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January 21, 2025
14 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Frank Rossi, Todd Alessandri, Dennis Crowley, Glenn Trindade, Maryjane White
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter Executive Session for Reason Exemption 6: To consider the purchase, lease, or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the...
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board enter Executive Session for Reason Exemption 6: To consider the purchase, lease, or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body and the chair so declares [Oak Grove Urban Renewal Plan] with the intention of returning to open session and the Chair so declares.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board enter Executive Session for Reason Exemption 6: To consider the purchase, lease, or value of real property if the chair declares that an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the negotiating position of the public body and the chair so declares [Oak Grove Urban Renewal Plan] with the intention of returning to open session and the Chair so declares. Mr. Alessandri seconded. It was voted by roll call: Alessandri aye; Crowley aye, Rossi aye, Trindade aye; White aye..” (Motion: Trindade, second: Alessandri)
Joint Appointment Consideration: Library Board of Trustees– Nicole Haberman, Natalie Hachem, and Jennifir Huston
Appoint Nicole Haberman to the Library Board of Trustees with a term ending on May 20, 2025
Mr. Trindade moved that the Board appoint Nicole Haberman to the Library Board of Trustees with a term ending on May 20, 2025.
Joint vote with another board; only the Select Board members’ votes are shown.
From the minutes
“Mr. Trindade moved that the Board appoint Nicole Haberman to the Library Board of Trustees with a term ending on May 20, 2025. Mr. Alessandri seconded. No discussion. It was voted by roll call: Todd Alessandri aye, Crowley aye, Rossi aye, Trindade aye, White aye, Susan Alessandri aye, Sheehan aye, Nutan aye..” (Motion: Trindade, second: Alessandri)
Approval: Change of Manager Application for Off-Premises Wine & Malt License - OSJL Spirits, LLC d/b/a Ocean State...
Approve the change of manager application as discussed
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the change of manager application as discussed.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the change of manager application as discussed. Mr. Trindade seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Discussion/Vote: Accept the Warrant Article with Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units and...
Accept the warrant article with proposed zoning bylaw amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units and refer the warrant article to the Planning and Economic Development Board
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board accept the warrant article with proposed zoning bylaw amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units and refer the warrant article to the Planning and Economic Development Board.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board accept the warrant article with proposed zoning bylaw amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units and refer the warrant article to the Planning and Economic Development Board. Mr. Trindade seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Discussion/Vote: Municipal Complex Building Committee (MCBC) Composition
Amend the composition of the Municipal Complex Building Committee to increase the number of Citizens at Large from three to six
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board amend the composition of the Municipal Complex Building Committee to increase the number of Citizens at Large from three to six.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board amend the composition of the Municipal Complex Building Committee to increase the number of Citizens at Large from three to six. Mr. Trindade seconded. Discussion: Mr. Alessandri asked what number would constitute a quorum. Mr. Boynton stated seven. Mr. Alessandri identified his concern about slowing the process down due to the potential inability to get a quorum with that many members. Mr. Boynton stated this could be addressed with working groups. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Appoint Tim Harris and Jeff Nelson to the Municipal Complex Building Committee for a term expiring upon the presentation of the proposed building plans to the Select Board no later than September...
Mr. Alessandri moved to appoint Tim Harris and Jeff Nelson to the Municipal Complex Building Committee for a term expiring upon the presentation of the proposed building plans to the Select Board no later than September 1, 2026.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved to appoint Tim Harris and Jeff Nelson to the Municipal Complex Building Committee for a term expiring upon the presentation of the proposed building plans to the Select Board no later than September 1, 2026. Mr. Trindade seconded. No Discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Appoint Jess Chabot, Chris McHugh, Larry Muench, and Gibb Phenegar to the Municipal Complex Building Committee for a term expiring upon the presentation of the proposed building plans to the...
Mr. Alessandri moved to appoint Jess Chabot, Chris McHugh, Larry Muench, and Gibb Phenegar to the Municipal Complex Building Committee for a term expiring upon the presentation of the proposed building plans to the Select Board no later than September 1, 2026.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved to appoint Jess Chabot, Chris McHugh, Larry Muench, and Gibb Phenegar to the Municipal Complex Building Committee for a term expiring upon the presentation of the proposed building plans to the Select Board no later than September 1, 2026. Mr. Trindade seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Appoint Tim Harris as the Chair of the Municipal Complex Building Committee
Mr. Alessandri moved to appoint Tim Harris as the Chair of the Municipal Complex Building Committee.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved to appoint Tim Harris as the Chair of the Municipal Complex Building Committee. Mr. Trindade seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Dankris Builders Corporation as presented
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Dankris Builders Corporation as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Dankris Builders Corporation as presented. Mr. Trindade seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Authorize the Chair to execute the contract with TEC, Inc. as presented
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with TEC, Inc. as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with TEC, Inc. as presented. Mr. Trindade seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Hyper-Reach Technology as presented
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Hyper-Reach Technology as presented.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board authorize the Chair to execute the contract with Hyper-Reach Technology as presented. Mr. Trindade seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Approval of Minutes: January 6, 2025
Approve the minutes for January 6, 2025, as amended
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the minutes for January 6, 2025, as amended.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board approve the minutes for January 6, 2025, as amended. Mr. Trindade seconded. Discussion: Mr. Rossi referenced page 2, requesting lines 49 & 50 be removed. Mr. Alessandri asked for the following to be added to page 3, line 142 after "etc." "The Board asked for a complete evaluation of the total cost comparing a grass surface to crumb rubber or Brockfill." VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
Open the May 12, 2025, Special Town Meeting Warrant
Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board open the May 12, 2025, Special Town Meeting Warrant.
From the minutes
“Mr. Alessandri moved that the Board open the May 12, 2025, Special Town Meeting Warrant. Mr. Trindade seconded. No discussion. VOTE: 5-0-0.” (Motion: Alessandri, second: Trindade)
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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