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October 10, 2023
27 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Glenn Trindade, Frank Rossi, Todd Alessandri, Dennis Crowley
Absent: Maryjane White
Every vote, in order
Approval of Minutes: September 18, 2023
Approve the minutes of September 18, 2023
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the minutes of September 18, 2023.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the minutes of September 18, 2023. Mr. Alessandri seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley requested that on page three, line 140 that "road" be added in front of "projects", that on page six, line 274 that "few" be changed to "five to ten", and on line 183 to 184 to clarify or remove the last sentence. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)
Authorization to Expend Grant Funds: Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) Recycling...
Authorize the expenditure of the Mass DEP Recycling Dividends Program funds as discussed
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Mass DEP Recycling Dividends Program funds as discussed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of the Mass DEP Recycling Dividends Program funds as discussed. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)
Vote: Reopen the November 13, 2023, Fall Town Meeting Warrant to Insert Article for High School Road Street...
Reopen the November 13, 2023, Fall Town Meeting Warrant to add the articles noted in the agenda, and re-close the warrant
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board reopen the November 13, 2023, Fall Town Meeting Warrant to add the articles noted in the agenda, and re-close the warrant.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board reopen the November 13, 2023, Fall Town Meeting Warrant to add the articles noted in the agenda, and re-close the warrant. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)
Express its intent to lay out as a public way High School Road in its entirety from its intersection with Summer Street to its end at the last parking lot intersection and to refer this matter to...
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board express its intent to lay out as a public way High School Road in its entirety from its intersection with Summer Street to its end at the last parking lot intersection and to refer this matter to the Planning and Economic Development Board for a report and recommendation.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board express its intent to lay out as a public way High School Road in its entirety from its intersection with Summer Street to its end at the last parking lot intersection and to refer this matter to the Planning and Economic Development Board for a report and recommendation. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 1: (Prior Year Bills)
Approve Article 1
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 1.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 1. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 2: (Free Cash Transfer to Facility Stabilization Fund)
Approve Article 2
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 2.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 2. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 3: (Free Cash Transfer to General Stabilization Fund)
Approve Article 3
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 3.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 3. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 5: (Transfer from Ambulance Receipts Fund to Purchase New Ambulance)
Approve Article 5
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 5.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 5. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 6: (Free Cash Transfer: Opioid Settlement Abatement Funding)
Approve Article 6
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 6.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 6. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 7: (Free Cash Transfer: Capital Items)
Approve Article 7
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 7.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 7. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 9: (Raise and Appropriate: Supplement FY24 Building Department Budget)
Approve Article 9
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 9.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 9. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 10: (Raise and Appropriate: Supplement FY24 Unemployment Expense Account)
Approve Article 10
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 10.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 10. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 11: (Repurpose Water Enterprise Borrowing)
Approve the transfer of $374,850 in Article 11 as discussed
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the transfer of $374,850 in Article 11 as discussed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve the transfer of $374,850 in Article 11 as discussed. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)
ARTICLE 12: (Repurpose Monetary Articles – Town)
Approve Article 12
Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve Article 12.
From the minutes
“Mr. Rossi moved that the Board approve Article 12. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Rossi, second: Alessandri)
ARTICLE 24: (Amend Zoning Bylaw: Schedule of Uses – BESS)
Approve Article 24
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 24.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 24. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 25: (Amend Zoning Bylaw: Section 8.4 Open Space Residential Devlt.)
Approve Article 25
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 25.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 25. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 26: (Amend Zoning Bylaw: Mitigation)
Approve Article 26
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 26.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 26. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 27: (Amend Zoning Bylaw: Kennel Definition)
Approve Article 27
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 27.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 27. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 28: (Amend Zoning Bylaw: Housekeeping)
Approve Article 28
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 28.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 28. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 29: (Amend Zoning Bylaw: EV Parking)
Approve Article 29
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 29.
Yes: Alessandri, Rossi, TrindadeNo: Crowley
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 29. Mr. Rossi seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley asked if signs are there now. Ms. Saint Andre stated moving forward we will require this signage. There was further discussion about the actual signage language potentially causing some confusion. VOTE: 3-1-0Mr. Crowley voted nay..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 30: (Amend Zoning Bylaw: Central Business District)
Approve Article 30
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 30.
Yes: Crowley, Rossi, TrindadeAbstained: Alessandri
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 30. Mr. Trindade seconded. Discussion: Mr. Crowley asked for the rationale. Mr. Trindade explained the developer’s plans and the issues with the residents abutting the proposed development. This allows for open space donation to the Town. Mr. Crowley asked for the total number of additional apartments this would allow. Ms. Raposa stated the PEDB has not seen the plans. VOTE: 3-0-1Mr. Alessandri abstained..” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
ARTICLE 21: (Amend General Bylaws: Stormwater Management and Land Disturbance)
Approve Article 21
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 21.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 21. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 32: (Lease for Power Purchase Agreement)
Approve Article 32
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 32.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 32. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 33: (Citizens’ Petition: Firearm Discharge)
Approve Article 33
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 33.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve Article 33. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
ARTICLE 22: (Amend General Bylaws: New Tree Bylaw)
Make this article to be determined
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board make this article to be determined.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board make this article to be determined. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Rossi)
Consideration of Public Event Permit Application: MEPTO Shamrock Shuffle – 3/9/24
Approve the public event permit as presented subject to the Police Chief’s recommendations and proof of appropriate insurance coverage
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the public event permit as presented subject to the Police Chief’s recommendations and proof of appropriate insurance coverage.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the public event permit as presented subject to the Police Chief’s recommendations and proof of appropriate insurance coverage. Mr. Rossi seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 4-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, 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 [8 Populatic Street] and the Chair so declares, with no intention of returning 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 [8 Populatic Street] and the Chair so declares, with no intention of returning to open session. Mr. Alessandri seconded. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye; Rossi aye; Trindade aye..” (Motion: Rossi, 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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