s recommendation and proof of appropriate insurance coverage
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board approve the public event permit application as presented subject to the Police Chief’s recommendation and proof of appropriate insurance coverage.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board approve the public event permit application as presented subject to the Police Chief’s recommendation and proof of appropriate insurance coverage. Ms. White seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: White)
ARTICLE 11: (Capital Stabilization Transfer: McGovern School Roof Replacement)
Approve Article 11 for the McGovern School Roof Replacement for a sum of $3 million
Mr. Rossi moved to approve Article 11 for the McGovern School Roof Replacement for a sum of $3 million.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved to approve Article 11 for the McGovern School Roof Replacement for a sum of $3 million. Ms. White seconded. Discussion: Mr. Rossi asked how much was in the stabilization fund. Ms. Pratt stated $8 million. Mr. Rossi asked if we want to pay cash versus bond. Mr. Boynton stated it would add over $200,000 to our debt service. No Discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: White)
Adjourn
Mr. Trindade moved to adjourn.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved to adjourn. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Trindade, second: Alessandri)
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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