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September 20, 2021
15 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Leilani Dalpe, Arthur Battistini, Nathan Demers, Mark Germain
Absent: Neil Rosenthal
Every vote, in order
Enter into Executive Session to Return to Open Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or...
To Enter into Executive Session to Return to Open Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the Chair so declares - Police Chief contract
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to Enter into Executive Session to Return to Open Session to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the Chair so declares - Police Chief contract. Polled Vote: Selectmen L. Dalpe - Aye, A. Battistini - Aye, N. Demers – Aye and M. Germain - Aye.” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Approve an Annual Salary of $152,046.82 with a 2.5% COLA increase for FY 22, 2.5% COLA increase for FY '23, 2.5% COLA increase for FY '24, a $10,000 salary increase in FY '22, which is tied to the...
To approve an Annual Salary of $152,046.82 with a 2.5% COLA increase for FY 22, 2.5% COLA increase for FY '23, 2.5% COLA increase for FY '24, a $10,000 salary increase in FY '22, which is tied to the MPD's membership and any unused vacation time may be carried over to the next year and must be used during the calendar year in the Mass Police Accreditation Commission approve a 2.5% cola increase for FY '22 the following non-union personnel: Town Manager, Town Manager's Assistant, Board of Selectmen's Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant to the Police Chief, Town Counsel and the Town Accountant
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted unanimously to approve an Annual Salary of $152,046.82 with a 2.5% COLA increase for FY 22, 2.5% COLA increase for FY '23, 2.5% COLA increase for FY '24, a $10,000 salary increase in FY '22, which is tied to the MPD's membership and any unused vacation time may be carried over to the next year and must be used during the calendar year in the Mass Police Accreditation Commission approve a 2.5% cola increase for FY '22 the following non-union personnel: Town Manager, Town Manager's Assistant, Board of Selectmen's Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant to the Police Chief, Town Counsel and the Town Accountant..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
Approve the 9/13/2021 minutes as amended
To approve the 9/13/2021 minutes as amended
From the minutes
“MINUTES Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to approve the 9/13/2021 minutes as amended..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)
Authorize the Chairman or her designee to sign the warrants for week ending 9/25/2021
To authorize the Chairman or her designee to sign the warrants for week ending 9/25/2021
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to authorize the Chairman or her designee to sign the warrants for week ending 9/25/2021..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)
In order to reduce interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to issue refunding bonds, at one time or from time to time, pursuant to Chapter 44, Section 21A of the General Laws, or pursuant to...
That in order to reduce interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to issue refunding bonds, at one time or from time to time, pursuant to Chapter 44, Section 21A of the General Laws, or pursuant to any other enabling authority, to refund all of the Town's outstanding $7,988,952 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2009 Bonds dated May 1, 2009 maturing on May 1 in the years 2022 through 2029, inclusive (collectively, the "Refunded Bonds'), and that the proceeds of any refunding bonds issued pursuant to this vote shall be used to pay the principal, redemption premium and interest on the Refunded Bonds and costs of issuance of the refunding bonds
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted unanimously that in order to reduce interest costs, the Treasurer is authorized to issue refunding bonds, at one time or from time to time, pursuant to Chapter 44, Section 21A of the General Laws, or pursuant to any other enabling authority, to refund all of the Town's outstanding $7,988,952 General Obligation Municipal Purpose Loan of 2009 Bonds dated May 1, 2009 maturing on May 1 in the years 2022 through 2029, inclusive (collectively, the "Refunded Bonds'), and that the proceeds of any refunding bonds issued pursuant to this vote shall be used to pay the principal, redemption premium and interest on the Refunded Bonds and costs of issuance of the refunding bonds..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
Apply excess bond proceeds to the payment of Debt Services in the amount of $58,754.89 to General Fund Debt Service, $2,494.82 to Water Enterprise Fund Debt Service and $10,000.56 to Sanitation...
To apply excess bond proceeds to the payment of Debt Services in the amount of $58,754.89 to General Fund Debt Service, $2,494.82 to Water Enterprise Fund Debt Service and $10,000.56 to Sanitation Fund Debt Service as indicated
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted unanimously to apply excess bond proceeds to the payment of Debt Services in the amount of $58,754.89 to General Fund Debt Service, $2,494.82 to Water Enterprise Fund Debt Service and $10,000.56 to Sanitation Fund Debt Service as indicated.” (Motion: Battistini, second: Germain)
Deny the request from the Charles River Wheelers to hold their event on October 3, 2021, using the roadways starting and ending at the Nichols Middle School
To deny the request from the Charles River Wheelers to hold their event on October 3, 2021, using the roadways starting and ending at the Nichols Middle School
Yes: Battistini, Dalpe, GermainNo: Demers
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted to deny the request from the Charles River Wheelers to hold their event on October 3, 2021, using the roadways starting and ending at the Nichols Middle School. Motion Carries. 3-1-0 (Selectmen Demers is against.).” (Motion: Battistini, second: Germain)
Approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Co-Termed Sophos Purchase Order/Agreement in the amount of $9,995.85 as indicated
To approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Co-Termed Sophos Purchase Order/Agreement in the amount of $9,995.85 as indicated
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Battistini and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to approve and authorize the Chairman to sign the Co-Termed Sophos Purchase Order/Agreement in the amount of $9,995.85 as indicated..” (Motion: Battistini, second: Demers)
Authorize the DPW to install a Stop Sign at the intersection of Clara & Cambridge Streets
To authorize the DPW to install a Stop Sign at the intersection of Clara & Cambridge Streets
Yes: Battistini, Dalpe, DemersNo: Germain
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted to authorize the DPW to install a Stop Sign at the intersection of Clara & Cambridge Streets. Motion Carries. 3-1-0 (Selectmen Germain is against).” (Motion: Demers, second: Battistini)
Authorize the Water Department to go onto private property at Cowan Drive to diagnose the water main break, inspect the safety of the road, do the repairs to the water main, correct the roadway...
To authorize the Water Department to go onto private property at Cowan Drive to diagnose the water main break, inspect the safety of the road, do the repairs to the water main, correct the roadway damage and bill the businesses for the service
The minutes say the Board voted to do this but do not give a count or say it was unanimous.
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted to authorize the Water Department to go onto private property at Cowan Drive to diagnose the water main break, inspect the safety of the road, do the repairs to the water main, correct the roadway damage and bill the businesses for the service..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Recommend favorable action on Article 2 through Article 32 as presented
To recommend favorable action on Article 2 through Article 32 as presented
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to recommend favorable action on Article 2 through Article 32 as presented..” (Motion: Demers, second: Battistini)
Continue the hearing for the WRPD application by Green Seal Environmental, LLC for property located at Lot 3A Charlotte Court to Monday, October 18, 2021 at 7:30 PM
To continue the hearing for the WRPD application by Green Seal Environmental, LLC for property located at Lot 3A Charlotte Court to Monday, October 18, 2021 at 7:30 PM
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Germain and seconded by Selectmen Demers, the Board voted unanimously to continue the hearing for the WRPD application by Green Seal Environmental, LLC for property located at Lot 3A Charlotte Court to Monday, October 18, 2021 at 7:30 PM..” (Motion: Germain, second: Demers)
Close the hearing
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted unanimously to close the hearing..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
Approve the variance allowing a reduction of the setback of the proposed septic system from the existing local well from 100' to a minimum of 55' per 310CMR Section 15.405(1)(j) and a reduction of...
To approve the variance allowing a reduction of the setback of the proposed septic system from the existing local well from 100' to a minimum of 55' per 310CMR Section 15.405(1)(j) and a reduction of setback of the proposed septic system form an abutting well from 100' to a minimum of 90' per 310CMR Section 15.405(1)(j), for 2 Lakeview Terrace, Assessors Map 61D, Lot 748
From the minutes
“Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Battistini, the Board voted unanimously to approve the variance allowing a reduction of the setback of the proposed septic system from the existing local well from 100' to a minimum of 55' per 310CMR Section 15.405(1)(j) and a reduction of setback of the proposed septic system form an abutting well from 100' to a minimum of 90' per 310CMR Section 15.405(1)(j), for 2 Lakeview Terrace, Assessors Map 61D, Lot 748..” (Motion: Demers, second: Battistini)
Adjourn at 8:30 PM
To adjourn at 8:30 PM
From the minutes
“ADJOURNMENT Upon motion made by Selectmen Demers and seconded by Selectmen Germain, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn at 8:30 PM..” (Motion: Demers, second: Germain)
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